Physics: Light and Matter

In the course, you will work with mechanics, the properties of gases, optics, and interactions between atoms and light. You will also be introduced to phenomena such as lasers and see examples of how physics is used at the research facilities in Lund.

The course provides both theoretical and practical training. In the laboratory sessions, you will learn how to collect and analyze data, perform simple calculations, and get an introduction to using Python to present results. You will also learn about laboratory safety and academic integrity.

The course is the first course you will take in the Bachelor's programme in Physics or Astrophysics. It can only be taken by programme students. It stretches throughout the entire semester and is taken in parallel with courses in mathematics. The course is taught in English, but you can be examined in Swedish if you wish.

Lectures, problem solving, quizzes and assignments lead up to a written exam, with the option of a voluntary oral interview for those who wish to reach a higher grade.

The laboratory sessions give you practice in planning experiments, analyzing measurement data, and laboratory safety. You will gain experience in writing lab notes and using Python to present your results, which you report in a written lab report.

You will also participate in a seminar with a group presentation on the applications of physics, as well as a workshop on learning and plagiarism with a short self-reflection. The laboratory sessions, seminar and workshop are compulsory.

Prerequisites

General requirements and studies equivalent to Swedish Upper Secondary School courses Physics 2/Physics level 2, Chemistry 1/Chemistry level 1 and Mathematics 4 (or older course Mathematics D)/Mathematics further level 2

Selection criteria

Seats are allocated according to the following: The general average (GPA) of your higher secondary school leaving certificate: 34 %, The Swedish national university aptitude test: 34 %, number of previous ECTS at application deadline (up to 165): 32 %. If students have equal credentials, seats are allocated based on their results on The Swedish National University Aptitude Test. If this too is equal, seats are allocated based on a draw.

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 23,125
First payment: SEK 23,125

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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.