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Physics: Nanomaterials - Thermodynamics and Kinetics

Course • Master's level • 7.5 credits

Why do the properties of materials change when they shrink to just a few nanometers? This course explores the thermodynamic and kinetic principles that govern the production of materials.

Application dates

Start

Autumn 2026

Level

Master's

Language

English

Place of study

Lund

Course code

FYST81

Application dates

This course provides an overview of thermodynamic and kinetic processes from a materials science perspective, with a focus on nanomaterials. You will study concepts such as phase equilibria, reaction kinetics, heat and mass transport, and how these are influenced by size effects at the nanoscale.

The course focuses on theoretical understanding, but we also discuss practical applications such as material synthesis and the use of materials in technical contexts. 

Teaching takes place through lectures and exercises. During the exercises, you will apply thermodynamic and kinetic models to relevant material problems and examples from current research.

The course is suitable for students with a background in physics, chemistry or materials science.

Autumn Semester 2026

Late applications are being accepted.

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Start

2 November 2026

2 Nov 2026

End

17 January 2027

17 Jan 2027

Form

Normal learning

Pace

Part time

Language

English

City

Lund

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Late applications are being accepted

The course has extended their application deadline. All late applications are prioritised by the date that they are received. Only applicants who are qualified with a completed application will be considered.

Are you applying from outside Sweden?

This is a local application round, and due to time constraints, we do not recommend applying in this round if you are from outside the EU/EEA or Switzerland. Please note that you need to find and add the course or programme on the Swedish website Antagning.se before you can log in to Universityadmissions.se and apply.
When to apply – dates and deadlines

When and how to apply

There are different application rounds depending on the type of studies you are applying to, and whether you are an EU/EEA citizen or non-EU/EEA citizen. Before applying, make sure to carefully review the entry requirements and read the how to apply guide, including document instructions.

Entry requirements

Admission to the course requires 90 credits in scientific studies, or a bachelor's degree in physics, chemistry or equivalent - in both cases including a course that contains at least 2.5 credits thermodynamics. Furthermore is required English 6/B and general entry requirements.

Selection criteria

Seats are allocated according to: ECTS (HPAV): 100 %.

Specific documents

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.

Contact us

Professor

Jonas Johansson

Email: jonas.johansson@fysik.lu.se

Study counsellor

Johanna Nilsson Onsberg

Email: studievagledning@fysik.lu.se