Program Overview

Solid Mechanics Course

The Solid Mechanics course provides an introduction to fundamental concepts in solid mechanics. Focus is mainly on uniaxial stress states and beam theory, but the course also deals with multiaxial stress states, principal stresses, and different flow and failure criteria.

Course Details

• Credits: 7.5
• Level: Bachelor's level
• Department: Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Faculty: Faculty of Technology
• Language: English
• Location: Växjö
• Duration: Half-time, Campus
• Period: Autumn 2026
• Application Deadline: January 15

Requirements

• Prerequisites: Calculus 7.5 credits and Mechanics 7.5 credits or equivalent
• Selection Criteria: 34% Upper Secondary Education and 33% Aptitude test, 33% Higher Education Credits

Tuition Fees

• Tuition fee for the course is 21,800 SEK

About Växjö

Växjö is a student city with a vibrant campus, located just south of the city centre. The campus offers a range of facilities, including restaurants, lecture halls, gyms, a supermarket, the university library, outdoor recreation areas, and student pubs.

Building Your Own Degree

Students have the option to combine single-subject courses to build their own degree, allowing them to design a degree based on their interests and career goals.

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• Solid Mechanics, Advanced course
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University Information

Linnaeus University is committed to setting knowledge in motion for a sustainable societal development. The university offers a range of programs and courses, and is located in Växjö, Sweden.