Course - Phase Transitions and Critical Phenomena - FY8303
Phase Transitions and Critical Phenomena
About
About the course
Course content
The course is given next time autumn 2025.
Phase transitions. Properties near critical points. Multicomponent Landau theory. Universality classes. Overview of simple models. Scaling. Correlation functions. Renormalization theory: Direct space and k-space renormalization. The Kosterlitz-Thouless phase transition. Brief introduction to gauge theories.
Learning outcome
The student is expected to obtain considerable insight into various types of phase transitions, and how these can be described theoretically in different ways, e.g., using renormalization group theory. The course is well suited for PhD-students who want an introduction to advanced statistical physics.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures. Voluntary calculation exercises. When lectures and lecture material are in English, the exam is normally given in English only.
Joint lectures with FY3106.
Further on evaluation
The re-sit examination may be changed from written to oral.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Biophysics (PHBIFY)
Physics (PHFY)
Recommended previous knowledge
The student is expected to have completed introductory courses in thermodynamics and statistical mechanics. The course is technically demanding, requiring good mathematical skills. Exercises form an essential part of the course work.
Course materials
Will be decided at the start of the course.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| DIF4941 | 7.5 sp | |
| FY3106 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2018 |
Subject areas
- Physics
Contact information
Course coordinator
Lecturers
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025
School exam
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.