Physics, Bachelor's, 3 years

What you Learn

Required Learning Outcomes

After a completed bachelor degree in physics the candidate should have:

Knowledge

• be able to account for the distinctive characters and development of physics
• convey facts and discuss basic theories in general physics
• explain the central terms in physics and how these are connected
• explain mathematical terms in analysis, linear algebra and differential equations
• describe mathematical models in physics

Skills

• use mathematical formalism in analysis, complex numbers, linear algebra and basic differential equations to solve problems in physics
• use basic experimental equipment to do measurements in physics and estimate uncertainties
• carry out basic data collection using computers
• use numerical programming tools to solve problems in physics
• analyze problems in physics and carry out calculations using his/her knowledge in classic mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, theory of relativity, statistical physics, thermodynamics, particle- and nuclear physics
• be able to find and make use of knowledge in physics that exceeds the curriculum of the study programme

General competence

• give good written and oral presentation of scientific topics
• work both independently and as part of a team
• carry out an independent project work and write and present a final report in coherence with good scientific practice
• use libraries and scientific data bases to find relevant information
• communicate on scientific problems within physics, both to specialists and the general public
• demonstrate understanding and respect for scientific values like openness, precision and reliability