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What classes are required for astronomy?
TYPICAL MAJOR COURSES
- Astrophysics.
- Calculus.
- Computer science.
- Cosmology.
- Electricity and magnetism.
- Physics.
- Planetary geology.
- Star structure and evolution.
What education do you need to be an astrophysicist?
You need at least a master’s degree to become an astrophysicist, though many employers require a doctoral degree. Students can expect to take courses in engineering, physics, astronomy and other science courses. Students need to first complete a bachelor’s degree with a major in astrophysics or a similar field.
How hard is astronomy in college?
Astronomy 101 is usually hard because it requires a general understanding of physics and math, which liberal arts students in particular don’t always have. Introductory astronomy also brings up concepts and terminology that most students (regardless of background) have never encountered before.
How do I become an astronomer in South Africa?
Typical degree Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Physics, Mathematics or Engineering, or a specific undergraduate astronomy degree such as offered at the University of Cape Town or UNISA. Other recommended subjects at university: Pure and Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, Electronics and Chemistry.
Does astronomy require chemistry?
As it is about the physics of the whole universe and how everything in it works, astronomers need to have a good knowledge of physics and maths, and chemistry is pretty helpful too.
Which university can I study astronomy in South Africa?
Where to study astronomy
- The National Astronomy and Space Science Programme. (run by a consortium of institutions)
- University of Cape Town.
- University of the Free State.
- University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban.
- University of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg.
- North-West University.
- Rhodes University.
- University of South Africa.
Can I study astronomy at UCT?
It should be noted that UCT is the only South African university that offers a full taught astrophysics programme at the undergraduate level. At the postgraduate level the Astronomy Department offers a Masters of Science in Astronomy and PhD programme (both by dissertation).