Computational Reactor Physics with Python

5 credits

Course, Master's level, 1FA456

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Location
Flexible
Pace of study
33%
Teaching form
Distance learning
Number of mandatory on-campus meetings
0
Number of optional on-campus meetings
0
Instructional time
Daytime
Study period
8 June 2026–30 August 2026
Language of instruction
English
Entry requirements

120 credits in science/engineering, including 30 credits in physics and 5 credits programming. Nuclear Physics or Modern Physics is recommended. Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6.

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 13,750
  • Total tuition fee: SEK 13,750

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Application deadline
16 March 2026
Application code
UU-63159

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Registration period
25 May 2026–7 June 2026
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About the course

The course is for you who want to understand the basics of reactor physics and applied nuclear physics while at the same time improving your programming skills. In the course, you will, among other things, learn how to simulate reactor-physical processes and schematically design nuclear engineering systems.

Outline for distance course: The course is taught through online lectures, video lectures, and supervision of assignments. Communication between teachers and students takes place via an e-learning platform and through e-meeting tools. Distance education requires that you have access to a computer with a stable internet connection and access to a webcam.

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