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Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Courses
Major
Astronomy & Astrophysics
Discipline
Science
Minor
Celestial Studies
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
This program provides a comprehensive understanding of astronomy, encompassing the laws of physics and mathematics to explore the universe. Graduates can pursue careers as astronomers, astrophysicists, or in related fields such as navigation, space flight, and satellite communications. They may work in academia, observatories, government agencies, or the aerospace industry.
Program Outline
Careers:
- Astronomers are sometimes called astrophysicists.
- They use the laws of physics and mathematics to learn about the nature of matter and energy throughout the universe, which includes the sun, moon, planets, stars, and galaxies.
- In addition, astronomers apply their knowledge to solve problems in navigation, space flight, and satellite communications.
- They also develop the instruments and techniques needed to observe and collect astronomical data.
- Many astronomers work in colleges and universities where they do research and teach astronomy.
- Some work in observatories, planetariums, and museums where they help to explain what is known about the universe to the public.
- Others are employed by government agencies, such as the U.S.
- A few work for companies in the aerospace industry.
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