Introduction: Surface science: history and perspectives 1. Surfaces and basics from surfaces science, thermo-dynamics of interfaces and kinetics 2. Intermolecular forces and solvation 3. Simulation methods: Monte Carlo, molecular dynamics and multiscale simulations 4. Experimental methods to investigate self-assembly at interfaces 5. Adsorption and adhesion 6. Using covalent chemistry: grafting on surfaces 7. Supramolecular and biomimetic chemistry at interfaces 8. Applications of organized films at solid-liquid and liquid-gas interfaces 9. Industrial applications of self-assembly at interfaces 10. Conclusions and perspectives Solutions to the exercises Appendices and physical constants sakriti opis