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.