Physics: Quantum Physics in Research and Society

This course deepens your understanding of key concepts in quantum physics and how they are applied across different areas of the field – from scattering and wavelength to energy conversion and conservation laws. You will also explore how quantum physics is used in society, for example in medical technology. The course is closely linked to current research at the Department of Physics.

A key component of the course is scientific communication – you will practise presenting physics both orally and in writing, tailored to different audiences.

The course is mandatory for students of the Master programme in physics. Students of the Bachelor programme in physics can also apply for the course, but in order to participate fully, you need to have completed your Bachelor degree project. The course cannot be taken as a freestanding course.

Teaching includes lectures, seminars, and both practical and literature-based projects. Much of the work is done in groups, and you will also practice giving and receiving feedback. One assignment involves interviewing an active researcher with a fellow student.

A significant part of the course is devoted to communicating physics – both scientifically and in popular science formats – in writing and speech.

Assessment is continuous and based on written assignments and oral presentations and discussions. Both content and language quality are assessed. To pass the course, you must complete all components.

Prerequisites

90 credits in Physics including knowledge corresponding to at least three of the following courses: FYSC11 Physics: Atomic and Molecular Physics, 7.5 credits, FYSC13 Physics: Solid State Physics, 7.5 credits, FYSC14 Physics: Particle Physics, Cosmology and Accelerators, 7.5 credits or a Bachelor of Science in Physics. English 6/English course B.

Selection criteria

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

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.