STUDIES

The study of the atmosphere at Charles University has a tradition of more than 200 years. Since the mid-20th century, the teaching and research of atmospheric physics have been part of the physics disciplines of the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics (MFF UK), provided by the Department of Atmospheric Physics (KFA).

Research and study at our department are primarily based on continuum mechanics, hydrodynamics, and thermodynamics of the atmosphere, broadly utilizing knowledge from other physical disciplines and mathematical methods. We focus mainly on applications of atmospheric dynamics, energetics, and circulation, on issues of flow modeling, anthropogenic impacts on the atmosphere, meteorological forecasts using the latest numerical mathematics methods, climate modeling, studying climate changes, and remote sensing methods of the atmosphere. There are also significant interdisciplinary overlaps, for example, with inorganic and organic chemistry. The general context of planetary atmospheres' physics is also applied in the basic approach today.

Among the main research areas where the Department of Atmospheric Physics achieves significant results are climate issues and climate change, atmospheric chemistry and air quality modeling, gravitational waves research, and modeling of turbulent flows on small scales. The department has been and continues to be involved in many international and domestic scientific projects in these areas. As part of these activities, our students participate in research projects and international internships.

Graduate Profile
Graduates have deep knowledge of fundamental physical disciplines and relevant mathematical methods, including knowledge of contemporary information technologies. They are prepared to tackle tasks in both basic and applied research and a wide range of practical activities.

The goal of the study is to acquire a broad range of knowledge and competencies in atmospheric physics, numerical modeling, and statistical analysis. Graduates have the prospect of employment in research institutes and universities, in industrial development centers focused on flow studies, in the business environment related to expert knowledge of statistical modeling methods, in crisis management in connection with extreme meteorological phenomena, or in various economic sectors influenced by atmospheric events, such as energy.

Study Plans
Study plans, recommended course sequences, and conditions for applying for the state examination can be found on the MFF UK website.

Theses
A list of available graduate theses is provided below. We also recommend contacting the department staff directly to arrange the proposal of a new topic.

- The list of bachelor's theses can be found here.
- The list of master's theses can be found here.
- The list of dissertation theses can be found here.