The MSc Applied Mathematics & Theoretical Physics offers broad opportunities for future employment in research, development, predictive modeling and risk assessment, and informatics-related industry sectors. At UCD, this MSc program is developed in close connection with the Simulation Science and Computational Physics specialties, offering students robust training in computational methods on top of a solid theoretical and mathematical foundation.

Physics is constantly developing and it is the task of the theoretical physicist to use and improve existing theories and models, find new ones to describe recently discovered phenomena, or shed new light on old problems. This MSc program offers you advanced knowledge in theoretical physics in a strong research environment.

The Theoretical Physics track introduces the student to the intriguing diversity of physical theories and gives means to understand the world.

Do you want to study the fundamental questions of the universe in order to comprehend the world? Explore different fields of theoretical physics, from the tiniest things to galaxies? Or be challenged to become the best physicist as you possibly can?

Explore, understand, and model physical reality using the most advanced mathematical, computational, experimental and observational techniques available. The Master of Physics thoroughly equips students with insight into the current status of physics research. Our physicists go on to rewrite our understanding of not only the natural world but also its interaction with society and industry.

Master in Physics gives you the opportunity to work within a large variety of applied physics.

Do you want to understand the inner workings of nature from a theoretical viewpoint? At the Department of Astronomy and Theoretical Physics, together with the Department of Physics in Lund, we offer a broad programme covering a wide range of topics in theoretical and mathematical physics. You can choose to study the smallest constituents of matter and their interactions within theoretical high-energy physics, as well as nuclear and solid-state physics within mathematical physics. In all cases, you will get a solid basis of theoretical knowledge needed to develop new models and to better understand how nature works.

Masters Theoretical Physics is the first step towards Chartered Physicist status. It will suit those looking for an accredited course that focuses on the mathematical and theoretical aspects of physics. Many graduates progress to higher level education followed by careers in research or teaching. For others, the course has opened the door to a range of professions where advanced analytic, numeric or computational skills are in demand.