Master's Program in Atmospheric Sciences, Oceanography and Climate Physics
In this master’s program the atmosphere and the ocean are described using the laws of physics.
The vertical structure of the atmosphere is determined by the equations for radiation transport of incoming solar radiation and outgoing heat radiation, combined with thermodynamics and the conditions for static stability. The laws of dynamics govern both the smallest turbulent vortices, the low-pressure systems that govern the daily weather, and the large-scale ocean currents. Heat, water and various chemical substances are redistributed between the atmosphere, ocean and land surface under the influence of the circulation. All this is included in the numerical models that are used to simulate the climate system, and to do weather forecasts. Statistical methods are also used to describe the climate, its natural variability and the change caused by humans.
There are two study courses available: one with a general focus and one with a focus on weather forecasting. A more detailed programme overview is available on the respective study course page.
Information for admitted students autumn 2024
Congratulations! You have been admitted at Stockholm University and we hope that you will enjoy your studies with us.
In order to ensure that your studies begin as smoothly as possible we have compiled a short checklist for the beginning of the semester.
Follow the instructions on whether you have to reply to your offer or not.
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Checklist for admitted students
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Activate your university account
The first step in being able to register and gain access to all the university's IT services.
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Register at your department
Registration can be done in different ways. Read the instructions from your department below.
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Read all the information on this page
Here you will find what you need to know before your course or programme starts.
IMPORTANT
Your seat may be withdrawn if you do not register according to the instructions provided by your department.
Information from the department - programmes
Welcome to your studies at the Department of Meteorology, Stockholm university.
All accepted students receive a welcome letter via email with important information for their studies. If you are accepted to our Bachelor degree programme, then you will study mathematics and physics during the first two years at the Department of Physics.
Roll Call
At MISU, the programme starts with a mandatory roll call. You will get more detailed information about the roll call via email. If you plan to start the education but for some reason cannot participate at the roll call, please contact our study counselor. Otherwise you risk losing your spot in the course. Contact information for the study counselor is listed at the bottom of this page.
Choice of courses within the programme
You will automatically be accepted to the initial courses within the programme if you have been accepted to a programme at MISU. You will also get information about this via email. If you have selectable courses during the autumn semester within your programme then you need to choose those courses at the start of the semester. Information about this will be provided at the roll call.
Registration
You can register for the initial courses of the programme through your University account if you are accepted to a programme at MISU.
You can register online in Ladok, by logging in with the "eduID" or "Universityadmissions.se" options. Please note that you cannot log in with the option "Access through your institution".
If you have problems registering, please contact our study counselor. Contact information is listed at the bottom of this page.
Conditionally accepted
If you have been accepted with conditions then you must contact the study counselor before you can start the education. Please do this as soon as possible and well ahead of the start of the first course of the program. Contact information is listed at the bottom of this page.
On a waiting list
Have you received information that you are on a waiting list for a programme? You will always be contacted by us via email if you are accepted. Generally, we do not accept anyone from the waiting list after 1 week into the semester.
Find your way to MISU
MISU has its own lecture rooms and all of them are in the same corridor as the rest of the department. You will get your own entry card for access to the department. MISU is located on 6th floor, building C in the Arrhenius Laboratories.
Classes during the coming semester
You can find more detailed information about each individual course via the teaching platform Athena. You will get access to each respective course page as soon as you activate your University account and have been registered for the course. If you have any questions, please contact the study counselor (contact information below).
Contact
Study counselor
Phone: 08-162418
Email: studievagledare@misu.su.se
Welcome activities
Stockholm University organises a series of welcome activities that stretch over a few weeks at the beginning of each semester. The programme is voluntary (attendance is optional) and includes Arrival Service at the airport and an Orientation Day, see more details about these events below.
Your department may also organise activities for welcoming international students. More information will be provided by your specific department.
Find your way on campus
Stockholm University's main campus is in the Frescati area, north of the city centre. While most of our departments and offices are located here, there are also campus areas in other parts of the city.
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For new international students
The vertical structure of the atmosphere is determined by the equations for radiation transport of incoming solar radiation and outgoing heat radiation, combined with thermodynamics and the conditions for static stability. The laws of dynamics govern both the smallest turbulent vortices, the low-pressure systems that govern the daily weather, and the large-scale ocean currents. Heat, water and various chemical substances are redistributed between the atmosphere, ocean and land surface under the influence of the circulation. All this is included in the numerical models that are used to simulate the climate system, and to do weather forecasts. Statistical methods are also used to describe the climate, its natural variability and the change caused by humans.
There are two study courses available: one with a general focus and one with a focus on weather forecasting. A more detailed programme overview is available on the respective study course page.
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How to apply
Follow the link below to a step-by-step guide on how to apply.
Note: Course MO9001 is an exception. For this course, you apply via the study advisor. -
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