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Extragalactic astronomy, 7.5 credits

given by the Department of Physics.

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Content

After the course you will

be able to describe the current paradigm in galaxy formation
be able to explain interaction between stars and gas in a galaxy and how our understanding of this is supported by observations and computer simulations
be able to describe the origin of the cosmic microwave background
be able to describe the formation of elements heavier than H and He
be familiar with the most important parts of the evolution of the universe and be able to describe them orally as well as in writing and supporting the arguments with equations

General information

Course code: ASTM27 (previously ASTM19)
Semester: autumn, odd years
Study period: 1
Level: master
Language: English
Form of teaching: Lectures and self-study
Assessment: Coursework (20%) and a written final examination (80%).
Grading scale: U-G-VG
Course plan: in English, in Swedish

Course literature

Detailed lecture slides, posted on the webpage of each course instance

Course coordinator

Oscar Agertz, oscar.agertz@fysik.lu.se

Schedule

The schedule for the course can be found on the schedule software TimeEdit:

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Introductory meeting

Information about the compulsory introductory meetings can be found on TimeEdit..

Application

Through antagning.se

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