Theoretical Physics Stockholm University

Overview

The programme in Theoretical Physics at Stockholm University represents two years of full time studies (120 credits), out which 30, 45  or 60 credits are allocated to the master thesis project. 

Within the programme there is a lot of freedom to choose the courses that best suit your interests and your physics profile. There is also room for you to broaden your competence thanks to a large number of optional courses.

Career opportunities

• As a physics student at Stockholm University you gain experience of working in a frontline research environment and an advanced understanding of theoretical physics through analysing, modelling and synthesising complex information. 

• Our programme provides an excellent foundation for PhD studies and opens multiple career options outside of the academic field. The ability and training in critical evaluation and analysis of complex new phenomena, often using sophisticated mathematical methods, is useful in various disciplines, such as bio-informatics and applied mathematics.