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Advanced Topics of Theoretical Cosmology (University of Zurich)
Lecturers & Examiners:
Prof. Dr. Jaiyul Yoo
No enrolment to this course at ETH Zurich. Book the corresponding module directly at UZH as an incoming student.
UZH Module Code: AST802
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:47:54
Abstract
This course is an extension of the core course "Theoretical Astrophysics and Cosmology".
Content
The topics in the course are as follows - spherical collapse model, Press-Schechter formalism, applications (2 days) - weak gravitational lensing (1 day) - galaxy bias (2 days) - nonlinear relativistic dynamics: ADM formalism (2 days) - inflationary models, effective field theory (2 days) - modification of gravity (1 day)
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Registration modalities, date and venue of this performance assessment are specified solely by the UZH.
Course Components
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Advanced Topics of Theoretical Cosmology (University of Zurich)
**Course at University of Zurich**
Lectures for two weeks, 30.08 (Mon) until 10.09 (Fri), 10-12 o'clock.
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No time listed | 20 h semesterly |
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