Industrial Physics in Cork Institute of Technology, Ireland

Industrial Physics in Cork Institute of Technology

Course summar
Industrial physicists are problem solvers, able to solve problems quickly and in a wide range of industrial settings, devising and using unconventional techniques. Advanced, high-precision manufacturing is the core of Ireland’s industrial output.  
This joint UCC/CIT degree combines fundamental physics with hands-on industrial training, targeting careers in some of the most exciting and innovative industries in Ireland and abroad.
This degree is ideal for students who wish to gain deep insight into the physics of modern technologies, and who enjoy applying this knowledge in problem solving in real-world environments. With strong employer demand for qualified graduates, this ever-expanding field offers career paths for graduates who wish to use their skills in technical settings and equally those seeking a corporate management path.
A joint degree between University College Cork and Cork Institute of Technology, the first two years of the course focus mainly on fundamental physics, and the second two years place emphasis on industrial control technology.

Lectures and practical sessions take place from 9.00am to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday. Usually students spend 18-20 hours/week in the classroom and similar time commitment in the laboratory.

Modules are assessed by a mix of continuous assessment and written examinations.

Career

A degree in Industrial Physics can lead to rewarding roles in many sectors such as:

• Biopharmaceutical engineering
• Advanced scientific instrumentation
• Advanced manufacturing
• Oil & gas/renewable energy