Astronomy is a complex discipline that calls for highly developed mathematical, physics and computer programming skills. This specialised degree lays a solid foundation for a career in astronomy by combining theoretical study with practical astronomy assignments in every year.
Type: undergraduate degree
Duration: 3 years part time
Compulsory Subjects
First year subjects:
- General introduction to astronomy
- Spherical astronomy and Kepler orbits
- Pre-calculus Mathematics
- Calculus
- Linear algebra
- Practical work
- Modern physics
- Mechanics
- Electromagnetism and heat
- Comprehension skills for science
- End-user Computing
Second year subjects:
- The structure and evolution of stars
- The structure and evolution of galaxies
- Astronomy Practical
- Calculus in higher dimensions
Third year subjects:
- Quantum physics
- Statistical physics
- Advanced Astronomy Practical
- Radiative Mechanisms
- Radiative Transfer
- Observational Techniques
Careers: astronomer.
Source: www.unisa.ac.za