Bachelor degrees in Astronomy: A general program that focuses on the planetary, galactic, and stellar phenomena occurring in outer space. Includes instruction in celestial mechanics, cosmology, stellar physics, galactic evolution, quasars, stellar distribution and motion, interstellar medium, atomic and molecular constituents of astronomical phenomena, planetary science, solar system evolution, and specific methodologies such as optical astronomy, radioastronomy, and theoretical astronomy.
The minimum requirements for a rite degree Astronomy are two Astronomy courses at the 20-level, two at the 30-level, Physics 23 and 24, and Math 11 and 12.
Students intending to apply for admission to graduate school in Astronomy are warned that this is insufficient preparation for their needs. They should consult with the department as early as possible in order to map out an appropriate strategy.
All Astronomy majors must pass a written comprehensive...
The Department of Astronomy provides a range of courses and programs for students planning careers in astronomy, space science, or related fields as well as for those wishing a physical science degree while focusing on this exciting field of science. The department offers three concentrations: astronomy, astronomy and physics, and planetary and space sciences. Students concentrating in any of these areas develop the necessary mathematical skills...
Astronomy is the study of the universe and the various objects in it using the laws of Physics, for example:
Birth, evolution and death of stars - red giants, white dwarfs, neutron stars, black holes
Properties of galaxies - Milky Way Galaxy - quasars
Origin and evolution of the universe - the Big Bang
WHY SHOULD YOU CONSIDER CONCENTRATING IN ASTRONOMY?
-It is a wonderful subject
-If you enjoy Physics & Mathematics, it can be very interesting...
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