Algebraic Methods of Mathematical Physics (MATH7133)
Information valid for Semester 2, 2025
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty
School
Mathematics & Physics School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Attendance mode
In Person
Class hours
3 Lecture hours
1 Tutorial hour
Incompatible
MATH3103
Prerequisite
Permission of Head of School
Assessment methods
Assigments; examinations
Course enquiries
Professor Jorgen Rasmussen (Semester 2, Regular, St Lucia, In person)
Dr Jorgen Rasmussen
Current course offerings
Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2025 (28/07/2025 - 22/11/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Profile unavailable |
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Course description
(offered in semester 2 in odd years only) Algebraic structures & their representations of importance to current mathematical physics research: Lie algebras & superalgebras; quantum groups & algebras; Hopf & quasi-Hopf algebras; affine & Kac-Moody algebras. Illustrative applications to knot theory & physics.