Programme Description

This is a new, unique degree in Ireland off ering new and exciting graduate opportunities in one of the country´s most vibrant technological sectors. It is a Physics degree - but a Physics degree with a difference. It is highly career-oriented, highly practical, and has been developed in partnership with the Medical Device Industry to ensure a strong focus and relevance. The second half of the third year of the degree is spent on an Industrial Work Placement in a relevant industry. Many important aspects of medical diagnostics, medical technology and medical treatment are underpinned by physics. Think of x-rays, ultrasound, MRI scans (magnetic resonance imaging), CT scans, treatment of tumours with radiation. Physics is crucial to all of these. A medical physicist works in a hospital applying knowledge of physics in these areas.

Bioengineering is the use of engineering and science in medical and biological applications. It encompasses many things - here´s a few: design and engineering of artificial limbs and implants; rehabilitation engineering; advanced biocompatible materials; medical information databases and database access.

Industrial Work

Placement DIT finds employment for each student in a relevant industry for a period of seven months (February - September) during year 3 of the degree. This is designed to give the student workplace experience and skills and to provide them with further employment prospects.