Overview

About Applied Physics at University of Limerick

The course is delivered by researchers at the cutting edge of next generation technologies. They have an outstanding track-record in producing scientific publications, and intellectual property e.g. patents. Our researchers are members of the Bernal Institute at UL which is one of the leading research institutes in Ireland.

The Bernal Institute houses nationally unique scientific infrastructure for the preparation and characterisation of novel materials and components. The Bernal laboratory of advanced microscopy houses the FEI Titan Transmission Electron Microscope, which is run by one of the MSc programme lecturers, Professor Ursel Bangert, a world leading microscopy researcher.

The objective of the MSc Applied Physics programme is to meet the needs of graduates who wish to increase their skills with an understanding of applied physics and knowledge of the physical principles underlying material properties, and the operation of processes and equipment, for the research and high technology sectors.

Careers

Career opportunities exist throughout the high technology sector of industry, including microelectronics, instrumentation, medical technology, and information technology, employers include Analog Devices, Intel Corporation, Harris, IBM, Nortel and Boston Scientific.

Programme Structure

Courses Included:

Condensed Matter Physics

Foundations of Applied Physics

Nanoscience & Technology

Semiconductor Processing

Physics of Advanced Metrology

Physics of Materials

Methodology of Research in Physical Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-07-01 00:00:00 , International

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EU Applicants: Early application is advisable.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Physics Electronics & Embedded Technology View 11 other Masters in Physics in Ireland

Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Normally a 2.2 Hons Degree in an appropriate Science/Engineering/Technology discipline. Applications from other graduates who have a significant mathematical element in their primary degree in addition to other relevant technical background will also be considered.

English translation of your qualification(s)/transcripts

English language competency certificate

Tuition Fee

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International

18078 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18078 EUR per year during 12 months.
EU/EEA

7164 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7164 EUR per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Limerick

850 - 1150 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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