AU675 · Level 8 · 4 years

Physics and Instrumentation

Atlantic Technological University - Galway / Mayo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

327

Up 15 points since 2023 (312).

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About this course

A physics degree with a strong focus on instruments and measurement, taught in Galway. Projects often follow students' own interests, such as medical devices, drones, electronic music equipment or solar cells.

How long
4 years
What you study
Year 1 covers biology, chemistry, physics and maths, so you do not need Leaving Cert physics. Later years include topics such as astronomy and optics, with plenty of practical work and a technical project. You can leave after two years with a Higher Certificate or after three with an ordinary degree.
Placement and abroad
Work placement is part of the course.
Where it can lead
The course is recognised for entry to the Higher Diploma in Education, so teaching is one route, and there are also careers in science, engineering and technology.
Who it suits
Suits students who like practical science, building and testing things, and working out how measuring equipment works.

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About Physical sciences

Covers fundamental physical principles and real-world applications

Exploring principles that govern the behavior of matter and energy. This field covers topics such as mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum physics. Develop problem-solving skills, lab skills, and apply mathematical models to physics. E.g. Physics, Theoretical Physics, Nanotechnology, and Astrophysics.

Points history

2023312202431720253332026327

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026327Published after the final round
2025 333333401
2024 317347466
2023 312312403

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • English or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F2
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F2

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

See the course on the Atlantic Technological University - Galway / Mayo website ↗

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