The aim of the course is to give a basic knowledge of solar physics and deeper knowledge in certain areas including a glimpse of current research in the field.

The students shall be able to describe the general structure and the sun and the physical principles behind this. The students should gain knowledge on the different types of activity of the sun, related time scales and connections inbetween. This is shown by the ability to describe and discuss different processes related to the activities.

The students shall be able to describe different ways to observe the sun and consider the differences for various observables

The students shall be aware of the differences between observations and facts deduced from theoretic assumptions and models.

The course consists of classical lectures. In parallel the students will work on a project within the field of Solar physics. Depending on the circumstances, a different realization of the course can be required. Guest teachers from research groups.

Written or oral exam, approved report and presentation of the project. In order to pass the course it is required that all examinations and obligatory tasks are completely satisfactory.
The final grade given for the course reflects the results obtained in the various components of the course. There can be alternativ examination method.