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Baccalaureate Diploma Subject Requirements:
Maths: 4 at Standard Level
Lab Science: 4 at Standard Level
(+ GCSE O Level) Subject Requirements:
Maths: GCSE Grade C
Lab Science: GCSE Grade C
Cambridge A Level ABB
Teaching in UCD is through the medium of English; therefore you must demonstrate a high level of competence in the English language to be admitted. UCD's minimum English language requirements are approved by the University Programmes Board and apply to all applicants and all levels of study.
Undergraduate Applicants: If you are presenting the Irish school leaving certificate you are required to have attained a H7/O6 in English. If you are studying in another education system you are required to show equivalent competency in English either through your school leaving examination or matriculation examination or by achieving the minimum standard in a recognised English language test, as outlined below.
Currency of results: For all proficiency tests the results must normally have been issued within the last two years (i.e. for entry in September 2021, results must have been attained since 1 February 2019).
Examining Body |
Requirements |
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IELTS |
An average score of 6.5 over all components and a minimum of 6.0 in each band on the Academic Version. |
TOEFL |
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) administered by Princeton University
The TOEFL code for UCD is DI Code 0087 |
Cambridge Examinations |
English language examinations administered by the University of Cambridge: 176+ on Cambridge English scale (with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English) Acceptable Examinations:
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UCLES |
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UCD Pre-Sessional/Pre-Masters Programmes |
Overall grade C+ with at least grade C- in all components. |
UK Examining Boards/Bodies |
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ETAPP English Test for Academic and Professional Purposes (ETAPP) |
Grade C1 or better (i.e. CEFR Level C1 or C2) |
Pearson English Language Text |
Minimum of 63 and at least 59 for each item in the Communicative Skills section. |
Trinity ISE |
Trinity ISE 3 with at least merit in each skill category |
QQI FET ESL |
Merit or Distinction in the level 5 modules "English as a Second language" or "Communications" |
School Leaving Examinations |
Matriculation/school-leaving examinations from most European Countries and many non-EU countries will meet the requirements where English is presented as a subject at an acceptable level. For example, in the International Baccalaureate English A1, A2 or B: 5 at Higher Level (4 @ either Level if presenting IB through English) will meet the requirement. Where the examination has been taken more than 2 years previously candidates may be required to take a proficiency test. Where an English proficiency test which is scored on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) is presented as part of a school-leaving qualification, grade must be C1/C2. |
Duolingo English Test (DET) – |
The minimum requirement will be a DET score of 110 is required with at least 100 in each subscore. This test of English will be reviewed during 2021 and a decision taken as to whether it should continue to be acceptable. |
An equivalent level of English |
Other evidence of proficiency in English may be accepted, e.g. degree through English. For further advice please contact For EU undergraduate applicants: UCD Admissions |
If you enjoy studying Mathematics, the UCD degree in Applied & Computational Mathematics will train you in the essential mathematical and computational skills in modelling, analysis and simulation needed to solve problems arising throughout the physical and life sciences, engineering, business and finance.
Today's challenges faced by science and engineering are so complex that they can only be analysed and solved through mathematical and computational modelling. Mathematical models create representations of complex real-world phenomena in a precise, quantitative way. Fundamental insights can then be obtained by analysing these models through a combination of mathematical analysis and computational simulation. Outside the traditional spheres of science and engineering, mathematical modelling and simulation techniques are increasingly used in the social sciences, communication, business and finance.
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This is a sample pathway for a degree in Applied & Computational Mathematics. Sample topics include dynamical systems and chaos, financial mathematics, oceanography, mathematical biology, fluid dynamics, relativity and quantum mechanics.
First Year
Applied and Computational Mathematics
Mathematics
Optional Science modules
Elective modules
Second Year
Applied and Computational Mathematics (includes Mathematics/Statistics modules)
+ 1 Other Science Subject
Elective modules
Third Year
Applied and Computational Mathematics
Elective modules
Fourth Year
Applied and Computational Mathematics
All Science courses are full time, with many student timetables running from 9.00am to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject choices, a weekly timetable can include lectures, practicals and tutorials. Assessment varies with each module but may comprise continuous assessment of practicals, written exams and online learning activities.
Graduates with training in Applied & Computational Mathematics work in fields as diverse as:
Physics: nanoscience, quantum optical processes in semiconductors and robotics
Biology: biomedical applications, medical instrumentation and bio-information technology
Finance
Pharmaceutical industry
Environmental agencies and companies
Computing in business, technology, research and academia