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Astrophysics Minor

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Offered by Physics .

The Astrophysics Minor is offered to students who are preparing for a career in astronomy or astrophysics or to those who are interested in an in-depth survey of modern astrophysics. The minor is open to students with a major in any discipline. Students pursuing the Astrophysics Minor are assigned an astrophysics advisor in Physics .

Minor Requirements

  • Minimum 23 credits
  • Minimum grade of ‘C’ in courses applied to the minor

Course Requirements

Core Courses (14 credits)

Complete the following:

Electives (9 credits)

Complete 9 credits from the following:

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