Theory of Black Holes
Prerequisites
To enroll in this course, students must have previously completed undergraduate courses in Quantum Field Theory and General Relativity. These prerequisites ensure a solid foundation for understanding the material covered in these lectures.
Programme
The singularity theorem
No-hair theorems
Black hole perturbation theory: quasi-normal modes
Rotating black holes: superradiance
Black hole evaporation
Black hole thermodynamics
The entropy of Hawking radiation
Educational aims
Upon completion of the course, students will acquire a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental properties of black holes, encompassing both classical and quantum aspects. They will acquire in-depth knowledge of the latest advancements and open problems in this field, preparing them to undertake research projects focused on the theory of black holes.