Physics: Mathematical Methods for Vibrations, Waves and Diffusion

This course will give you important tools to analyse and solve problems in physics. You will learn important mathematical methods such as Fourier transforms and differential equations. The course focuses on practical applications in vibrations, waves and diffusion. You will also gain insight into how physical principles affect our everyday lives, such as the greenhouse effect and tsunamis.

The course includes lectures where you gain theoretical knowledge, computational exercises to practice problem solving, and laboratory sessions where you gain practical experience. Examinations are through written tests, laboratory reports and homework. You will have the opportunity to work both independently and in groups, which will help you understand and apply the course content in a practical way.

Prerequisites

Entry to the course requires general entry requirements and 30 credits in mathematics (maximum one of the courses incomplete, but at least followed) including courses equivalent to: MATA21 Analysis in One Variable, 15 credits, MATA22 Linear Algebra 1, 7.5 credits, and NUMA01 Computational Programming with Python, 7.5 credits, and an additional 15 credits in mathematics (at least taken) including courses equivalent to: MATB21 Analysis in Several Variables 1, 7.5 credits, and MATB22 Linear Algebra 2, 7.5 credits, and 30 credits in physics (maximum one of the courses incomplete, but at least followed) including courses equivalent to: FYSA22 Introduction to University Physics, with Mechanics, 7.5 credits FYSA23 Introduction to University Physics, with Electricity, 7.5 credits FYSA13 Introduction to University Physics, with Optics, Waves and Quantum Physics, 7.5 credits and FYSA14 Introduction to University Physics, with Thermodynamics, Climate and Experimental Methodology, 7.5 credits. Students who have obtained the equivalent 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 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.