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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 Requirements for Master’s Degrees , 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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