Nuclear physics 7.5 credits

About the course

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

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Spring 2026
- Nuclear physics
  
  Second admissions round for EU/EEA citizens
  
  VT26 / Umeå / English / On site
  
  Submit a late application
  
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  Starts
  24 March 2026
  
  Ends
  7 June 2026
  
  Number of credits
  7.5 credits
  
  Type of studies
  On site
  
  Study pace
  50%
  
  Teaching hours
  Daytime
  
  Study location
  Umeå
  
  Language
  English
  
  Application code
  UMU-31007
  
  Eligibility
  
  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.
  
  Selection
  
  Academic credits awarded by application deadline (HPAV 30-285 ECTS)
  
  Application
  Application deadline was 15 October 2025. Please note: This second application round is intended only for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens. Submit a late application at Universityadmissions.se.
  
  Application and tuition fees
  As a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.
  
  Application fee: SEK 900
  
  Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 20,800
  
  Total fee: SEK 20,800
  
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