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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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James Webb Space Telescope discovers its first directly-imaged exoplanet
A team including @tcdastro researchers have discovered @NASAWebb's first new directly imaged exoplanet, TWA 7b, the first Saturn-mass exoplanet ever imaged!
25 Jun 2025
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School of Physics Hires Federica Surace – A Further Boost for Quantum Research
The School of Physics at Trinity College Dublin is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Federica Surace as Assistant Professor in Quantum Science.
19 Jun 2025
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NYU-Abu Dhabi Hackathon
Gaurang Belekar and Sara Taha joined the NYUAD Hackathon, where Gaurang’s team won 2nd prize for canQr, a quantum tool to optimize cancer drug design. Thanks to Sandbox AQ for supporting their scholarships and travel.
29 May 2025
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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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