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HDip (NFQ Level 8)

This course is available through the following application route(s)

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About This Course

  • Compare results critically with predictions from theory
  • Plan, execute and report the results of an experiment or investigation
  • Students should also have developed their communications skills, analytical skills and IT skills
  • Students should also have developed their ethical behaviour including critical thinking, understanding of arguments and consequences, and scientific integrity
  • Students should also have developed their the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team and interact constructively with other people, and embrace lifelong learning
  • Use mathematics to describe the physics world
  • tackle problems in physics and formulate an appropriate solution

HDip Physics (F002) Full Time
EU          fee per year - € 8510
nonEU    fee per year - € 19400

HDip Physics (F003) Part Time
EU          fee per year - € 4870
nonEU    fee per year - € 9700

***Fees are subject to change

You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.

Full Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EU) applicants: No


General application route(s) for Irish/UK/EU applicants* for International (non-EU) applicants* to Physics:

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F002
Physics
Higher Diploma

Full-Time
Commencing September 2025
Graduate Taught
Not available to International applicantsApply
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F003
Physics
Higher Diploma

Part-Time
Commencing September 2025
Graduate Taught
Not available to International applicantsApply
* you can change options at the top of the page