Welcome to the School of Physics
Physics lies at the heart of most science and technology. Even modern biology seeks to analyse many of the processes of life in terms of physical laws.
The search for a fundamental understanding and the drive towards technological development in areas such as computer hardware continue to pose fresh challenges to physicists. They are tackled with a combination of experiment, theory and computation. Our undergraduate degree courses combine all three of these elements, and prepare the student for a wide range of careers.
Latest News
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School of Physics Frances Quigley wins second prize at the recent IOP ‘Three Minute Wonder’ competition
School of Physics PhD student Frances Quigley has claimed second prize at the recent IOP ‘Three Minute Wonder’ competition for her talk entitled ‘Electron Microscopes: The big world of little things'.
07 Jun 2024
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Prof. Igor V. Shvets awarded €1.27m for Nanolaminates: Synthetic High Performance Materials (Lasima) project
Congratulations to Prof. Igor V. Shvets (Lead Applicant) and Dr. Karsten Fleischer (Co- Applicant) who were awarded €1,277,216.70 in SFI funding.
31 May 2024
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School of Physics celebrates Trinity Monday
The School of Physics is delighted to announce that the following members of the School were elected to fellowship and scholarship on Trinity Monday 2024.
23 Apr 2024
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Tercentenary of Physics in Trinity
The Erasmus’ Smith Professorship of Natural and Experimental Philosophy was established in 1724 and marked the beginning of the formal teaching of the subject we now call Physics in Trinity College Dublin. There has been enormous growth and transformation in the School of Physics over the past three centuries. We are organising a series of events to celebrate the occasion, honouring the scientific achievements of past and current physicists, as well as the highlighting the importance of physics to the national technology landscape and economic prosperity.
Physical Sciences (TR063)
Physical Sciences (TR063) at Trinity is a four year undergraduate degree programme for students who like to solve problems. Whether it is studying galaxies, examining the potential of new lasers or investigating next generation nanomaterials, these Physics degrees will prepare you for a lifelong career of solving problems either in research, industry, business or education.
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Energy Science Seminar 2024
MSc in Energy Science Trinity College Dublin, in collaboration with the Energy Institute, KEO Sustainability + Environment, the Faculty of STEM, and the AMBER Research Centre are delighted to invite you to our 3rd Annual Energy Science 2024 seminar.
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STEM Camps
Trinity Walton Club delivers an innovative and interactive educational experience to secondary school students. Applications for Saturday Club and STEM TY are currently open.