Astrophysics B.S.
A Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Astrophysics requires the completion of the Elon Core Curriculum as well as the Major Requirements listed below.
Students earning a B.S. in Astrophysics cannot also earn a B.S. in Physics, an A.B. in Astronomy, an A.B. in Physics, or minor in Physics.
Major Requirements
Physics and Astronomy Course Requirements : 40 sh
These courses in Physics and Astronomy are all required for the major.
Mathematics Course Requirements: 16 sh
These courses in Mathematics are all required for the major.
Computer Science Course Requirements: 4 sh
This course in Computer Science is required for the major.
Physics Research or Internship: 1 sh
Students must complete at least 1 sh of PHY 4999 research or 1 sh of a PHY 4985 internship.
Physics and Astronomy Electives : 4 sh
Students must complete an additional four (4) semester hours from PHY courses at the 3000 level or higher.
Senior Assessment
During their final year, all students must complete an assessment offered by the department.
| PHY 0070 | SENIOR COMPREHENSIVE EVALUATION | 0 |
Program Outcomes
Students will have an understanding of mechanics, electrodynamics, and modern physics relevant to astrophysics.
Students will be able to read, summarize, synthesize, design, and conduct research with the assistance of a faculty member.
Students will be able to use the mathematical and computational tools necessary for astrophysical simulations, data analysis, and graduate astrophysics research.
Students will be able to compare and contrast planetary objects in our solar system, stars in our Milky Way, and galaxies in our universe.
Students will be able to effectively communicate scientific ideas using written, oral, and visual methods.
Total Credit Hours: 65