Physics: Mathematical Methods for Vibrations, Waves and Diffusion

Education facts

Code: FYSB21

<p><span style="color:#424242">The course provides opportunities for you to train applications of mathematical and numerical methods for problems in classical physics. </span></p> <p><span style="color:#424242">Particul</span><span style="color:#424242">ar weight is given on complex Fourier transformations and differential equations, which are applied to different systems.</span></p>

Entry requirements

Entry to the course requires general entry requirements and 30 credits in mathematics (maximum one of the courses incomplete, but at least followed) including courses equivalent to MATA21 Analysis in One Variable, 15 credits, MATA22 Linear Algebra 1, 7.5 credits and NUMA01 Computational Programming with Python, 7.5 credits, and an additional 15 credits in mathematics (at least taken) including courses equivalent to MATB21 Analysis in Several Variables 1, 7.5 credits, and MATB22 Linear Algebra 2, 7.5 credits, and 30 credits in physics (maximum one of the courses incomplete, but at least followed) including courses equivalent to FYSA22 Introduction to University Physics, with Mechanics, 7.5 credits, FYSA23 Introduction to University Physics, with Electricity, 7.5 credits, FYSA13 Introduction to University Physics, with Optics, Waves and Quantum Physics, 7.5 credits and FYSA14 Introduction to University Physics, with Thermodynamics, Climate and Experimental Methodology, 7.5 credits. Students who have obtained the equivalent knowledge by other means may also be admitted to the course.

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.

• Physics: Mathematical Methods for Vibrations, Waves and Diffusion

  Lund University

  Lund

  Start date: 2 November 2026

  End date: 17 January 2027

  Pace of study: 50 %