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The Physics and Astrophysics program explores the cosmos, investigating its origins and fundamental workings. By applying physical principles observed on Earth to astronomical scales and timeframes, we examine subjects like planetary system formation, stellar energy production and evolution, galactic structures and dynamics, and more.
This interdisciplinary course is based in Trinity's School of Physics while maintaining robust astrophysical connections across institutions. Our faculty lead research teams specializing in areas including light pollution analysis, radio astronomy, exoplanet detection, and stellar physics. Students learn to apply physical concepts to cosmic phenomena while developing computational proficiency. The curriculum culminates in a final-year Capstone project, allowing students to conduct original research in astrophysics or physics. Graduates typically gain expertise in observational data analysis, computational modeling, and processing large astronomical datasets.
Entry to Trinity College Dublin’s undergraduate programmes is highly competitive. International applicants must have completed a high school qualification equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certificate. General matriculation requirements include pass grades in English, mathematics and a language other than English. Additional requirements may apply for some courses.
TOEFL: Internet based 90 (with a written score of 21).
University of Cambridge: 180+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 175 in each skill and use of English i.e. Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2), Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2), First Certificate
Grade A (CEFR Level C1); IELTS: (Academic version) 6.5 (no individual band below 6)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) - PTE Academic: a minimum score of 63 (with no section score below 59).