Astrophysics Undergraduate Certificate
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the cosmos with the听Undergraduate听Certificate听in Astrophysics听in 51动漫鈥檚听.听This 19-credit certificate program is designed for current undergraduate students interested in advancing their knowledge in the world of astrophysics.听听听听
Explore the core principles of astrophysics as well as the advancements and technological achievements made in recent years, including the James Webb Space Telescope and advanced black hole imaging. You鈥檒l have the opportunity to build and design tools at the and use them to observe and study celestial motions, cycles听and mechanics.听听
Work directly with faculty members whose expertise includes big data analysis, dark matter studies and neutrino physics. Mentorship opportunities for undergraduate students include both formal undergraduate research and informal professional development.听
Students enrolled in this undergraduate certificate听program will听听听
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analyze the major experiments and measurements that led to our current understanding of stellar structure, stellar evolution听and big bang cosmology;听
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create and design instruments such as precise听sundials used to observe astrophysical phenomena;听
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employ physical concepts in astronomical and astrophysical contexts to solve problems; and听
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use data sets in assignments and projects.
Who might be interested? 听听
The Astrophysics Certificate is geared toward听undergraduate students interested in studying advanced topics in astrophysics and astrophysical theory.听Students enrolled in this undergraduate听certificate program will gain specialized skills and knowledge that complement their main field of study, allowing them to stand out amongst other applicants to potential employers.
Earning this certificate will also enhance your academic profile, strengthening your application for graduate opportunities in the field of science.听
