Discovery Science
Ireland
Discovery Science is available to viewers in Ireland through various television providers. The channel focuses on factual programming related to science, technology, engineering, and natural history. Its schedule typically includes documentary series and specials covering topics such as space exploration, physics, biology, and technological innovation. Content is presented in English and aims to inform rather than entertain, with an emphasis on real-world phenomena and scientific explanations. The channel does not air news, sports, or religious programming, and its output is drawn from the broader Discovery network library. Viewers can access Discovery Science via satellite and cable platforms operating within Ireland.
Schedule
00:00 - 00:30
How It's Made: Dream Cars
KTM X-Bow
Science, Documentary
Heavily inspired by superbike designs, the KTM X-Bow is always road and race ready. Let's look at what elements come together to create this powerful and innovative vehicle.
00:30 - 01:00
How It's Made: Dream Cars
Tesla Model S
Science, Documentary
The Tesla Model S is a high-performance and high-speed vehicle with zero emissions. Looking at what goes into the construction of this innovative electric car.
01:00 - 01:30
How It's Made: Dream Cars
Superformance MKIII
Science, Documentary
The Superformance MK III draws inspiration from the Shelby Cobra to be an impressive combination of style and power.
01:30 - 02:00
How It's Made: Dream Cars
Koenigsegg One:1
Science, Documentary
The Koenigsegg One:1 is a record-breaking mega car that has a perfect power to weight ratio. We are investigating how this cleverly designed car is put together.
02:00 - 03:00
Through the Wormhole with Morgan Freeman
Can We Hack the Planet?
Science, Documentary
Scientists are investigating the secrets of nature in an attempt to tame the elements, harness energy, and control life. Can we save humanity in time?
03:00 - 04:00
How the Universe Works
Mystery of Planet 9
Science, Documentary
Scientists have discovered evidence of a mysterious ninth planet on the very edge of our solar system, could its moons support extra-terrestrial life?
04:00 - 05:00
How the Universe Works
The Universe's Deadliest
Science, Documentary
The Universe is a violent and dangerous place. From exploding stars and colliding galaxies to nebula shockwaves, an exploration into the worst places in the Universe.
05:00 - 06:00
Secrets of the Underground
Mystery of the Ice Cave
Science
A strange cave freezes in summer and melts in winter, and a huge sand dune swallows a small child in an instant. Rob and Stefan explore these mysteries.
06:00 - 07:00
Secrets of the Underground
Lost Pirate City Treasure
Science
When an infamous pirate city sunk into the sea, a huge treasure may have gone with it. Could cutting edge technology reveal its resting place?
07:00 - 07:30
Teleshopping
Shopping, Consumer
Presenting the latest products live on television that can be ordered directly. The product range extends from vacuum cleaners and bath towels to sports equipment.
07:30 - 08:00
Teleshopping
Shopping, Consumer
Presenting the latest products live on television that can be ordered directly. The product range extends from vacuum cleaners and bath towels to sports equipment.
08:00 - 08:30
Cruise TV with LoveitBookit
Shopping, Consumer
A one-stop shop for all things cruise, presenting the hottest destinations and the latest deals.
08:30 - 09:00
Teleshopping
Shopping, Consumer
Presenting the latest products live on television that can be ordered directly. The product range extends from vacuum cleaners and bath towels to sports equipment.
09:00 - 10:00
NASA's Unexplained Files
Did Aliens Nuke Mars?
Documentary, Science
A strange discovery by NASA's Mars Curiosity rover suggests the Red Planet was home to an alien nuclear war 300 million years ago.
10:00 - 11:00
Killers of the Cosmos
The Case Of The Killer Rocks
Documentary, Science
Earth is hit by 100 tons of rock from space every day; most burn up in the atmosphere, but a single rock wiped out the dinosaurs.
11:00 - 12:00
Killers of the Cosmos
Death Ray
Documentary, Science
When a massive star dies it can direct a blast of radiation that would obliterate all life.
12:00 - 13:00
You Have Been Warned
Owned It
Science, Education
A countdown of the top 20 internet legends. From lighting matches with bullets to kayaking in the snow, this features only the smartest and bravest humankind has to offer!
13:00 - 14:00
You Have Been Warned
Ultimate Upgraders
Science, Education
Focuses on creative garage innovators taking inventions to the next level, from using fire to charge phones to creating the world's fastest electric dragster.
14:00 - 15:00
Richard Hammond's Big!
World's Longest Railway Tunnel
Science, Technology
Richard ventures two kilometres beneath the Alps into the world's longest underground railway connection, the Brenner Base Tunnel, and rides some giant machines.
15:00 - 16:00
Richard Hammond's Big!
Super Stadium
Science, Technology
Richard Hammond goes behind the scenes of Tottenham Hotspur's new groundbreaking football stadium in London, as he explores a pitch that splits and rolls away and takes a terrifying walk on the roof.
16:00 - 17:00
How the Universe Works
Black Holes: The Secret Origin
Science, Documentary
Supermassive black holes are so large they devour stars and shape galaxies. The latest science may answer why they grow so large.
17:00 - 18:00
How the Universe Works
Life & Death on the Red Planet
Science, Documentary
Once there was life on Mars - but scientists believe a series of devastating mass extinctions transformed a watery planet into a desert.
18:00 - 19:00
How the Universe Works
Stars That Kill
Science, Documentary
Countdown of NASA's top six deadliest stars - 'vampire' stars that drain their neighbours, supernovas and white dwarfs that destroy planets.
19:00 - 19:30
How Do They Do It?
Tractors, Cowbells
Documentary, Science
How do they build a tractor every three minutes to power Indian agriculture? How do they cast the bronze bells that help Swiss farmers keep track of their cows?
19:30 - 20:00
How Do They Do It?
Bird's Nest Soup; Rowing Oars
Documentary, Science
How do they collect millions of real birds' nests to make birds' nest soup? How do they use aerospace technology to make rowers go faster? And, how are castanets made?
20:00 - 20:30
How Do They Do It?
Turbochargers, Plastic Roads
Documentary, Science
Many items that make up the modern world are the result of sophisticated engineering and production processes. How do they do it?
20:30 - 21:00
How Do They Do It?
Episode 12
Documentary, Science
Looking at how they harness the wind to power a racing yacht to Olympic gold. Plus, how they make a sword fit for an officer at the world's largest sword factory.
21:00 - 21:30
How Do They Do It?
Guitar Amplifier, Clay Pots
Documentary, Science
Investigating how they make the amplifier used by rock legends, the famous Marshall amp. Plus, how they turn wet clay into frost-proof garden pots.
21:30 - 22:00
How Do They Do It?
Window Cleaners
Documentary, Science
How do they keep the world's tallest twin towers clean? How do they make a jigsaw where every piece is unique? And, how do they craft Olympic level hockey sticks?
22:00 - 00:00
Lost Beasts of the Ice Age
Science, Documentary
Phil Torres and Dr. Tori Herridge go on a journey to Siberia for the biggest ever Ice Age dig, unearthing a treasure trove of animals buried in the ground for thousands of years.