# Advanced Astroparticle Physics
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Advanced Astroparticle Physics focus on research level calculations and questions designed to develop both the practical knowledge and intuition necessary to produce novel results in the rapidly developing fields of high-energy astrophysics and particle astrophysics.
**In spring 2026 the course will be taught 100% online via zoom.**
The course is be divided into two complementary sections. The first focusing on astrophysical particle accelerators as well as the acceleration, diffusion, and energy losses of high-energy cosmic-rays and their associated gamma-ray, neutrino and low-energy radiation. The second portion of the course will focus on beyond standard model processes, with a particular focus on dark matter signatures in the non-thermal universe. This includes a discussion of dark matter cosmology, WIMP annihilation and decay, axion and sterile neutrino signatures. There will also be a discussion of other beyond standard model processes including baryogenesis and non-standard cosmological histories of the universe.
## [Course structure](#svid10_142dc5821901009a5b52688b)
### Teaching Format
The course consists of both lectures and tutorial classes. The lectures provide topical overviews and the key derivations for each concept, as well as examples and applications showing the implications of each phenomenon for our broader understanding of astrophysics.
The weekly tutorial classes are student led and include discussions of relevant papers in the field over the last 50 years. Students are expected to become familiar with this literature and actively participate in the discussions.
### Assessment
The final examination will be based on a short oral presentation and accompanying written report.
#### Examiner
Timothy Linden
## [Schedule](#svid10_142dc5821901009a5b5268da)
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course.
We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course,
your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.
- [Schedule FK8045 Spring semester 2026 Day-time 50%](https://cloud.timeedit.net/su/web/stud1/s.html?sid=3&type=courseevent&h=t&object=cevt_47094_VT2026&startdate=20251220&enddate=20260905&l=en&h2=2 "Link to schedule - opens in new window")
## [Course literature](#svid10_142dc5821901009a5b5268f0)
Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.
Course Material will be based primarily on lectures and reading papers from the arXiv and other relevant journals. The following textbooks can be purchased and will provide key supporting information (but will not be necessary to purchase to complete course material):
"Particle Cosmology and Astrophysics", Dan Hooper, 978-0691235042.
"High Energy Astrophysics", Malcolm S. Longair, 978-0521756181.
"An Introduction to Particle Dark Matter", Stefano Profumo, 978-1786340016.
## [Course reports](#svid10_142dc5821901009a5b5268f2)
Course reports are displayed for the three most recent course instances.
## [Contact](#svid10_142dc5821901009a5b52690b)
### Teacher
Timothy Linden, [linden@fysik.su.se](mailto:linden@fysik.su.se)
### Student office
[studentexp@fysik.su.se](mailto:studentexp@fysik.su.se)
### Study advisor
[studievagledare@fysik.su.se](mailto:studievagledare@fysik.su.se)
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## Spring 2026 | Period 2 | Day-time, 50% | On campus | For international students
7.5 credits
Spring 2026
Period 2Day-time, 50%On campusFor international students
Beginning/EndPlease view course schedule for exact dates
week commencing
22/03/2026 - 06/06/2026
Closed for application
Information about late application[Applies only to certain courses](https://www.su.se/english/education/how-to-apply/important-dates/late-application-1.506150)
Course code: FK8045
Application code: SU-47094
Level
Master's level
Language
English
Eligibility
Admission to the course requires knowledge equivalent to Bachelor´s degree in Physics. Additionally, knowledge equivalent to the course Cosmology and Particle Astrophysics, 7.5 credits (FK7050) is required. English 6 or the equivalent.
Selection
Higher Education Credits (up to 270).
[Syllabus - legal document](#)
Tuition fee
Applies to citizens from outside EU, EEA or Switzerland. First instalment: 17500 SEK. The complete course: 17500 SEK.
[More information on tuition fees](https://www.su.se/english/education/how-to-apply/costs-fees-and-scholarships)
Subject
[Physics](https://www.su.se/english/education/course-catalogue/education-subjects/science-and-mathematics/physics)
Area of interest
[Science and Mathematics](https://www.su.se/english/education/course-catalogue/education-subjects/science-and-mathematics)
Department responsible for education
[Department of Physics](http://www.fysik.su.se/)
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