PHY306 Introduction to Cosmology

Cannot be taken with: PHY443

Aims/Description: Cosmology is the science of the whole Universe: its past history, present structure and future evolution. In this module we discuss how our understanding of cosmology has developed over time, and study the observed properties of the universe, particularly the rate of expansion, the chemical composition, and the nature of the cosmic microwave background, can be used to constrain theoretical models and obtain value for the parameters of the now-standard Hot Big Bang cosmological model.

Staff Contact: MULLANEY JAMES

Teaching Methods: Lectures, Tutorials, Problem solving, Independent Study

Assessment: Formal Exam, Classroom testing

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