# Physics and Gender
**Source**: https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/physics-and-gender-MNXB03
**Parent**: https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/university-glance/mission-vision-and-values/sustainability/sustainability-education-lund-university
Course • Bachelor's level • 7.5 credits
How does gender influence the development and practice of physics? This course invites you to explore the intersection between scientific knowledge and societal structures, offering new perspectives on what it means to do physics.
[Application dates](#nav-event-tab-1)
Start
Spring 2026
Level
Bachelor's
Language
English
Place of study
Distance learning
Course code
MNXB03
[Application dates](#)
- Overview
- Teaching and learning
## Overview
Physics and Gender is an interdisciplinary course that examines how gender norms and identities shape the field of physics. You will analyse historical and contemporary examples to understand how scientific knowledge is influenced by social, cultural and political contexts. The course introduces key concepts from gender studies and science studies, and encourages critical reflection on the role of physics in society.
This course provides valuable insights for students pursuing careers in science. It fosters critical thinking and interdisciplinary understanding, which are useful in both academic and professional contexts. The course also prepares students for further studies in gender studies, science studies or related fields.
The course is suitable for students in physics, natural sciences or anyone interested in the relationship between science and gender. The course can be taken as part of a physics programme or as a stand-alone course.
Course content:
- Introduction to gender theory and science studies
- Historical perspectives on physics and gender
- Case studies of gender in scientific practice
- Critical analysis of scientific texts and representations
- Reflection on personal and societal dimensions of physics.
[How to apply
->](https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/physics-and-gender-MNXB03/how-to-apply)
## Teaching and learning
Teaching is conducted through lectures, seminars and group discussions. You will engage with academic texts, participate in critical debates and complete written assignments. The course emphasises active learning and encourages students to reflect on their own experiences and assumptions.
Assessment is based on participation, written reflections and a final essay.
All teaching is in English.
[Course structure
->](https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/physics-and-gender-MNXB03/course-structure)
- Dates
- Requirements and selection
- Tuition fees
## Dates
### Applications for this course are currently closed.
You can find information about future application opportunities here.
## Requirements and selection
### Prerequisites
Admission to the course requires at least 90 credits in physics, physics didactics, mathematics or an equivalent discipline for example the three first semesters on an undergraduate education in physics, or an equivalent discipline and English 6/B.
### Selection criteria
Seats are allocated according to: The general average (GPA) of your higher secondary school leaving certificate: 20 %, The Swedish national university aptitude test: 10 %, number of previous ECTS at application deadline (up to 165): 70 %.
## Tuition fees
### Tuition fees for non-EU/EEA citizens
Citizens of countries outside:
- The European Union (EU)
- The European Economic Area (EEA) and
- Switzerland
are required to pay tuition fees. You pay an instalment of the tuition fee in advance of each \
semester.
[Tuition fees, payments and exemptions](https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/international-admissions/bachelors-masters-studies/applying-for-studies/tuition-fees)
Full programme/course tuition fee: SEK 21,250 \
First payment: SEK 21,250
[Convert currency – xe.com](https://www.xe.com/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=21250&From=SEK&To=EUR)
Note that you may also need to pay an application fee, or provide proof of exemption.
[Application fee](https://www.universityadmissions.se/en/fees-scholarships-residence-permit/pay-your-application-fee)
### No tuition fees for citizens of the EU, EEA and Switzerland
There are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.
## Overview
Physics and Gender is an interdisciplinary course that examines how gender norms and identities shape the field of physics. You will analyse historical and contemporary examples to understand how scientific knowledge is influenced by social, cultural and political contexts. The course introduces key concepts from gender studies and science studies, and encourages critical reflection on the role of physics in society.
This course provides valuable insights for students pursuing careers in science. It fosters critical thinking and interdisciplinary understanding, which are useful in both academic and professional contexts. The course also prepares students for further studies in gender studies, science studies or related fields.
The course is suitable for students in physics, natural sciences or anyone interested in the relationship between science and gender. The course can be taken as part of a physics programme or as a stand-alone course.
Course content:
- Introduction to gender theory and science studies
- Historical perspectives on physics and gender
- Case studies of gender in scientific practice
- Critical analysis of scientific texts and representations
- Reflection on personal and societal dimensions of physics.
[How to apply
->](https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/physics-and-gender-MNXB03/how-to-apply)
## Teaching and learning
Teaching is conducted through lectures, seminars and group discussions. You will engage with academic texts, participate in critical debates and complete written assignments. The course emphasises active learning and encourages students to reflect on their own experiences and assumptions.
Assessment is based on participation, written reflections and a final essay.
All teaching is in English.
[Course structure
->](https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/physics-and-gender-MNXB03/course-structure)
## Dates
### Applications for this course are currently closed.
You can find information about future application opportunities here.
## Requirements and selection
### Prerequisites
Admission to the course requires at least 90 credits in physics, physics didactics, mathematics or an equivalent discipline for example the three first semesters on an undergraduate education in physics, or an equivalent discipline and English 6/B.
### Selection criteria
Seats are allocated according to: The general average (GPA) of your higher secondary school leaving certificate: 20 %, The Swedish national university aptitude test: 10 %, number of previous ECTS at application deadline (up to 165): 70 %.
## Tuition fees
### Tuition fees for non-EU/EEA citizens
Citizens of countries outside:
- The European Union (EU)
- The European Economic Area (EEA) and
- Switzerland
are required to pay tuition fees. You pay an instalment of the tuition fee in advance of each \
semester.
[Tuition fees, payments and exemptions](https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/international-admissions/bachelors-masters-studies/applying-for-studies/tuition-fees)
Full programme/course tuition fee: SEK 21,250 \
First payment: SEK 21,250
[Convert currency – xe.com](https://www.xe.com/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=21250&From=SEK&To=EUR)
Note that you may also need to pay an application fee, or provide proof of exemption.
[Application fee](https://www.universityadmissions.se/en/fees-scholarships-residence-permit/pay-your-application-fee)
### No tuition fees for citizens of the EU, EEA and Switzerland
There are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.
## Contact us
### Professor
Tomas Brage
Email:
[tomas.brage@fysik.lu.se](mailto:tomas.brage@fysik.lu.se)
### Study counsellor
Johanna Nilsson Onsberg
Email:
[studievagledning@fysik.lu.se](mailto:studievagledning@fysik.lu.se)