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At the Division of Astrophysics, we continue the long legacy of Lund researchers who have worked on understanding the dynamics and the constituents of the Milky Way. We honour this legacy by actively pursuing the current questions at the cutting edge of astrophysical research, namely the formation and evolution of galaxies, stars and exoplanets. The research at the Division of Astrophysics is driv
https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/research/astrophysics - 2026-06-07
Perhaps you are wondering what courses to choose? The department offers some 100 different courses in Physics. This page is intended to give you some guidance for your exchange studies at Lund University. Two semesters In Sweden, the study year is divided into two semesters, and each semester is divided into two periods. For one semester of full time studies, you will collect 30 ECTS credits. The
https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/education/incoming-exchange-students/how-choose-courses - 2026-06-07
Once you have completed your Master’s degree, you can go on to third-cycle studies and specialise in an area you are interested in. Doctoral (or PhD) studies normally comprise four years of full-time study, corresponding to 240 credits. You spend approximately one year on courses and seminars, and three years on your research project. You compile your research findings in a doctoral thesis. The th
https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/education/doctoral-studies - 2026-06-07
We offer a wide variety of courses in physics, astrophysics and astronomy. All courses in physics, astrophysics and astronomy given at the Department of Physics as part of our Bachelor, Master or Engineering programmes, as well as free-standing courses, are presented on these pages.The majority of the courses given at the Faculty of Science are also given as free-standing courses and are then open
https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/education/courses - 2026-06-07
2 years · 120 credits The Department of Physics offers a Master programme in Astrophysics for students with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in physics or astronomy. Programme structureThe Master programme is equivalent to two years of full-time studies (120 credits), out of which the one half (60 credits) consists of courses and the other half (60 credits) consists of a research project carried
https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/master-in-astrophysics - 2026-06-07
All Bachelor-level courses in physics, astrophysics and astronomy given at the Department of Physics are listed on this page. Autumn semester, first study period Astrophysics of stars | ASTC12 | 7.5 credits Course is given: study period 1, autumn.About the courseThis course introduces the astrophysics of stars and how astronomers study them through observations. You learn how telescopes are used t
https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/education/courses/courses-bachelor-level - 2026-06-07
Your rights and obligations as a student – where to turn You are studying at a department that is your workplace, just as it is for your fellow students, lecturers and other staff. The head of department is responsible for the physical and psychosocial environment in the workplace and for the provision of education. What rights and obligations are we talking about? There is to be no discrimination
https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/education/student-rights-and-obligations - 2026-06-07
At the university, you hand in your own texts and work and never something that others have done. Copying other people's work without indicating the source is not allowed. In brief, academic honesty means that the work you submit for assessment has to be your own work and not the work of someone else. Copying is not allowed, and you have to use proper attribution and referencing when using the wor
https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/education/academic-conduct - 2026-06-07
All Master level courses in physics, astrophysics and astronomy given at the Department of Physics are listed on this page. Autumn semester, first study period Advanced Nuclear Physics | FYST54 | 7.5 credits The course in briefThe course covers theoretical models for the structure and reactions of atomic nuclear, as well as experiments in nuclear physics and their scientific applications. The cour
https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/education/courses/courses-master-level - 2026-06-07
Dear colleagues,"I would like to provide you with an update regarding the ongoing changes at the Department of Physics at Lund University. The integration of activities within astrophysics and theoretical particle physics has progressed successfully, and I am proud of the progress we have made so far.By bringing together these two disciplines within our department, we are creating a stronger and m
FysicumThe entrance doors are locked June 26 - August 11.Employees and students have access with the LU Card.About the LU Card – lukortet.lu.sePhysics LibraryJune 12 - July 21: 10–12July 24 - 30: ClosedJuly 31 - August 8: 10–12Regular opening hours and service from August 9.Unstaffed hoursStudents and staff of the Department of Physics and the Department of Astronomy and Theoretical Physics have
https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/about-us/summer-fysicum - 2026-06-07
Work with us at the Department of Physics The Department of Physics is a stimulating workplace with knowledge in most aspects of Physics, both within education and research. From time to time we are looking for new colleagues. Mainly researchers, teachers, technical and administrative staff. How to apply for a job positionTo apply for a job, please log in to our recruitment system via the link in
https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/about-us/job-opportunities - 2026-06-07
Dear colleagues, Actually, this prefect's letter was supposed to be about something completely different, but some news intervened. This news is of course that Anne L'Huillier is awarded the 2023 Nobel Prize in Physics, together with Pierre Agostini and Ferenc Krausz. What news! The honour for this achievement is first and foremost Anne's and also the people who have worked with Anne on the resear
https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/head-department-letter-october-2023 - 2026-06-07
Photographs from 3 October. All pictures by Kennet Ruona on behalf of Lund University.
https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/nobel-prize-anne-lhuillier-october-3-2023 - 2026-06-07
The department of Physics's website is part of Lund University's web and use the same publishing system. The central web unit is responsible for the system and the technical aspects while the Department of Physics is responsible for the content. Processing of personal data Lund University processes personal data in accordance with the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2016/679, the Da
https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/about-us/about-website - 2026-06-07
Accessibility of fysik.lu.se/english/ This website is run by department of Physics, Lund University. We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website. The website was published on march 10, 2021. The website will be tested regularly for compliance with accesibilty regulations. A document will be published on this page.
https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/about-us/accessibility-statement - 2026-06-07
About XANADU We offer PhD courses and networking activities Courses Apply to XANADU Contact
https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/education/xanadu-graduate-research-school - 2026-06-07
XANADU—"X-rays And Neutrons for ADvanced sUstainability research"—is a graduate school within Lund University’s Faculty of Science. It focuses on sustainability research by utilizing the cutting-edge facilities MAX IV and ESS. With these unique resources, Lund University is strategically positioned to lead in sustainability research and open new scientific frontiers unavailable anywhere else in th
https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/education/xanadu-graduate-research-school/about-xanadu - 2026-06-07
Welcome to contact a member of the XANADU team or the steering committee. Advisory BoardThe XANADU Advisory BoardCoordinatorsPablo Villanueva Perez, CoordinatorPhone: +46 46 222 38 13E-mail: pablo [dot] villanueva [at] sljus [dot] lu [dot] se (pablo[dot]villanueva[at]sljus[dot]lu[dot]se)Edvin Lundgren, Co-CoordinatorPhone: +46 46 222 41 54E-mail: edvin [dot] lundgren [at] sljus [dot] lu [dot] se (
https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/education/xanadu-graduate-research-school/contact-us-xanadu-team - 2026-06-07
Dear colleagues,My partner works at a large international company in Lund. Recently, she got tired of speaking English with a colleague, who is originally from Great Britain, but who, according to her, speaks better Swedish than she speaks English. So she said to him: “You may do as you wish. You are welcome to continue speaking English. But I will speak Swedish with you from now on.” His answer w
