Mathematical Statistical Mechanics: Foundations, Applications and Simulations
Utrecht University
Faculty of Science (UU)
Faculty of Science (UU)
Course code: H1
Advanced bachelor level
Advanced bachelor level
The Department of Mathematics of Utrecht University has an excellent international reputation. At a high level of quality, it covers a broad range of mathematical subjects both in research and in graduate teaching. In the philosophy of the Department, mathematics is one unified field of science with many different facets.
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This summer school is held under the auspices of the Graduate School of Natural Sciences.
COURSE DIRECTOR
Ittay Weiss
COURSE LEADER
Gerard Barkema, Karma Dajani, Roberto Fernandez
LOCATION
- Utrecht, The Netherlands
TARGET GROUP
Basic mathematical background (at the level of third year science students), preferably including a basic course in probability. Previous knowledge of statistical mechanics is not assumed. Proficiency in English is required. (Maximum number of participants: 25.)
COURSE AIM
The school’s aim is to introduce the student to basic mathematical and computational issues raised by the rigorous theory of equilibrium statistical mechanics. Three courses are proposed, designed to provide a balanced view of the conceptual, applied and computational aspects of the field. At the same time, the courses constitute an introduction to very active areas of research at Utrecht University.
PERIOD
16-08-2010 - 27-08-2010 (2 weeks)
CREDITS
3.0 ECTS credits + Certificate of Attendance
FEE
• € 855 - Course + course materials + housing + deposit
Applications (to be sent to the contact person below) should include:
- Letter of motivation,
- Curriculum vitae,
- Two letters of recommendation,
- Recent set of transcripts (marks/grades) (PDF or original transcript) in English, German, French (or in Dutch for Dutch students).
Additional information about the application procedure can be found here
To find information about the fees for Dutch students follow the link Additional information about the application procedure can be found here info for Dutch students.
SCHOLARSHIPS
A limited number of scholarships in the form of (partial) fee waivers and/or accommodation intended for talented students from developing countries is available. Talented students from other countries can also apply. There are no travel grants. If you seek financial support you should state your request (on a separate sheet) by describing the reasons for applying to this summer school and how your participation will assist you in future studies and your career. You should motivate your financial situation and other means you have available for financing your participation to this summer school. The applications for scholarships will undergo a selection procedure. Students accepted for one of the following Master’s program of the Graduate School of Natural Sciences are exempted from paying the Summer School fee: physics, theoretical physics, computer science, stochastics, and mathematics.
MORE INFORMATION
mrs. Helga Hoiting
Department of Mathematics
Budapestlaan 6
3584 CD Utrecht, De Uithof
T: +31 (0)30 253 1519
F: +31 (0)30 251 8394
E: h.b.hoiting@uu.nl
Department of Mathematics
Budapestlaan 6
3584 CD Utrecht, De Uithof
T: +31 (0)30 253 1519
F: +31 (0)30 251 8394
E: h.b.hoiting@uu.nl
REGISTRATION
Deadline for registration: 01-05-2010
Course fully booked
