- Be an active learner/researcher; be able to recognize and define important questions and know how to go about finding the answers.
- Be familiar with basic concepts from physics and astronomy, including gravity, the nature of light and physical characteristics of matter, and be able to use them as the basis for critical reasoning.
- Be skilled at quantitative problem solving incorporating hypothesis formation, data analysis, error analysis, conceptual modeling, numerical computation and hypothesis testing through quantitative comparison between observation and theoretical concepts.
- Be familiar with scientific instrumentation used by professional astronomers.
- Be familiar with digital imaging as a source of scientific data, including techniques of acquisition, reduction and analysis.
- Demonstrate use of critical thinking skills in well-organized, logical and scientifically sound oral and written scientific reports.
- Be able to critically evaluate representations of science in the media, both in writing and in speaking.
- Be able to communicate science effectively to the general public and the media.
- Be aware of and prepared for the variety of opportunities and career paths that are open to students who have majored in astronomy.
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Astronomy
Smith College
United States of America, Northampton
Duration 4 year(s)
Tuition Fee
USD 81,992 / year
Apply Date 12-Sep-2022
Next Intake 6-Sep-2022
Astronomy
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Entry Requirements
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Fee Information
Tuition Fee
USD 81,992 / yearApplication Fee
USD 60How to Apply
Smith accepts two applications for first-year admission—the Common Application and the Coalition Application. Smith does not have a preference for one application over the other; both of these application types will receive equal consideration in our admission process. All required forms and instructions for completing each application are available on the application web sites. A writing supplement is required for each application.
- Common Application or Coalition Application
- Smith Writing Supplement
- Secondary School Report, including official high school transcript
- Counselor Recommendation
- Two Teacher Evaluation Forms
- Official SAT I, ACT, TOEFL, IELTS, PTE or the Duolingo English Test/*DET*
- Early Decision Agreement (if applicable)
Astronomy
Smith College
United States of America,
Northampton