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PH.D. DEGREE SCIENCE - EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS

Qualification: PHILOSOPHIAE DOCTOR DEGREE
Award Type and NFQ Level:
Course code: PHDS
CAO/PAC code: MHL02 (FT)

	Details
	Research degrees in Experimental Physics typically include a mixture of course modules and original research work, which may involve laboratory investigations and computational studies. Closing date Research applications are generally accepted at any time Commences September (or other agreed time)

Details

Research degrees in Experimental Physics typically include a mixture of course modules and original research work, which may involve laboratory investigations and computational studies.

Closing date
Research applications are generally accepted at any time

Commences
September (or other agreed time)

	Research interest
	Please see the departmental website for the current research interests of staff www.maynoothuniversity.ie/experimental-physics/our-research Dr Neil Trappe Submillimetre Astronomy Dr Créidhe O’Sullivan Cosmic Microwave Background Astronomy Dr Peter van der Burgt Cluster Physics Dr Frank Mulligan Upper Atmospheric Physics Dr Marcin Lukasz Gradziel Computational and Experimental Validation of Terahertz Optics Dr Emma Whelan Star and Planet Formation Dr Colm Bracken Superconducting detectors, feeds, and readouts for astronomy

Research interest

Please see the departmental website for the current research interests of staff www.maynoothuniversity.ie/experimental-physics/our-research

Dr Neil Trappe
Submillimetre Astronomy

Dr Créidhe O’Sullivan
Cosmic Microwave Background Astronomy

Dr Peter van der Burgt
Cluster Physics

Dr Frank Mulligan
Upper Atmospheric Physics

Dr Marcin Lukasz Gradziel
Computational and Experimental Validation of Terahertz Optics

Dr Emma Whelan
Star and Planet Formation

Dr Colm Bracken
Superconducting detectors, feeds, and readouts for astronomy

	Entry requirements
	First-class or upper second-class (2.1) honours undergraduate degree in Physics, or equivalent. Applicants must have a recognised primary degree which is considered equivalent to Irish university primary degree level. Minimum English language requirements: IELTS: 6.5 minimum overall score TOEFL (Paper based test): 585 TOEFL (Internet based test): 95 PTE (Pearson): 62 Maynooth University’s TOEFL code is 8850

Entry requirements

First-class or upper second-class (2.1) honours undergraduate degree in Physics, or equivalent.

Applicants must have a recognised primary degree which is considered equivalent to Irish university primary degree level.

Minimum English language requirements:

IELTS: 6.5 minimum overall score
TOEFL (Paper based test): 585
TOEFL (Internet based test): 95
PTE (Pearson): 62

Maynooth University’s TOEFL code is 8850

	How to apply
	Online application only www.pac.ie/maynoothuniversity PAC Code MHL02 Full-time Prospective students must contact an appropriate member of staff to agree a research topic before applying through the PAC system. The following information should be forwarded to PAC, 1 Courthouse Square, Galway or uploaded to your online application form: Certified copies of all official transcripts of results for all non-Maynooth University qualifications listed MUST accompany the application. Failure to do so will delay your application being processed. Non-Maynooth University students are asked to provide two academic references and a copy of birth certificate or valid passport.

How to apply

Online application only www.pac.ie/maynoothuniversity

PAC Code
MHL02 Full-time

Prospective students must contact an appropriate member of staff to agree a research topic before applying through the PAC system.

The following information should be forwarded to PAC, 1 Courthouse Square, Galway or uploaded to your online application form:

Certified copies of all official transcripts of results for all non-Maynooth University qualifications listed MUST accompany the application. Failure to do so will delay your application being processed. Non-Maynooth University students are asked to provide two academic references and a copy of birth certificate or valid passport.

Course structure

All students will be registered onto a Structured PhD Programme. Students need to pass a certain number of credits in course modules in addition to successful completion and examination of the thesis. The student’s original research as presented in the thesis is the sole means of assessment for the award of the degree.

