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2024-2025, 2nd ed. General Catalog 
    
2024-2025, 2nd ed. General Catalog

Astrophysics Concentration


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Students may earn a BS in physics with a concentration in astrophysics. This program is intended for those students who desire an emphasis on studying the physical processes of astronomical objects in the Universe. It provides a rigorous background in physics with a combination of theoretical and observational studies of planets, stars and galaxies. It is a good choice for students who wish to continue their studies in graduate astronomy programs, or who wish to work in positions at observatories, laboratories and governmental agencies. It is also an appropriate degree for science educators, and science journalists.

See Physics, BS  for the core requirements of the degree, below are requirements unique to the Astrophysics concentration.

Astrophysics Concentration Requirements: 8 Units


Physics Electives: 10 Units


To complete the 72 units required for the major, students must choose the remaining units from other upper division physics or astronomy courses. All Upper division Astronomy courses are allowed as electives for the BS-Physics Astrophysics Concentration. ASTR 396  & PHYS 396  selected topics courses, will only apply if approved by an advisor. Astronomy courses may not double count towards the Physics Major and the Astronomy Minor. PHYS 494  can be taken three times for a maximum of three units.

Units


Total Units In the Major: 72 Units

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