Fall 2025 - PHYS 891 G200
Cosmology (3)
Class Number: 6033
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Sep 3 – Dec 2, 2025: Wed, Fri, 4:30–6:50 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Levon Pogosian
levon@sfu.ca
1 778 782-7598
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Topics in Cosmology actively investigated today. The course includes a review of the current cosmological model and observations that support it. Theoretical issues associated with the remaining unsolved problems in Cosmology are discussed, as well as the type of observations that can test the existing ideas. The course assumes a basic knowledge of General Relativity.
COURSE DETAILS:
Topics in Cosmology actively investigated today. The course includes a detailed introduction into the current cosmological model and observations that support it. Theoretical issues associated with the remaining unsolved problems in Cosmology are discussed, as well as the type of observations that can test the existing ideas. Assumes familiarity with the basics of General Relativity.
Grading
- Homework 60%
- Individual project, paper and presentation 40%
Materials
REQUIRED READING:
Modern Cosmology, by Scott Dodelson and Fabian Schmidt: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Modern-Cosmology-Scott-Dodelson/dp/0128159480
RECOMMENDED READING:
A Course in Cosmology: From Theory to Practice, by Dragan Huterer: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Course-Cosmology-Theory-Practice/dp/1316513599/ref=sr_1_1?crid=28H6DBMYAKHCU&keywords=dragan+huterer&qid=1688498664&s=books&sprefix=dragan+huterer%2Cstripbooks%2C66&sr=1-1
REQUIRED READING NOTES:
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Graduate Studies Notes:
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Registrar Notes:
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