2013-2014 University Catalog
Astronomy, BS
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Banner Code: SC-BS-ASTR
The BS in astronomy prepares students for graduate school, a career in research or teaching positions, or employment in industry, business, or education fields where analytical skills and a scientific background are advantageous. Students who are considering a double major should talk to the undergraduate coordinator. Note that at least 18 credits used to fulfill an astronomy BS cannot be used to fulfill another major or minor. Some course substitutions are allowed for double majors, subject to approval from the department.
Students must fulfill all requirements for bachelor’s degrees including university general education requirements . In addition, students must complete a total of 52 credits in physics and astronomy and 14 credits in mathematics with a minimum GPA of 2.00. Through the course work below, astronomy majors satisfy the university-wide requirements in natural science and quantitative reasoning. Also, by taking ASTR 402, astronomy majors satisfy the university’s writing-intensive requirement.
This program of study is offered by the School of Physics, Astronomy, and Computational Sciences in the College of Science. |
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