This minor expands upon a student's understanding of both astronomy beyond the introductory level and of fundamental principles, and further develops analytical skills.
Policies
Eight credits of coursework must be unique to the minor and students must complete all coursework with a minimum GPA of 2.00. For policies governing all minors, see AP.5.3.4 Minors.
Minor Requirements
Total credits: 16
Students should refer to the Admissions & Policies tab for specific policies related to this program.
The minor requires completion of all coursework with a minimum GPA of 2.00.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select 16 credits of astronomy courses as follows: | 16 | |
| Select one or more courses from the following: | ||
| Astronomy (Mason Core) | ||
| The Solar System (Mason Core) | ||
| Stars, Galaxies, and the Universe (Mason Core) | ||
| Introduction to Astrophysics | ||
| Select one or more courses from the following: | ||
| The Solar System Lab (Mason Core) | ||
| Stars, Galaxies, and the Universe Lab (Mason Core) | ||
| Finding New Worlds (Mason Core) | ||
| Introduction to Observational Astronomy | ||
| Select two or more courses from the following: | ||
| Astrobiology | ||
| Foundations of Cosmological Thought (Mason Core) | ||
| Black Holes (Mason Core) | ||
| Stars | ||
| Computer Simulation in Astronomy | ||
| RS: Methods of Observational Astronomy (Mason Core) | ||
| Planetary Science | ||
| Galaxies and Cosmology | ||
| Exoplanets | ||
| The Interstellar Medium | ||
| Total Credits | 16 | |