Title of the course: Introduction to the Character Theory of Finite Groups and applications
Instructor: Prof. Lucia Sanus
Institution: Universitat de València
Dates: 1-7 September 2025
Prerequisites: A basic knowledge of group theory, as well as fundamentals of algebra and modules. (Chapter 1 of I. M. Isaacs, Character Theory of Finite Groups, AMS Chelsea Pub (2006).)
Level: Graduate, advanced undergraduate
Abstract: This course provides an accessible yet comprehensive introduction to the fundamental concepts and tools in character theory, a key area in the representation theory of finite groups. We will also explore several applications, including Burnside’s theorem.
Language: English