What are the requirements for a PhD in Astronomy?
Students must complete, with a grade of B- or better, 185C and any six of the courses in the required course category. These include 380E, 382, 383C, 383D, 386C, 392D, 392J, 393F, 396C (information on these courses is listed below). In addition, two elective courses must be completed. If more than six courses in the required category are taken, the additional courses may count as electives. Students begin research during their first year. Research is done under the supervision of an advisor and committee. PhD research normally requires about five years. In spring of their second year, students must present a summary of their research to date, and pass an oral Qualifying Examination. Students must apply for PhD candidacy by the end of the summer of their second year. Two presentations on research must be given in colloquia or seminars. Finally, the student must complete the dissertation and pass an oral examination on the dissertation.
