Program Overview
The Astrophysics program at DePaul University focuses on the study of the universe's formation and the behavior of celestial bodies. Students gain practical experience through research opportunities and focus on areas such as instrumentation or theoretical/computational work. The program prepares graduates for careers in computer science, engineering, optics, and research, among others. International students benefit from the program's STEM designation, which allows for extended post-graduation stays in the United States.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
As an Astrophysics major, you’ll study the formation of the universe and the behavior and life cycles of stars, planets and galaxies. You’ll focus on scientific investigation, laboratory experience and research opportunities to give you hands-on experience in the field of astrophysics. The program is designed with flexibility so that you can focus on instrumentation, observational data analysis, or theoretical/computational work by choosing appropriate elective courses. Astrophysics majors at DePaul work with faculty members on research projects, which may result in your work being published in journals. These research projects include astrophysics, observational astronomy, complex fluids, materials science and ultra-fast physics. For international students: this program is a STEM-designated program, which can qualify you to extend your post-graduation stay in the United States.
Careers:
Common Career Areas:
- Computer science
- Electronics development
- Engineering
- Optics
- Photonics
- Post-graduate study
- Research
- Scientific computing
Other:
- Coursework:
- Cosmology
- Star Formation
- Stellar Astrophysics
- Major Requirements
- Schedule of Classes
- Department Website
- Combined bachelor's + master's degree offered
