Introduction to the Physics and Dynamics of the Earth

5 credits

Course, Bachelor's level, 1GE060

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Location
Flexible
Pace of study
25%
Teaching form
Distance learning
Number of mandatory on-campus meetings
0
Number of optional on-campus meetings
0
Instructional time
Evening
Study period
22 September 2025–14 December 2025
Language of instruction
The course will be taught in English, if needed
Entry requirements

General entry requirements and Physics 2, Mathematics 4/Mathematics E

Selection

Final school grades (66%) - Swedish Scholastic Aptitude Test (34%)

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-18108

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Registration period
8 September 2025–14 September 2025
Information on registration from the department

About the course

The course gives you a basic understanding of plate tectonics, the large-scale structure of the Earth, earthquakes and the shape and rotation of the Earth.

Outline for distance course: This is a web-based distance course with live lectures at Zoom in the evening (not mandatory). Compulsory assignments and take-home examinations are submitted via an online learning platform. A compulsory student seminar will be held via Zoom. Communication between students and teachers takes place via the online learning platform.

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