TU880 · Level 8 · 4 years

Physics with Data Science

Technological University Dublin - Grangegorman · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

333

Down 24 points since 2023 (357).

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About this course

A physics degree with a large computing and data science element, so you learn physics and how to analyse data.

How long
4 years
What you study
Years 1 and 2 cover physics theory, problem solving, data science, numerical methods, computational physics, maths and lab experiments. Year 4 adds subjects like thermal physics, ionising radiation and nuclear physics, and particle physics and astrophysics. There is a lot of project work.
Placement and abroad
In Year 3 you do a seven-month placement in industry or research, which you can choose to do in Europe through Erasmus.
Where it can lead
Job titles include data scientist, data analyst, developer, physicist, engineer, risk analyst and researcher.
Who it suits
Suits students who like physics and maths and enjoy coding and working with 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

2023357202437120253622026333

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026333Published after the final round
2025 362362393
2024 371371446
2023 357357386

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

  • Nanotechnology TU Dublin: Higher H4
  • English or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O3

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

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