Physics: Quantum Many-particle Physics in Solids

You will gain a deeper understanding of how electron–electron interactions and interactions with the crystal lattice determine material properties. Key concepts include exchange and correlation energy, density functional theory (DFT), Green’s function, self-energy, and quasiparticle.

The course introduces common approximations and methods for solving many-body problems, such as Hartree–Fock theory, DFT, linear-response theory, and the GW approximation. You will learn how these are used to describe electronic structure in solids and to interpret experiments like photoemission.

This course is ideal for students interested in fundamental aspects of the many-electron problem and in applying quantum theory in materials physics and computational physics.

Teaching consists of lectures, written assignments, and an independent project. You will apply theoretical methods to current research problems and practise reading and discussing scientific articles.

Assessment consists of an oral exam and written assignments. A project is included as part of the written assignments. The oral exam also serves to verify the independence of your written work. Active participation in all components is required.

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.