Master programme in Physics - Experimental Particle and Nuclear Physics
2 years · 120 credits
The master programme in experimental particle and nuclear physics consists of a number of mandatory and optional courses, and a master project. There is a great freedom in the selection of courses and one can cover both experimental and theoretical aspects of particle and nuclear physics. The master project is typically done inside the division’s experimental projects.
Courses
Apart from the two mandatory courses, it is also mandatory to take at least three of the six alternative-compulsory courses that are marked with # in the list below.
Two mandatory courses:
- Quantum physics in research and society (FYSN21)
- Quantum mechanics (FYSN27)
- Three of the six alternative-compulsory courses, marked with # below.
- Degree project of either 30 or 60 ECTS credits.
For the remaining ECTS credits, one can take any courses. The list below contains some suggestions for these optional courses.
First semester, autumn
1st period
Programme courses:
- Quantum physics in research and society, FYSN21 (mandatory, also in spring, 1st period)
- Quantum mechanics, FYSN27 (mandatory)
- Advanced nuclear physics, FYST54 (#)
Suggested optional courses:
- Introduction to programming and computing for scientists, MNXB11
- Classical mechanics and special relativity, FYTB14
- Statistical tools in astrophysics, ASTM29
2nd period
Programme courses:
- Experimental tools, FYSN25 (#)
- Theoretical particle physics, FYTN18 (#)
- Theoretical nuclear physics, FYST11 (#)
Suggested optional course:
- Statistical mechanics, FYTN15
Second semester, spring
1st period
Programme courses:
- Quantum physics in research and society, FYSN21 (mandatory, also in autumn, 1st period)
- Modern experimental particle physics, FYST62 (#)
2nd period
Programme course:
- Modern subatomic physics, FYST16 (#)
Master's Degree Project
The master's degree project can usually be started only when all mandatory courses are passed. You will therefore typically start the project in the first study period of autumn or spring. It is possible to both a 30-credit project or a 60-credit project:
- Master's diploma work, 60 credits, FYSM64
- Master's diploma work, 30 credits, FYSM34, plus 30 credits in additional elective courses
The 60-credit project is recommended for students that are considering applying for a PhD after their master's degree.
Inspiration for degree projects and contact information can be found here:
Degree projects in experimental particle and nuclear physics
More information about the programme and how to apply
Master Coordinator
Experimental Particle and Nuclear Physics
Peter Christiansen
peter [dot] christiansen [at] fysik [dot] lu [dot] se