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Astronomy and Related Studies is a degree category that consists of the following common degrees:
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These are among the courses that make up an astronomy program:
- Mathematics / Calculus
- Statistics
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Astrophysics
- Cosmology – the science of the origin and development of the universe
- Electromagnetism
- Structure and Evolution of Stars
- Planetary Geology
- Computer Science
- Computer Programming
Note: Astronomy is the science of measuring the positions and characteristics of celestial bodies. Astrophysics is the application of the laws of physics to understand and interpret astronomy. As the difference is merely technical, the terms astronomy and astrophysics are used interchangeably.