Bachelor of Arts in Astronomy
The Bachelor of Arts degree is ideal for students pursuing careers in other fields (e.g. law, finance or business management). This degree provides a strong science background in astronomy, while allowing the flexibility to pusue a minor or double major.
Degree listings here reflect current requirements. Since actual graduation
requirements depend on the specific year which a student enters USC, students
should always consult with their faculty advisor to determine course selection.
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Bachelor of Arts Astronomy
Year 1 |
Fall | Units |
Math 125 | 4 |
GE - Social Issues | 4 |
WRIT 140 | 4 |
Foreign Language | 4 |
Phys 190 | 1 |
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Total | 17 |
|
Spring | Units |
Math 126 | 4 |
Phys 151L | 4 |
GE Requirement | 4 |
Foreign Language | 4 |
| |
|
Total | 16 |
|
Year 2 |
Fall | Units |
Math 226 | 4 |
Phys 152L | 4 |
GE Requirement | 4 |
Foreign Language | 4 |
|
Total | 16 |
|
Spring | Units |
Math 245 | 4 |
Phys 153L | 4 |
GE Requirement | 4 |
Elective | 4 |
|
Total | 16 |
|
Year 3 |
Fall | Units |
Phys 304 | 4 |
Astr 400 | 4 |
GE Requirement | 4 |
Elective | 4 |
|
Total | 16 |
|
Spring | Units |
Phys 316 | 4 |
Astr 440 | 4 |
Elective | 4 |
Elective | 4 |
|
Total | 16 |
|
Year 4 |
Fall | Units |
Astr 420 | 4 |
Writ 340 | 4 |
Elective | 4 |
Elective | 4 |
|
Total | 16 |
|
Spring | Units |
Astr 410 | 4 |
Phys 493L | 4 |
Elective | 4 |
Elective | 4 |
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Total | 16 |
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