General Relativity (881F3)
General Relativity
Module 881F3
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
This course provides an introduction to the General Theory of Relativity, including the necessary mathematical background and simple physical applications.
Module learning outcomes
Understand and give an account of the physical motivation for and the underlying principles of general relativity.
Understand sufficiently the mathematical machinery underlying general relativity (Tensor algebra) to undertake the solution of simple quantitative problems.
Qualitatively describe aspects of the application of general relativity to astrophysical and cosmological settings (stars, black holes and Friedmann universes)
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Problem Set | T1 Week 11 | 34.00% |
| Problem Set | T1 Week 5 | 33.00% |
| Problem Set | T1 Week 8 | 33.00% |
| Open Examination | Semester 1 Assessment | 70.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 22222222222 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Prof Matthias Keller
Convenor
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Prof Antony Lewis
Convenor, Assess convenor
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