General Relativity and Cosmology (FYS600)
The course gives an introduction to the General Theory of Relativity and its cosmological consequences.
Course description for study year 2025-2026. Please note that changes may occur.
Course code
FYS600
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
10
Semester tution start
Spring
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Spring
Language of instruction
English
Content
NB! This is an elective course and may be cancelled if fewer than 10 students are enrolled by January 20th for the spring semester.
The equivalence principle, metric, space time curvature, tensor analysis, Einsteins field equations, the Schwarzschild solution, tests of general relativity, relativistic stars, gravitational collapse, black holes, gravitational waves, homogenous and isotropic universe models, the early universe.
Learning outcome
The students shall master the physical principles and the mathematical formalism of the General Theory of Relativity, and know its most important physical consequences. They shall have knowledge of basic cosmological consequences and central cosmological models. They shall be able to comprehend the scientific literature of the field and use the theory to independently analyze simple problems.
Required prerequisite knowledge
Recommended prerequisites
Exam
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral exam | 1/1 | 1 Hours | Letter grades | None permitted |
Course teacher(s)
Course coordinator:
Alex Bentley NielsenHead of Department:
Bjørn Henrik AuestadMethod of work
6 hours lectures and problem solving per week.