Bachelor of Science (Physics-degree options in Applied, Astrophysics, Biomedical, Climate, Theoretical)
Physics is the fundamental science, which seeks to understand the basic laws governing the structure of matter, the nature of energy and the physical forces that form our world. Its span of interest ranges from the nature of the short-range forces which operate inside the atomic nucleus to the origin and structure of the universe.
If you have an enquiring mind, and are interested in discovering how things work, then this could be the course for you. The Bachelor of Science (Physics – degree options in Applied, Astrophysics, Biomedical, Climate, Theoretical) four year degree at NUI Galway offers you the flexibility in how you can study physics. It gives you the opportunity to experience a number of subjects along with core Physics before specialising in your chosen pathway in third year.
Subjects in this course are:-
YEAR 1
- Physics
- Physics Specialist Topics
- Applied Mathematics or Biology
- Mathematics
YEAR 2
- Physics (four modules)
- Plus eight additional modules chosen from an approved list in the following areas:
- Applied Mathematics
- Astrophysics
- Anatomy
- Mathematics
- Earth and Ocean Sciences (Climate stream)
- Megatrends (Economics and Business)
YEAR 3
- Physics (six modules)
- Plus six additional modules chosen from an approved list in the following areas:
- Applied physics
- Astrophysics
- Biomedical Physics
- Theoretical Physics
- Other modules available in the College of Science
YEAR 4
- Core Physics modules
- Specialist Physics courses (Applied, Astrophysics, Biomedical, Theoretical,Climate)
- Plus advanced laboratory, project work and problem solving
- Modules Years 1, 2 and 3
- Modules Year 4
