Cert in Astronomy and Astrophysics

This undergraduate certificate builds focused skills in computational astrophysics and observing methods. Students practice advanced data analysis with observatory equipment, which gives them hands-on experience alongside coursework. The certificate is delivered on campus through the Physics and Astronomy department, and students who complete it gain practical familiarity with observing and analysis work in a university setting. Participants develop problem-solving and programming skills that support graduate study in astronomy and physics. The same abilities apply to jobs in data science, software engineering, and the aerospace sector. The certificate pairs astrophysics coursework with applied programming and data work, so students leave with both subject knowledge and technical tools. Those skills are useful in research settings as well as technical careers. Prospective students can contact faculty, including the observatory director, for information before applying.