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Astronomy, M.S.


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In addition to meeting the requirements for classified graduate standing and the basic requirements for the master’s degree as described in Part Four of this bulletin, the student must also meet the following departmental requirements in a 30-unit program:

Complete at Least 15 Additional Units


Complete at least 15 additional units of 500-, 600-, 700-level in astronomy graduate level courses or approved 500-level courses in astronomy or related fields as approved by departmental graduate adviser; not to exceed 12 units of 500-level courses if pursuing Plan B.

Plan A


The Plan A option requires the consent of the astronomy graduate adviser.

Plan B


Pass a final comprehensive examination covering the astronomy core curriculum and complete three additional units of graduate level or approved 500-level courses in astronomy or related fields with approval of department graduate adviser.

Computing Language


Facility with a scientific computing language is required.

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