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Advanced Field Theory
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:41:52
Abstract
This course will introduce students to concepts and methods in field theorywhich are used to study topics both in high energy physics and quantum condensed matter theory.
Objective
The course aims to illustrate the deep similarities in the field theory methodologies used in both fields. The students will learn techniques commonly used to study interacting quantum systems and see corresponding applications both in high energy and condensed matter physics. The course will show how continuum field theories can be used to describe a wide variety of collective phenomena in condensed matter systems, like magnetism and spin-charge separation in one dimensional electronic systems. The same field theory techniques are used in high energy physics to treat light bound states in quantum chromodynamics (pions), to describe non-perturbative contributions to the vacuum state of quantum chromodynamics, or quantum tunneling effects that might have catalyzed baryogenesis in the early universe.
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General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 30 minutes
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture |
Advanced Field Theory
**together with University of Zurich**
|
|
2 h weekly |
| exercise |
Advanced Field Theory
**together with University of Zurich**
|
|
1 h weekly |