How is the Theoretical Physics Course at Trinity College Dublin?

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The Theoretical Physics course at Trinity College Dublin offers a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with standard physics programs. The course includes various modules, accessible through the provided syllabi links. While undergraduate education at Trinity is regarded as solid, pursuing a Master's degree outside of Ireland is recommended for those aiming for a successful career in Theoretical Physics, despite the possibility of directly entering a PhD program after undergraduate studies.

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I'm starting university in Ireland in October, and I want to pursue Theoretical Physics. Could someone please give me some feedback on the course please?

Here's the link. It includes all the modules.
Theoretical Physics: http://www.tcd.ie/Physics/undergraduate/theoretical_physics/
 
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It's not clear for what feedback one is looking.

The syllabi are available.

http://www.tcd.ie/Physics/undergraduate/freshman_physics/JF_TP_syllabus.php

http://www.tcd.ie/Physics/undergraduate/freshman_physics/SF_syllabus.php

http://www.tcd.ie/Physics/undergraduate/mod_physics/JS_syllabus.php

http://www.tcd.ie/Physics/undergraduate/mod_physics/SS_syllabus.php


http://www.maths.tcd.ie/undergraduate/Theoretical_Physics/index.php?file=jftp

http://www.maths.tcd.ie/undergraduate/Theoretical_Physics/index.php?file=sftp

http://www.maths.tcd.ie/undergraduate/Theoretical_Physics/index.php?file=jstp

http://www.maths.tcd.ie/undergraduate/Theoretical_Physics/index.php?file=sstp


http://www.maths.tcd.ie/undergraduate/Theoretical_Physics/regulations/


It all looks to be elements of a pretty standard physics program.
 
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Undergrad is pretty decent at Trinity. It's possible to start a PhD straight after your undergrads, but if you really want to pursue a career Theoretical Physics you will want to do a Master's somewhere outside of Ireland.
 
xepma said:
Undergrad is pretty decent at Trinity. It's possible to start a PhD straight after your undergrads, but if you really want to pursue a career Theoretical Physics you will want to do a Master's somewhere outside of Ireland.

Do I need a masters if I can get a PhD straight away?
 

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