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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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Astrophysicists reveal structure of 74 exocomet belts orbiting nearby stars in landmark survey
Astrophysicists led by a team from School of Physics have – for the first time – imaged a large number of exocomet belts around nearby stars, and the tiny pebbles within them.
17 Jan 2025
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Prof Evan Keane honoured for gravitational wave astronomy work
Trinity astrophysicist, Evan Keane, Associate Professor and Director of Trinity’s Rosse Observatory, has been honoured with the Royal Astronomical Society’s Group Achievement Award for his work in gravitational wave astronomy as p
13 Jan 2025
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School of Physics Research team receives Research Ireland’s Frontiers of the Future Funding
The School of Physics is delighted to announce that Prof. Cormac McGuinness (Associate Professor, School of Physics) and his team are one of the recipients of Research Ireland’s Frontiers for the Future funding.
24 Oct 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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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.
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2025 Institute of Physics Lecture
The School of Physics is delighted to host the 2025 Institute of Physics Lecture on February 5th at 12 pm.