Cool Images:  
  pics  

Course Requirements for a Major in Astrophysics

Tufts University offers a degree in Astrophysics. Students considering a career in astronomy or astrophysics, however, are urged to inverstigate the possibility of a joint major with physics or mathematics as well.

Undergraduate Concentration Requirements for Astrophysics

Four courses in Astronomy more advanced than Astronomy 10.
  • Selected from:
  • Astronomy 21: Galaxies and the Universe
  • Astronomy 22: Stellar Astrophysics
  • Astronomy 101: Radio Astronomy
  • Astronomy 102: Elements of Mathematical Astronomy
  • Astronomy 111/112: New Frontiers in Astrophysics
  • Astronomy 191/192: Special Studies
  • Astronomy 193/194: Topics in Astronomy and Astrophysics

Four courses in Physics more advanced than Physics 2/12.

One of the physics courses must inlcude Physics 64 or equivalent laboratory experience.

NOTE: One physics and one mathematics course may be replaced by approved courses in Related fields.

Research is STRONGLY recommended.

 
More Information on Undergraduate Admissions
right curve
   
   
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Courses | Undergrad Program | Graduate Program | Faculty | Research | Links