Nuclear physics

Education facts

Code: 3RA026

The course deals with the atomic nucleus, its structure, how to experimentally study the atomic nucleus and applications of nuclear physics such as e.g. energy extraction through fission. Important tools for studying the atomic nucleus, such as cross-sections, are introduced and various forms of decay are treated in detail. Models for the structure of the atomic nucleus and important concepts such as binding energy are also introduced. An overview of particle accelerators and fission-based nuclear power is included. The course also contains a mandatory laboratory part. The course comprises three modules 1. Theory, 2.5 ECTS 2. Calculation, 2.5 ECTS 3. Laboratory, 2.5 ECTS

Entry requirements

Proficiency in English equivalent to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies.University: At least 90 ECTS including Quantum physics 6 ECTS, or corresponding. Proficiency in English equivalent to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies. Where the language of instruction is Swedish, applicants must prove proficiency in Swedish to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies.

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.

• Nuclear physics

  Umeå University

  Start date: 25 March 2027

  End date: 2 May 2027

  Pace of study: 100 %