Astrophysics Minor Requirements

Earn a minor in Astrophysics by meeting these requirements.

A minor in astrophysics is offered for students who are interested in an understanding of the astrophysics of stars, galaxies, and the universe. The astrophysics minor cannot be combined with a major or minor in physics.

Required 25 credits, including:

PHYS 110Introductory Astronomy3
PHYS 110LIntroductory Astronomy Lab1
PHYS 211

& 211L		College Physics I

and 		4
PHYS 212

& 212L		College Physics II

and 		4
PHYS 213

& 213L		College Physics III

and 		4
or PHYS 251

& 251L		 University Physics I

and
PHYS 252

& 252L		University Physics II

and 		4
PHYS 253

& 253L		University Physics III

and 		4
PHYS 460Introduction to Astrophysics3
PHYS 461Introduction to Astrophysics II3
Select one of the following:3
PHYS 415
Undergrad Research Experience
PHYS 434
Nuclear Physics
SPST 425
Observational Astronomy
Total Credits33

The requirements on this page are pulled from UND’s academic catalog and may not reflect future terms. Updates are published annually in April.

What is a minor in college?

A minor is like a mini-major. Your major is your primary area of study and a minor allows you to:

  • Pursue another discipline
  • Add training that supports your major
  • Explore personal interests

A minor is noted on your official UND transcript and adds another layer of professional knowledge to your degree.

Your minor must be combined with a major/degree program. Certain majors may require a minor. Minors are declared and have special requirements like mandatory classes.

Consult with your academic advisor if you are interested in adding a minor to your major. They will ensure you can fit a minor into your schedule without interfering with your major requirements.

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