MH101 - Mathematical Physics

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Overview

An exciting and dynamic subject, mathematical physics has been studied on Maynooth University’s historic campus for over 200 years.

What is mathematical physics?

Mathematical physics, or theoretical physics, is the study of the fundamental laws of nature that govern our very existence. It explores everything from the interactions of quarks and gluons, to the properties of metals, the aerodynamics of flight, and even the evolution of stars and galaxies.

Mathematical methods developed in mathematical physics have been applied to many areas, from financial markets and computer science to genetics and brain studies.

What you’ll study

This is an advanced academic programme focused on developing mathematical models, computational simulations, and abstract frameworks to explain the fundamental laws of nature.

During your degree, you will be introduced to the major ideas and developments in theoretical physics and applied mathematics.

You’ll also gain the tools to meet current and emerging developments in science, engineering, finance and other future technologies. [SF1]

Subject Structure

First year

  • 15 credits of Mathematical Physics
  • Choose 2 or 3 other subjects, which may include Critical Skills, from the available groups (maximum 1 subject per group)

Second year and Final year

  • Double Major, Major/Minor or Minor: Mathematical Physics and 1 of your first year subjects in second & final year

or

  • Single Major option 1: Mathematical Physics with 1 of your first year subjects in second year and Mathematical Physics only in final year
  • Single Major option 2: Mathematical Physics only in second and final year (60% required in first year Mathematical Physics to take this option)

MH101:

  • Optional 10 credit Elective in second year
  • Optional Erasmus/Study Abroad after second year

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.

Timetable group: 6 (Mathematical Physics)

MP1F15 - Mathematical Physics

Credits: 15  |  Not compulsory

Mathematical Physics modules

Module

Code

Credits

Semester

Compulsory

MP110

7.5

1

Y

MP112

7.5

2

Y

Double Major

Timetable group: 6 (Mathematical Physics)

MP2ADM - Mathematical Physics

Credits: 30  |  Not compulsory

Mathematical Physics modules

Module

Code

Credits

Semester

Compulsory

MP350

5

2

N

MP354

5

2

N

MP204

5

2

Y

MP201

5

1

Y

EP305

5

2

N

MP215

5

1

Y

MP352

5

1

N

MP203

5

2

Y

MP205

5

1

N

Major with Minor

Timetable group: 6 (Mathematical Physics)

MP2MJ - Mathematical Physics

Credits: 40  |  Not compulsory

Mathematical Physics modules

Module

Code

Credits

Semester

Compulsory

MP350

5

2

Y

MP354

5

2

N

MP204

5

2

Y

MP361

5

1

N

MP201

5

1

Y

EP305

5

2

N

MP364

5

2

N

MP215

5

1

Y

MP352

5

1

Y

MP203

5

2

Y

MP205

5

1

N

Single Major

Timetable group: 6 (Mathematical Physics)

MP2SM - Mathematical Physics

Credits: 60  |  Not compulsory

Mathematical Physics modules

Module

Code

Credits

Semester

Compulsory

MP350

5

2

Y

MP354

5

2

N

MP204

5

2

Y

MT342P

5

1

N

MP361

5

1

Y

MP201

5

1

Y

MT332P

5

2

N

EP305

5

2

N

MP364

5

2

N

MP215

5

1

Y

MP352

5

1

Y

MP203

5

2

Y

MP205

5

1

N

Minor

Timetable group: 6 (Mathematical Physics)

MP2MI - Mathematical Physics

Credits: 20  |  Not compulsory

Mathematical Physics modules

Module

Code

Credits

Semester

Compulsory

MP354

5

2

N

MP204

5

2

Y

MP201

5

1

Y

EP305

5

2

N

MP215

5

1

Y

MP203

5

2

N

Double Major

Timetable group: 6 (Mathematical Physics)

MP3ADM - Mathematical Physics

Credits: 30  |  Not compulsory

Mathematical Physics modules

Module

Code

Credits

Semester

Compulsory

MP350

5

2

N

MP354

5

2

N

MP468C

5

1

N

MP468P

5

2

N

MP473

5

2

N

MP475

5

1

N

MP453

5

1

N

MP474

5

2

N

MP361

5

1

N

MP466

5

2

N

MP472

5

2

N

MP363

5

1

Y

MP364

5

2

Y

PHY401

5

1

N

MP352

5

1

N

MP461

5

1

Y

Major with Minor

Timetable group: 6 (Mathematical Physics)

MP3MJ - Mathematical Physics

Credits: 40  |  Not compulsory

Mathematical Physics modules

Module

Code

Credits

Semester

Compulsory

MP354

5

2

N

MP468C

5

1

N

MP468P

5

2

N

MP473

5

2

N

MP475

5

1

N

MP453

5

1

N

MP474

5

2

N

MP361

5

1

N

MP466

5

2

N

MP472

5

2

N

MP363

5

1

Y

MP364

5

2

Y

PHY401

5

1

N

MP461

5

1

Y

Single Major

Timetable group: 6 (Mathematical Physics)

MP3SM - Mathematical Physics

Credits: 60  |  Not compulsory

Mathematical Physics modules

Module

Code

Credits

Semester

Compulsory

MP465

5

2

N

MP354

5

2

N

MP468C

5

1

N

MP473

5

2

N

MP475

5

1

N

MP453

5

1

N

MP474

5

2

N

MP469

5

1

N

MP490

10

Year-Long

Y

MP466

5

2

N

MP472

5

2

N

MP363

5

1

Y

MP364

5

2

Y

PHY401

5

1

N

MP461

5

1

Y

Minor

Timetable group: 6 (Mathematical Physics)

MP3MI - Mathematical Physics

Credits: 20  |  Not compulsory

Mathematical Physics modules

Module

Code

Credits

Semester

Compulsory

MP350

5

2

N

MP354

5

2

N

MP468C

5

1

N

MP468P

5

2

N

MP473

5

2

N

MP475

5

1

N

MP453

5

1

N

MP474

5

2

N

MP361

5

1

N

MP466

5

2

N

MP472

5

2

N

MP363

5

1

Y

MP364

5

2

Y

PHY401

5

1

N

MP352

5

1

N

MP461

5

1

N

Entry requirements

Leaving Certificate applicants are required to present (as a minimum): 2H5 & 4O6/H7 and O6/H7 in Irish, English, 3rd language. O3/H7 Mathematics recommended.

Postgraduate

The Department of Physics offers a range of postgraduate research options (MSc or PhD by research) or a Taught MSc in Theoretical Physics and Mathematics.

Visit the Department website for more information about postgraduate options.

Careers

As a graduate with a physics and mathematical science background, you will find your analytical and problemsolving skills are in high demand in our technology and data driven society.

Your career pathways include:

  • Research and development
  • Quantitative Finance
  • Machine Learning & AI
  • Quantum Computing Industry
  • Computing and software engineering
  • Advanced Analytics
  • Algorithmic Trading

Entry into research after MH101 is also an option, including multi-disciplinary fields.

Contact

Maynooth University Department of Physics
www.maynoothuniversity.ie/physics