Program Overview

Digital Physics Course Details

The Digital Physics course deals with the computational science and engineering behind virtual 3D environments and simulators of cyber-physical systems, including vehicles, robots, and biomechanical systems. The course uses time-discrete mechanics for rigid and flexible multibodies with articulation joints and contacts, physics-based modeling of sensors and actuators, as well as high-performance numerical algorithms and solvers for integrating digital physics with other software for analysis, testing, control, and optimization.

Course Description

The course covers techniques for automated model calibration based on experimental data as well as generation of synthetic test and training data to critically analyze the capabilities and limitations of the simulated system and for deep learning. In the practical part of the course, a physics engine is used to create a full system simulator of a mechatronic system from CAD model, technical specifications, and experimental data. Using the simulator output, the system's control algorithms or design is improved.

Eligibility and Requirements

• University studies comprising at least 90 credits, including:
  • Analytical Mechanics, 7.5 credits
  • Data Structures and Algorithms, 7.5 credits
  • Numerical Methods in Physics, 7.5 credits
  • Modelling and Simulation, 7.5 credits or equivalent
• Proficiency in English and Swedish equivalent to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies

Selection and Application

• Academic credits
• Application deadline was 15 October 2025
• This second application round is intended only for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens
• Submit a late application at the official website for higher education applications

Tuition Fees

• Application fee: SEK 900
• Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 19,038
• Total fee: SEK 19,038

Course Details

• Type: Course, second cycle
• Study pace: Half speed
• Study location: Umeå
• Type of studies: On campus
• Number of credits: 7.5 credits
• Teaching hours: Daytime
• Language: English
• Application code: UMU-53118
• Starts: 24 March 2026
• Ends: 7 June 2026

About Umeå University

Umeå University offers high-quality education and groundbreaking research in science, technology, humanities, and the arts. The university is certified as a Healthy Campus, with many initiatives that promote health and well-being. It is also ranked #1 globally in the main categories of Living, Support, and Overall Satisfaction for international students.