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The major in astronomy, administered by the Department of Astronomy,
is based upon both a broad and an in-depth exploration into astronomy
and allied disciplines, and is an excellent way to gain a general
science education. It may be chosen by students who wish to have an
astronomy research career or an astronomy background for use in related
fields, such as working in national laboratories, observatories, planetariums,
NASA, aerospace industry, many computer-related fields, journalism,
or science writing to name a few. Astronomy courses can also be customized
to satisfy a secondary field for the undergraduate curriculum in General
Engineering.
Astronomy students are also encouraged to minor in a second field
such as chemistry, computer science, geology, or mathematics. Specific
programs of study in other areas such as biology, economics, English,
history, or journalism for individual students can be designed and
periodically updated through mutual discussions between the students
and their academic advisers. All students, especially those interested
in pursuing astronomy research as a career, should take part in
independent study or research projects with faculty members as part
of the astronomy major curriculum.
Major in Sciences and LettersCurriculum
E-mail: astronomy@uiuc.edu
Degree title: Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts and Sciences
Minimum required major and supporting course work normally equates
to 44-48 hours.
General education: The LAS General Education requirements are
set up so students automatically complete the Campus General Education
requirements.
Minimum hours required for graduation: 120 hours
Departmental distinction. A student majoring in astronomy may
earn distinction by attaining a minimum grade point average of 3.5
in 300- and 400-level astronomy, math, and physics courses. Students
desiring distinction should consult with an astronomy adviser before
the senior year.
| Hours |
Requirements |
| 3-6 |
Select one
group of courses: |
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ASTR 100–Perspectives in Astronomy |
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or |
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ASTR 121–The Solar System, and |
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ASTR 122–Stars and Galaxies |
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or |
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ASTR 210–General Astronomy (strongly preferred) |
| 1 |
ASTR 401–Scientific
Writing for Astro |
| 10-11 |
MATH 220–Calculus I, and |
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MATH 230–Calculus II, and |
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MATH 242–Calculus of Several Variables, or equivalent
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| 12 |
PHYS 211–Univ
Physics, Mechanics |
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PHYS 212–
Univ Physics, Elec & Mag |
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PHYS 213–
Univ Physics, Thermal Physics |
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PHYS 214–Univ
Physics, Quantum Phys |
| 18 |
Minimum of
18 hours of 300- and 400-level astronomy and physics courses
(excluding PHYS 419), of which at least 10 hours must be astronomy
courses (excluding ASTR 401) |
Recommended courses for students intending to pursue graduate study
in Astronomy: MATH 225 or 415, 380, 385; PHYS 325, 326, 401, 427,
435, 436, 479, 486, 487.
Twelve hours of 300- and 400-level Astronomy/Physics courses must
be taken on this campus.
All foreign language requirements must be satisfied.
Minor in Astronomy
The minor in astronomy is designed to broaden the student's knowledge
of science and our place in the universe. The minor in Astronomy will
benefit especially those students who are eager to learn astronomy
but who do not anticipate it to be their career. The Astronomy minor
is also suitable for students who intend to pursue careers in areas
that may benefit from a good knowledge of astronomy such as aerospace
industry, science writing, scientific journalism, or science teaching
in schools.
E-mail: astronomy@uiuc.edu
Web address for department: http://www.astro.uiuc.edu/
| Hours |
Requirements |
| 12 |
Select from
the following: |
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ASTR
100–Perspectives in Astronomy * |
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ASTR
121–The Solar System * |
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ASTR
122–Stars and Galaxies * |
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ASTR
210–General Astronomy * |
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ASTR
404–Stellar Astrophysics |
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ASTR
405–Solar Sys and IS Medium |
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ASTR
406-Galaxies and the Universe |
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ASTR
414–Astronomical Techniques |
| 6 |
Additional
Astronomy courses at any level (four of the six hours must be
from courses other than ASTR 199 and ASTR 390) |
| 18 |
Total |
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