Applied Mathematics & Theoretical Physics

At UCD, this MSc programme is developed in close connection with the Simulation Science and Computational Physics specialties, offering students both a robust training in computational methods on top of a solid theoretical and mathematical foundation.



The programme is aimed at students with a strong background in Physics, Mathematics or a related Natural Science, who wish to learn state-of-the-art mathematical models and methods, applied to quantitative analysis of a broad range of physical phenomena.



offers broad opportunities for future employment in research, development, predictive modelling and risk assessment and informatics-related industry sectors.



developed in close connection with the Simulation Science and Computational Physics specialties, offering students both a robust training in computational methods on top of the solid theoretical and mathematical foundation.

Core

Bio-inspired technologies PHYC40940



Stage 1 - Option

Dynamical SystemsACM30190

Electrodynamics & Gauge TheoryACM40010

Advanced Topics in Computational ScienceACM40080

Riemannian Differential GeometryACM40090

Numerical AlgorithmsACM40290

High Performance Computing (ICHEC)ACM40640

Scientific Programming Concepts (ICHEC)ACM40660

Gen Relativity & Black HolesACM40750

Applied Quantum MechanicsPHYC40020

High Energy Particle PhysicsPHYC40080

General Relativity & CosmologyPHYC40120

Quantum Theory of Condensed MatterPHYC40200

Applied OpticsPHYC40210

Theoretical AstrophysicsPHYC40360

Computational Biophysics and Nanoscale SimulationsPHYC40470

Advanced Statistical PhysicsPHYC40650

Quantum Field TheoryPHYC40800

Physics Research Project 30PHYC40840

Physics Research Project 45PHYC40850

Physics Research Project 60PHYC40860

Techniques in BiophysicsPHYC41070

Time SeriesSTAT30010

Monte Carlo InferenceSTAT40400

Applied Statistical ModellingSTAT40510

This programme is intended for applicants who have a strong background in physics, chemistry, engineering, material sciences or a related discipline with a significant physics content.



An upper second class honours or international equivalent is required. In special circumstances, students with a strong physics background and 2.2 class honours may be accepted.



Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language profi ciency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.



Students meeting the programme’s academic entry requirements but not the English language requirements, may enter the programme upon successful completion of UCD’s Pre-Sessional or International Pre-Master’s Pathway programmes. Please see the following link for further information http://www.ucd.ie/alc/programmes/pathways/



These are the minimum entry requirements – additional criteria may be requested for some programmes

The following entry routes are available:



MSc Applied Mathematics & Theoretical Physics (N Learning)FT (F124)

Duration 1 Years

Attend Full Time

Deadline Rolling*

* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised

90

1 year full-time.

MODE OF DELIVERY: Face-to-Face

MSc Applied Mathematics & Theoretical Physics (F124) Full Time

EU: fee per year - €8750

nonEU: fee per year - €25600


***Fees are subject to change.

NEXT INTAKE: 2024/2025 September.

Careers & Employability

The programme prepares you for a career in industry or for further PhD research. Career opportunities are broad, including the financial, predictive modelling and risk assessment, telecommunications, data mining and analysis, IT consulting and green technologies industry sectors, both in Ireland and internationally. It is also a stepping stone to PhD research in the areas of theoretical and computational physics, nanotechnology and nanoscience. Recent and prospective employers include Deloitte & Touche, Murex Inc., Intel, Pfi zer, Merck, Philips, Tullow Oil, the University of Edinburgh, Imperial College London, and National Institutes of Health, USA.