Mathematics: Differential Geometry

Education facts

Code: MATM33

<p>The course gives an introduction to classic differential geometry, important for further studies in the subject and in relevant areas of physics.Differential geometry is necessary to understand Riemannian geometry, which is an important component in Einstein's general theory of relativity.</p><p>The course treats the geometry of curves and surfaces, especially in three dimensions. In particular, we study the concepts of curvature and torsion. The course covers:</p> <ul> <li>The geometry of curves in Euclidean space, their curvature and torsion and how these determine the curves.</li> <li>The geometry of surfaces in Euclidean space, their first and second fundamental forms, the Gauss map, principal curvatures, Gaussian curvature and mean curvature.</li> <li>Theorema Egregium and a deep analysis of geodesics and their behaviour both locally and globally.</li> <li>Gauss-Bonnet's Theorem: two different local versions and the famous global version.</li> </ul>

Entry requirements

at least 90 credits, with at least 60 credits in pure mathematics are required, including knowledge corresponding to the courses MATB22 Linear Algebra 2, 7.5 credits, and MATB23 Analysis in Several Variables 2, 7.5 credits. 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.

• Mathematics: Differential Geometry

  Lund University

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 1 November 2026

  Pace of study: 50 %