Program Overview

Nano Science 7.5 credits

The course focuses on processes, synthesis and characterization techniques of materials at the nanoscale. Nanotechnology is a quickly developing field and the course has a strong focus on understanding and highlighting cutting edge research in the field of nanotechnology. The course describes how physical processes and theories can be used to describe materials at the nanoscale, including new devices for electronic and energy applications. It also includes synthesis and characterization of such materials, with a main focus on carbon nanomaterials, such as fullerenes, carbon nanotubes and graphene but also on various types of metal and semiconductor nanoparticles.

About the course

• Type: Course, second cycle
• Study pace: Half speed
• Study location: Umeå
• Type of studies: On campus

Details

• Starts: 19 January 2026
• Ends: 23 March 2026
• Number of credits: 7.5 credits
• Type of studies: On site
• Teaching hours: Daytime
• Study location: Umeå
• Language: English
• Application code: UMU-53130

Eligibility

• 90 credits including Solid State Physics, or equivalent
• Proficiency in English and Swedish equivalent to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies
• Requirements for Swedish only apply if the course is held in Swedish

Selection

• Academic credits

Application and tuition fees

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

Application

• Application deadline was 15 October 2025
• This second application round is intended only for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens

Course is given by

• Physics

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