Astrophysics I

5 credits

Course, Bachelor's level, 1FA204

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Location
Uppsala
Pace of study
33%
Teaching form
On-campus
Instructional time
Daytime
Study period
3 November 2025–18 January 2026
Language of instruction
Swedish
Entry requirements

30 credits in mathematics and 30 credits in physics.

Selection

Higher education credits in science and engineering (maximum 240 credits)

Fees
If you are not a citizen of a European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA) country, or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees.
  • First tuition fee instalment: SEK 10,833
  • Total tuition fee: SEK 10,833

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Application deadline
15 April 2025
Application code
UU-13122

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Registration period
20 October 2025–2 November 2025
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Location
Uppsala
Pace of study
33%
Teaching form
On-campus
Instructional time
Daytime
Study period
23 March 2026–7 June 2026
Language of instruction
The course will be taught in English, if needed
Entry requirements

30 credits in mathematics and 30 credits in physics.

Selection

Higher education credits in science and engineering (maximum 240 credits)

Fees
If you are not a citizen of a European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA) country, or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees.
  • First tuition fee instalment: SEK 10,833
  • Total tuition fee: SEK 10,833

Read more about fees.

Application deadline
15 October 2025
Application code
UU-63140

Admitted or on the waiting list?

Registration period
9 March 2026–22 March 2026
Information on registration from the department

Location
Uppsala
Pace of study
33%
Teaching form
On-campus
Instructional time
Daytime
Study period
23 March 2026–7 June 2026
Language of instruction
The course will be taught in English, if needed
Entry requirements

30 credits in mathematics and 30 credits in physics.

Admitted or on the waiting list?

Registration period
9 March 2026–22 March 2026
Information on registration from the department

About the course

This course covers our solar system, the properties and development of stars, as well as cosmic phenomena such as the Milky Way, galaxies, and the Big Bang. The aim is to provide a basic understanding of current astronomical research and enable the ability to explain the mechanisms behind important observational phenomena. You will also develop the capability to perform basic astrophysical calculations. The course serves as a platform to explore the complexity of space and analyze fundamental aspects of astrophysics.

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