TU754 · Level 7 · 3 years

Industrial and Environmental Physics

Technological University Dublin - Grangegorman · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

250

Down 49 points since 2023 (299).

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About this course

A three-year Level 7 degree in physics applied to industry and the environment, including renewable energy. It leads to work as a technician or research assistant.

How long
3 years
What you study
Year 1 is a shared science base in biology, chemistry, physics and maths. Years 2 and 3 focus on electronics, programming, heat, optics, astronomy and environmental and energy physics, with applied topics like semiconductors and medical device physics.
Where it can lead
Roles include researcher and lab technician, especially in industry linked to renewable energy and sustainability, and good grades allow entry to Year 3 of the TU877 Physics Technology honours degree.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy physics and maths and like working with instruments and data.

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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
2026250Published after the final round
2025 241241456
2024 250250434
2023 299299512

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
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O4

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

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