PhD students must take a minimum of 30 credits in taught modules (15 in transferable modules and 15 in subject specific modules) and not exceed 90 credits in taught modules over the duration of their Structured PhD programme.

Duration: 4 years full-time

Disclaimer
The modules below are indicative of the content associated with this course of study.
The modules are subject to change as the curriculum is revised and reviewed annually. Please check periodically for updates.

Year 1

EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS

Research degrees in Experimental Physics are based on original research work, which may involve laboratory investigations and/or computational studies. This research is carried out under the supervision of an experienced researcher. In addition, valuable transferable skills are developed through flexible support modules, as part of Maynooth University's structured PhD programme.

Closing date
Research applications are generally accepted at any time

Commences
September (or other agreed time)

Notes:

All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.

EP900 - EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS

Credits: n/a Not compulsory:

Module	Code	Credits	Semester
ACADEMIC WRITING MODULE	GST3	5	2
ADVANCED COMMUNICATION SKILLS (PUBLICATION)	FM809	5	Year-Long
ADVANCED SUMMER SCHOOL IN PHYSICS (MAJOR)	EP815	5	S
ADVANCED SUMMER SCHOOL IN PHYSICS (MINOR)	EP812	2.5	S
ADVANCED TECHNICAL COURSE	EP813	2.5	S
COMPUTATIONAL PHYSICS	EP408	5	1
CONFERENCE ORGANISATION	FM801	5	Year-Long
DEVICE PHYSICS	EP409	5	2
ENGAGING WITH THE COMMUNITY:RESEARCH, PRACTICE AND REFLECTION.	FM804	5	Year-Long
ETHICS AND ACADEMIC PRACTICE FOR RESEARCH STUDENTS	GST15	5	Year-Long
EUROPEAN SPACE AGENCY ALPACH SUMMER SCHOOL	EP811	5	S
EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS SEMINAR SERIES	EP802	5	Year-Long
FINDING INFORMATION FOR YOUR RESEARCH	GST2	5	Year-Long
GRANT MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE	GST8	5	Year-Long
INNOVATION AND RESEARCH COMMERCIALISATION	GST10	5	2
INSTRUMENTATION AND COMPUTER INTERFACING	EP403	5	1
MEASUREMENT CAMPAIGN AT INTERNATIONAL PARTNER LABORATORY	EP814	2.5	Year-Long
ORAL PRESENTATION OF RESEARCH WORK AT A CONFERENCE, MEETING OR WORKSHOP (ADVANCED SPECIALIST)	EP805	5	Year-Long
OUTREACH & COMMUNICATION	FM805	5	Year-Long
POSTER PRESENTATION OF RESEARCH WORK AT A CONFERENCE, MEETING OR WORKSHOP (ADVANCED SPECIALIST)	EP806	2.5	Year-Long
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE IN POSTGRADUATE TEACHING & LEARNING : TUTORS & DEMONSTRATORS	CTL1	5	1
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE IN POSTGRADUATE TEACHING & LEARNING : TUTORS & DEMONSTRATORS	CTL1X	5	2
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & EMPLOYABILITY	GST1	5	Year-Long
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS - THESIS COMPLETION AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT	GST11	5	2
RESEARCH FUNDING APPLICATION	GST13	5	1
STATISTICS & DATA ANALYSIS	EP404	5	2
TEACHING PRACTICE IN EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS	EP804	5	Year-Long
TECHNICAL SKILLS IN EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS	EP801	2.5	1
WORK-BASED PLACEMENT	FM802	5	Year-Long

EPJI9 - EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS (JOINT INTERNAL PHD)

Credits: n/a Not compulsory:

