CK408 · Level 8 · 4 years

Physics and Astrophysics

University College Cork (NUI) · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

582

Up 15 points since 2023 (567).

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About this course

This is a common first year leading to Astrophysics, Physics, Chemical Physics or Mathematical Sciences and Physics. It is accredited by the Institute of Physics.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year covers introductory physics and mathematical methods, with electives such as programming, chemistry or biology. Lecturers come from physics, maths and statistics. UCC has access to research groups at the Tyndall National Institute and the Crawford Observatory.
Placement and abroad
There is no formal work placement, but you can apply for summer research in second and third year, and study abroad in third year in the USA or Europe.
Where it can lead
Careers include data science, space science, climate science, engineering, banking and finance, meteorology and teaching, and many graduates go on to master's or PhD study.
Who it suits
Suits students who like maths and physics and enjoy solving problems.

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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

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026582Published after the final round
2025 565520584
2024 590566601
2023 567567613

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: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Lab Science Subject: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • LS/M/AP/CS: Higher H4

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 University College Cork (NUI) website ↗

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