• Study level

    BAC +5

  • ECTS

    3 credits

  • Component

    Faculty of Science

Description

Astrophysics research is based on a variety of approaches (observations, theory, modeling, simulation), all of which have advanced numerical tools in common.

In order to prepare M2 Astrophysics students for a research activity, this module offers them the opportunity to carry out individual digital work on a project proposed by a tutor, involving the use and/or development of professional-level code to answer a specific astrophysical question.

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Objectives

1) Learn to use digital tools to support research

2) Become familiar with professional-level codes and learn how to use them to solve a specific astrophysical problem.

3) Be able to understand and interpret numerical results using relevant visualizations

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Necessary prerequisites

Recommended prerequisites :

Modeling and Simulation in Physics

Programming in compiled languages

 

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Knowledge control

Assessment takes the form of a 20-minute oral presentation of the work and the results obtained in front of the UE supervisor, the Master's supervisors and the tutor.

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Syllabus

1) Module presentation - Tips for oral presentations - Introductory practical work in Fortran

2) Weekly meetings with tutor to monitor work through to assessment.

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