University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 1

Availability restrictions: Normally only taken in the final year of an MPhys or MSci programme involving the School

This module presents an introductory account of the ideas of quantum field theory and of simple applications thereof, including quantization of classical field theories, second quantization of bosons and fermions, solving simple models using second quantization, path integral approach to quantum mechanics and its relation to classical action principles, field integrals for bosons and fermions, the relationship between path integral methods and second quantization, solving many-body quantum problems with mean-field theory, and applications of field theoretic methods to models of magnetism.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass PH3012 and pass PH3061 and pass PH3062 and pass 1 module from {PH4038, MT4507} and pass 1 module from {PH4028, MT3503}

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 3 lectures or tutorials

Scheduled learning hours: 30

Guided independent study hours: 120

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 85%, Coursework = 15%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 85%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 15%

Re-assessment: Oral Re-assessment, capped at grade 7

Personnel

Module coordinator: Professor J M J Keeling

Additional information from school

To be confirmed