Chemistry: Scattering Methods

Education facts

Code: KEMM67

<p>Acquire basic knowledge and understanding of different scattering methods, such as Small Angle Neutron Scattering, Small Angle X-Ray Scattering, and static and dynamic light scattering, used to study structural and dynamic properties of colloidal dispersions.</p><p>KEMM67. The aim of the course is for the student to acquire basic knowledge and understanding of different scattering methods used to study structural and dynamic properties of colloidal dispersions. The course begins with basic scattering theory, followed by a presentation of various experimental methods such as Small Angle Neutron Scattering (SANS), Small Angle X-Ray Scattering (SAXS) as well as static and dynamic light scattering. This is complemented by computer labs and exercises in data analysis and modelling of static scattering data. </p> <h3><strong>Course content</strong></h3> <p><em>Lectures</em>: The course starts with basic scattering theory including derivation of the scattering resulting from the dispersion of spherical colloidal particles. This is followed by a presentation of different experimental methods such as Small-Angle Neutron Scattering (SANS), Small-Angle X-Ray Scattering (SAXS) and static and dynamic light scattering. Dispersions of spherical particles are used as the main model system, but non-spherical particles will also be discussed.</p> <p><em>Laboratory sessions and exercises</em>: Computer exercises/exercises in data analysis and modelling of static scattering data. The scattering laboratory exercises include experiments on colloidal dispersions with SAXS and with static and dynamic light scattering.</p><p>https://www.kemi.lu.se/en/education/courses/advanced-level</p>

Entry requirements

90 ECTS credits Science studies including knowledge corresponding to KEMA20 Chemistry: General Chemistry, 15 credits, KEMA01 Organic Chemistry - Basic Course, 7,5 credits, KEMA03 Biochemistry - Basic Course, 7.5 credits, KEMB09 Physical Chemistry - Basic Course, 15 credits, and MATA02 Mathematics for Scientists, 15 credits. English 6/English Course B. OR 75 ECTS credits in physics including knowledge corresponding to FYSC11 Atomic and Molecular Physics 7.5 credits and FYSC13 Solid State Physics 7.5 credits, and 30 credits in mathematics. English 6/English Course B.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Chemistry: Scattering Methods

  Lund University

  Start date: 19 January 2026

  End date: 22 March 2026

  Pace of study: 50 %