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 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?
00:30 - 01:00
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?
01:00 - 01:30
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?
01:30 - 02:00
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.
02:00 - 03:00
How the Universe Works
Hunt for Alien Evidence
Science, Documentary
The discovery of extraterrestrial life might face an impossible challenge: the physics of the universe itself; using cutting-edge tech, experts might be on the verge of a groundbreaking find, and the evidence could already be in hand.
03:00 - 04:00
How the Universe Works
Moons
Science, Documentary
Are moons the most likely place to find life beyond the Earth? Explore the 300 that lie within our solar system which might give an idea of the Earth's turbulent past.
04:00 - 05:00
How the Universe Works
War of the Galaxies
Science, Documentary
Galaxies are locked in continual combat across the universe, and our own Milky Way will face its biggest opponent ever, the Andromeda Galaxy, in a titanic and deadly struggle that could create a new and unrecognizable super galaxy.
05:00 - 06:00
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?
06:00 - 07:00
Secrets of the Underground
Quest for the Gold Rush Fortune
Science
In California Rob and Stefan explore a cave, rumoured to house 100 pounds of gold, stashed away during the Gold Rush. Can their tech end the mystery?
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
How the Universe Works
The Interstellar Mysteries
Science, Documentary
Interstellar space is the space between the universe's stars. New discoveries reveal that it's not empty and unremarkable as previously thought.
10:00 - 11:00
How the Universe Works
Did the Big Bang Really Happen?
Science, Documentary
New discoveries lead scientists to question if the Big Bang really happened. They investigate if it was the start of many multiverses.
11:00 - 12:00
How the Universe Works
Battle of the Dark Universe
Science, Documentary
Dark matter and energy battle for the cosmos and the winner will determine the universe's fate. New discoveries may reveal which force will win.
12:00 - 13:00
Alien Highway
Murder on the Prairie
Travel, Paranormal
A series of strange animal deaths and UFO sightings brings Chuck to Colorado to search for an explanation. Reports of authorities ignoring these incidents suggest a government cover-up.
13:00 - 14:00
Alien Highway
UFO Recovery
Travel, Paranormal
Chuck receives a map from an informant that leads to an alleged cache of recovered materials from the Roswell incident. He and his team go on the treasure hunt of lifetime to locate what could be the mother lode of all UFO discoveries.
14:00 - 15:00
Cooper's Treasure
Into the Storm
Reality, Adventure
A dangerous storm threatens to shut down the operation just as Darrell and team discover gold ore in the remains of an old wreck.
15:00 - 16:00
Cooper's Treasure
Striking Gold
Reality, Adventure
Leading to one of the richest finds in Darrell's career, the team discovers ornate artefacts that indicate the location of a sixteenth century captain's quarters.
16:00 - 18:00
How the Universe Works
Asteroid Apocalypse: The New Threat
Science, Documentary
If a massive asteroid collides with Earth, it could end life on the planet as one knows it; new discoveries reveal just how close civilisation is to apocalypse and what it would take for the world's leading space agencies to stop it.
18:00 - 19:00
How the Universe Works
Mission to a Comet
Science, Documentary
The Rosetta mission was a ground-breaking expedition to land on a comet for the very first time; special access reveals what this cutting-edge journey discovered and how these mysterious objects helped create life on Earth.
19:00 - 19:30
How It's Made
Oil Lamps; Chocolate Mints; Underfloor Heating
Science, Documentary
More everyday items are put under the microscope as we discover how oil lamps are manufactured, and chocolate mints are produced.
19:30 - 20:00
How It's Made
Skeletal Reproductions; Ice Buckets and Servers; Dining Chairs
Science, Documentary
Look under the microscope as we discover how skeletal replicas and ice buckets are made.
20:00 - 20:30
How It's Made
Scuba Lights, Convertible Sandals
Science, Documentary
More everyday items are put under the microscope as we discover how scuba lights are manufactured, and convertible sandals are produced.
20:30 - 21:00
How It's Made
Wood Windows, Woven Cashmere
Science, Documentary
More everyday items are put under the microscope as we discover how wood windows are manufactured, and woven cashmere is produced.
21:00 - 21:30
How It's Made
Gas Barbecues, Mattress Pads
Science, Documentary
More everyday items are put under the microscope as we discover how gas barbecues are manufactured, and mattress pads are produced.
21:30 - 22:00
How It's Made
Skateboards, Braided Pastry
Science, Documentary
More everyday items are put under the microscope as we discover how skateboards are manufactured, and braided pastry is produced.
22:00 - 23:00
Dino Hunters
We Got Skull
Science, Reality
Clayton returns to his ranch in Montana to hunt for quick finds at Old Faithful. In Wyoming, Mike Harris and his team continue excavating their triceratops site hoping to uncover the valuable horns.
23:00 - 00:00
Dino Hunters
The Verdict Is In: Nano or T-Rex
Science, Reality
In Montana, Clayton Phipps prepares to learn if his carnivore skeleton belongs to a T. rex or the controversial Nanotyrannus. Meanwhile in Wyoming, Mike Harris and Aaron Bolan race against the impending winter digging at a promising new site.