Physics: Basic Statistical Physics and Quantum Statistics

Statistical physics is the study of how large numbers of particles behave and interact. By understanding these principles, we can explain and predict phenomena at the macroscopic level, which is crucial for many technological advances.

This course will give you an in-depth understanding of statistical physics. You will learn about entropy, thermodynamic relations and study ideal gases, both quantum and classical.

The course shows how everyday phenomena arise from the behaviour of individual particles.

The teaching consists of lectures for theoretical knowledge, laboratory work for practical experience, and calculation exercises to practice problem solving.

You will work both independently and in groups, which will help you to understand and apply the course content practically.

Examination is through laboratory reports and a written exam.

Prerequisites

Admission to the course requires general entry requirements, 7.5 credits in physics including knowledge corresponding to: FYSB22 Basic Quantum Mechanics, 7.5 credits (at least followed) and 45 credits in mathematics (maximum one of the courses incomplete, but at least followed), including knowledge corresponding to: MATA21 Analysis in One Variable, 15 credits, MATA22 Linear Algebra 1, 7.5 credits, NUMA01 Computational Programming with Python, 7.5 credits, MATB21 Analysis in Several Variables 1, 7.5 credits and MATB22 Linear Algebra 2, 7.5 credits. as well as either 37.5 credits in physics (maximum one of the courses apart from FYSB21 incomplete, but at least followed), including knowledge corresponding to: FYSA12 Introduction to University Physics, with Mechanics and Electricity, 15 credits FYSA13 Introduction to University Physics, with Optics, Waves and Quantum Physics, 7.5 credits FYSA14 Introduction to University Physics, with Thermodynamics, Climate and Experimental Methodology, 7.5 credits and FYSB21 Mathematical Methods for Vibrations, Waves and Diffusion, 7.5 credits (at least followed) or an additional 37.5 credits in mathematics (and if all 45 credits of mathematics above are completed, a maximum of one of these courses can be unfinished, but at least followed), including knowledge corresponding to: MATB23 Analysis in Several Variables 2, 7.5 credits and MATB24 Linear Analysis, 7.5 credits. Students who have obtained the corresponding knowledge by other means may also be admitted to the course.

Selection criteria

Seats are allocated according to: The general average (GPA) of your higher secondary school leaving certificate: 20 %, The Swedish national university aptitude test: 10 %, number of previous ECTS at application deadline (up to 165): 70 %.

Tuition fees for non-EU/EEA citizens

Citizens of countries outside:

• The European Union (EU)
• The European Economic Area (EEA) and
• Switzerland

are required to pay tuition fees. You pay an instalment of the tuition fee in advance of each
semester.

Tuition fees, payments and exemptions

Full programme/course tuition fee: SEK 21,250
First payment: SEK 21,250

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Note that you may also need to pay an application fee, or provide proof of exemption.

Application fee

No tuition fees for citizens of the EU, EEA and Switzerland

There are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.