Physics: Research in Physics, Cosmology, 2018-2019
Structure of the Programme
The Cosmology specialisation is positioned at the interface between Theoretical Physics and Observational Astronomy, and is offered jointly with the department of Astronomy. Characteristic elements of the specialisation are theory, data handling, and numerical simulations. It prepares the student for scientific research towards the PhD in a range of topics. The MSc graduate will also be well-equipped for industrial research or other problem-solving tasks that demand strong analytical, computational, and problem-solving skills. This 2-year programme is offered in collaboration with the De Sitter programme
Study Plan
At the start of the Master’s programme, students are required to create a study plan: this plan includes a complete list of planned courses and projects for two subsequent academic years in consultation with the Study Advisor Physics
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For more information on the specific requirements of this specialisation, see the appendix of the Course and Examination Regulations
Other Master Physics specialisations
Research Specialisations
Biological and Soft Matter Physics
Casimir pre-PhD
Quantum Matter and Optics
Theoretical Physics
Interdisciplinary Specialisations
Education
Science-Based Business
Science Communication and Society
Physics: Research in Physics, Cosmology
Vak | Semester | Blok | EC | Niveau |
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Origin and Structure of the Standard Model | 1 | 3 | 400 | |
Origin and Evolution of the Universe | 1 | 6 | 500 | |
Quantum Theory | 1 | 6 | 400 | |
Theory of General Relativity | 1 | 6 | 400 | |
Academic and Professional Skills (Science) | 2 | 3 | 400 | |
Large Scale Structure and Galaxy Formation | 2 | 6 | 500 | |
Particle Physics and Early Universe | 2 | 3 | 500 | |
Electives 27 EC - select from MSc Physics courses or MSc Astronomy of which ≥ 12 EC from the Cosmology courses below |
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Effective Field Theory | 1 | 3 | 500 | |
Computational Astrophysics | 2 | 6 | 400 | |
Modern Astrostatistics | 2 | 3 | 500 | |
Theoretical Cosmology | 2 | 3 | 500 | |
Other electives for CosmologyPlease visit the Astronomy and Cosmology webpage to select other electives |
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Research Project Cosmology 1 |
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Research Project Cosmology 2 |