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Mae’r Athro Cyswllt Gianmassimo Tasinato yn aelod o’r Adran Ffiseg ym Mhrifysgol Abertawe.
Mae’r Athro Cyswllt Gianmassimo Tasinato yn aelod o’r Adran Ffiseg ym Mhrifysgol Abertawe.
This module provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of general relativity and cosmology. It begins with a concise review of special relativity before moving on to the core concepts of general relativity, including the equivalence principle, the geometry of curved spacetime, and how distances are measured in such geometries. Students will learn how Einstein¿s field equations are formulated and how they describe a range of physical phenomena, from black holes to the dynamics of expanding spacetimes. The cosmology portion of the course focuses on the large-scale structure and evolution of the universe, covering the Friedmann equations, the dynamics of cosmic expansion, and the standard cosmological model.
This module explores frontier topics in gravitational physics and cosmology, including black holes, Hawking radiation, gravitational waves, the dark sector (dark matter and dark energy), cosmic inflation, and approaches to quantum gravity. Students will engage with both theoretical frameworks and observational evidence, examining how black holes provide a unique window into quantum gravity. The module emphasises conceptual understanding, mathematical formulation, and critical engagement with contemporary research, while maintaining flexibility so lecturers can adjust emphasis across themes.