Apr 26, 2026  
2026-2027 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2026-2027 Undergraduate Bulletin

Astrophysics Concentration


College of Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics Department of Physics, Engineering, & Astronomy Location: Sundquist Science Complex, B332 Phone: (931) 221-6116 Website:  www.apsu.edu/astronomy The Astrophysics Concentration of the Physics B.S. is designed for students who wish to pursue careers or graduate study in Astronomy or Astrophysics.  It shares the Physics B.S. major core of courses that teach you to different “methods” for solving complex problems (experimental, theoretical, and computational) along with a set of physics content courses (mechanics, electricity & magnetism, and quantum mechanics), but replaces 18 hours of major guided electives with defined coursework in astronomy and astrophysics. A minor is not required, though a mathematics minor is suggested (3 additional hours in mathematics at the 3000 or higher level required for a mathematics minor).

Program CIP Code


25.40.0801.00

General Education Core


  Credit Hours
General Education  41
University Success 1

 

Major Core Requirements


Concentration Requirements


Free Electives


Total Hours 4-8


Total Program Hours 120