Module	Code	Credits	Semester
ACADEMIC WRITING MODULE	GST3	5	2
ADVANCED COMMUNICATION SKILLS (PUBLICATION)	FM809	5	Year-Long
ADVANCED SUMMER SCHOOL IN PHYSICS (MAJOR)	EP815	5	S
ADVANCED SUMMER SCHOOL IN PHYSICS (MINOR)	EP812	2.5	S
ADVANCED TECHNICAL COURSE	EP813	2.5	S
COMPUTATIONAL PHYSICS	EP408	5	1
CONFERENCE ORGANISATION	FM801	5	Year-Long
DEVICE PHYSICS	EP409	5	2
ENGAGING WITH THE COMMUNITY:RESEARCH, PRACTICE AND REFLECTION.	FM804	5	Year-Long
ETHICS AND ACADEMIC PRACTICE FOR RESEARCH STUDENTS	GST15	5	Year-Long
EUROPEAN SPACE AGENCY ALPACH SUMMER SCHOOL	EP811	5	S
EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS SEMINAR SERIES	EP802	5	Year-Long
FINDING INFORMATION FOR YOUR RESEARCH	GST2	5	Year-Long
GRANT MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE	GST8	5	Year-Long
INNOVATION AND RESEARCH COMMERCIALISATION	GST10	5	2
INSTRUMENTATION AND COMPUTER INTERFACING	EP403	5	1
MEASUREMENT CAMPAIGN AT INTERNATIONAL PARTNER LABORATORY	EP814	2.5	Year-Long
ORAL PRESENTATION OF RESEARCH WORK AT A CONFERENCE, MEETING OR WORKSHOP (ADVANCED SPECIALIST)	EP805	5	Year-Long
OUTREACH & COMMUNICATION	FM805	5	Year-Long
POSTER PRESENTATION OF RESEARCH WORK AT A CONFERENCE, MEETING OR WORKSHOP (ADVANCED SPECIALIST)	EP806	2.5	Year-Long
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE IN POSTGRADUATE TEACHING & LEARNING : TUTORS & DEMONSTRATORS	CTL1	5	1
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE IN POSTGRADUATE TEACHING & LEARNING : TUTORS & DEMONSTRATORS	CTL1X	5	2
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & EMPLOYABILITY	GST1	5	Year-Long
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS - THESIS COMPLETION AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT	GST11	5	2
RESEARCH FUNDING APPLICATION	GST13	5	1
STATISTICS & DATA ANALYSIS	EP404	5	2
TEACHING PRACTICE IN EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS	EP804	5	Year-Long
TECHNICAL SKILLS IN EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS	EP801	2.5	1
WORK-BASED PLACEMENT	FM802	5	Year-Long

Contacts

PAC Admission Coordinator Dr Marcin Lukasz Gradziel
Tel +353 1 708 3641
Fax +353 1 708 3313
Email physics.department@mu.ie
Website https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/experimental-physics
Address Department of Experimental Physics,Maynooth University, Maynooth, Co. Kildare

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	Career and postgraduate options
	Career options: Research students at the Department of Experimental Physics gain expertise in specialized areas of experimental physics, computational physics or astrophysics during the course of their studies. This means that they are highly sought after by employers in a wide range of high-technology industries such as software engineering, micro-electronics, telecommunication engineering, scientific civil service, medical physics as well as those areas specifically requiring astrophysicists such as space science, satellite communications. A PhD degree is a prerequisite for careers in academia and industrial research. Postgraduate options: For further information on Postgraduate options please go to the Graduate Studies site

Career and postgraduate options

Career options:

Research students at the Department of Experimental Physics gain expertise in specialized areas of experimental physics, computational physics or astrophysics during the course of their studies. This means that they are highly sought after by employers in a wide range of high-technology industries such as software engineering, micro-electronics, telecommunication engineering, scientific civil service, medical physics as well as those areas specifically requiring astrophysicists such as space science, satellite communications. A PhD degree is a prerequisite for careers in academia and industrial research.

Postgraduate options:

For further information on Postgraduate options please go to the Graduate Studies site