The program prepares students for careers in professional astronomy, computational astrophysics, secondary education in the physical sciences, ROTC programs in the Air Force or Navy, data analysis, or laboratory science. Degree Requirements Students must complete at least 120 credits to graduate, including at least 19 credits in the major. The astrophysics degree has several different tracks, depending on the area of specialization a student wishes to pursue. Each track has the same core math, physics, and astrophysics requirements. In addition to these core courses, each track requires 16 credits specific to the area of specialization.
Thesis is required for the degree.
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