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Bachelor of Arts in Astronomy

Subject Ranking

# 251-300QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

48 monthsProgram duration

Main Subject Area

Physics and AstronomyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Physics and Astronomy

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The curriculum emphasizes a broad and substantial education in astronomy, physics and mathematics. A faculty actively engaged in research provides first-rate instruction and opportunities for undergraduate involvement in research. A bachelor’s degree in astronomy can prepare students for graduate study in astronomy (about 50% of our graduates take this path), but those who seek employment in other fields can fill the same jobs as physics and computer science majors. The Bachelor of Arts in astronomy requires 120 credit hours, including 17 hours in astronomy, 29 hours in physics, 14 hours in math, and 6 hours in technical electives.

Program overview

Main Subject

Physics and Astronomy

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The curriculum emphasizes a broad and substantial education in astronomy, physics and mathematics. A faculty actively engaged in research provides first-rate instruction and opportunities for undergraduate involvement in research. A bachelor’s degree in astronomy can prepare students for graduate study in astronomy (about 50% of our graduates take this path), but those who seek employment in other fields can fill the same jobs as physics and computer science majors. The Bachelor of Arts in astronomy requires 120 credit hours, including 17 hours in astronomy, 29 hours in physics, 14 hours in math, and 6 hours in technical electives.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

7+

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