Berkeley A Survival Guide for Astronomy and Astrophysics Undergraduates. Giving you the inside scoop so you don't have to reinvent the wheel. The last two years, leading to the A.B. degree in astrophysics, are spent in more intensive work, primarily in the fields of astronomy, physics, and mathematics. The big astro-specific academic hurdle is the 120 lab series . See the course catalog for specific requirements.
Many students pursue a double major in astrophysics and physics.
Even though the double major is known to be extremely difficult, students will often tell you that the amount of work they put in is well worth it. Having a degree in both physics and astrophysics allows for more flexibility and is impressive when applying for graduate schools. Socially, the Campbell community is alive and strong. It can be a tightly knit and cozy group as it is smaller in size than the physics department. Only one is required for astro majors but many choose to take more.