Nuclear & Environmental Physics MSc
Quantum Theory PHYS4026
- Academic Session: 2026-27
- School: School of Physics and Astronomy
- Credits: 10
- Level: Level 4 (SCQF level 10)
- Typically Offered: Semester 1
- Available to Visiting Students: Yes
- Collaborative Online International Learning: No
- Curriculum For Life: No
Short Description
To provide students with an opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of the key principles and applications of Quantum Theory and their relevance to current developments in physics.
Timetable
18 lectures, typically 2 lectures per week
Excluded Courses
None
Assessment
Examination (100%)
Main Assessment In: April/May
Course Aims
To provide students with an opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of the key principles and applications of Quantum Theory, and their relevance to current developments in physics.
Intended Learning Outcomes of Course
By the end of the course, students will be able to demonstrate a knowledge and broad understanding of Quantum Theory. They should be able to describe and analyse quantitatively processes, relationships and techniques relevant to the topics included in the course outline, applying these ideas and techniques to solve general classes of problems which may include straightforward unseen elements. They should be able to write down and, where appropriate, either prove or explain the underlying basis of physical laws relevant to the course topics, discussing their applications and appreciating their relation to the topics of other courses taken.