It comprises 90 credits of advanced studies (incl. a Master’s thesis of 30 credits) and 30 credits of other studies.
The programme includes two study tracks: Elementary Particle Physics and Cosmology and Astrophysical Sciences. You can find more information about the study tracks and their course packages below.
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The Master’s Programme in Particle Physics and Astrophysical Sciences includes two study tracks:
The study track in elementary particle physics and cosmology focuses on experimental or theoretical particle physics or cosmology. The theories that form our current understanding of these issues must be continuously re-evaluated in the light of new experimental results. In addition to analytical computational skills, this requires thorough mastery of numerical analysis methods. In experimental particle physics, the main challenges pertain to the management and processing of continuously amassing data.
The study track in astrophysical sciences focuses on observational or theoretical astronomy or space physics. Our understanding of space, ranging from Earth’s near space all the way to universal structures, is being continuously redefined because of improved experimental equipment located both in space and on the Earth’s surface. Several probes are also carrying out direct measurements of planets, moons and interplanetary plasma in our solar system. Another key discipline is theoretical astrophysics which, with the help of increasingly efficient supercomputers, enables us to create in-depth models of various phenomena in the universe in general and the field of space physics in particular. Finally, plasma physics is an important tool in both space physics and astronomical research.
The courses typically include lectures, exercises, group work and research literature and end in examinations and/or final assignments. In addition, some studies can be completed as book examinations.
5-10 cr
Select either
Complete at least 45 cr of the following courses:
You can select courses of Astrophysical Sciences Study Track as agreed with your Academic supervisor.
Other studies can include study modules or individual courses from other programmes as agreed in personal study plan. Also practical training and language studies can be included.
You need to include at least 90 cr of advanced studies in your degree.
Complete at least two of these three courses:
Select a minimum of 40 cr of advanced level courses in order to have minimum of 90 cr of advanced level courses in total. You can include particle physics and cosmology studies and max 15 cr of Data Science studies to the 40 cr required.
Thematic courses with varying contents in particle physics and astrophysical sciences:
You can select courses of Particle Physics and Cosmology study track and include them in the 40 cr of alternative advanced studies. See the course list on this same page.
Other studies can include study modules or individual courses from other programmes as agreed in personal study plan. Also practical training and language studies can be included.