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University of California, Santa Cruz
Astrophysics B.S.

The astrophysics major is administered by the Physics Department and combines a core physics major with advanced electives in astrophysics, an astrophysics laboratory course, and senior thesis work on a topic in astrophysics. It is a rigorous program designed to prepare students for a broad range of technical careers or for entry into graduate or professional programs. Curriculum sheets are available from the department to clarify astrophysics program requirements.

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