The BS in Astronomy at the University of Virginia provides a rigorous foundation in the physics of celestial objects and the universe as a whole. Combining observational techniques, theoretical models, and computational methods, the program prepares students to explore cosmic phenomena ranging from exoplanets and stellar evolution to galaxy formation and dark matter. Students gain access to UVA’s Fan Mountain Observatory and collaborate with faculty on cutting-edge research projects. With a strong emphasis on physics and mathematics, this degree is ideal for students pursuing graduate studies or careers in astrophysics, aerospace, or data-intensive industries.
Analyzing light curves of variable stars using telescope data
Simulating galaxy collisions using N-body physics
Detecting and characterizing exoplanets via transit photometry
Machine learning techniques for classifying galaxy morphologies
Radio observation analysis of pulsars and neutron stars
Creating a 3D model of local stellar neighborhoods
Spectroscopic study of emission lines in quasars
Tracking near-Earth objects and plotting orbital paths
Statistical analysis of gravitational lensing events
Infrared imaging of star-forming regions in nearby galaxies
Developing Python scripts to process raw telescope imagery
Investigating cosmic microwave background radiation data
Studying redshift distribution of deep field galaxies
Modeling stellar nucleosynthesis in high-mass stars
Researching methods for detecting dark energy signatures
Creating educational planetarium shows for public outreach
Cross-referencing archival Hubble Space Telescope datasets
Designing a small optical telescope control system
Simulating the effects of cosmic ray bombardment on satellites
Testing cosmological expansion models against observational data
Explore the cosmos through research and computation in UVA’s Astronomy program.
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