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Undergraduate
Students

As a part of the Faculty of Arts & Sciences, the Department offer courses that lead to the following undergraduate degrees: Astronomy & Physics specialist, Astronomy Major, Astronomy Minor, and Planetary Science Specialist. The latter is composed of an interdisciplinary mix of courses relevant to planetary sciences. The Department also offer courses that form part of the university breadth requirements. See the overview for astronomy courses and programme requirements in the Calendar For information about courses offered at UTM and UTSC, please see University of Toronto Mississauga and University of Toronto Scarborough Students interested in a broad first year introduction to the physical sciences which can lead into our Astronomy and Astrophysics majors and specialist programs are encouraged to consider the Vic One physical sciences stream, as well as the UofT Engineering Science program. Undergraduate Assistant: Andrew Apong Associate Chair, Undergraduate: Marten van Kerkwijk Email inquiries: ask@admin.utoronto.ca (University of Toronto) recruit@artsci.utoronto.ca (Faculty of Arts & Science) ungrad.sec@astro.utoronto.ca (Dept. of Astronomy & Astrophysics)

Prospective
Students

Our various programs in Astronomy and Astrophysics offer challenging yet immensely rewarding opportunities for students planning to pursue undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto.

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Current
Students

The Department offers a range of courses to suit different interests,
for students both with and without science backgrounds.
For most updated course offerings.

Arts & Science Calendar

Selecting Courses
in your First-Year

Selecting the right courses in your first-year will be your first step toward success in our Astronomy and Astrophysics programs regardless of whether you plan to enroll as a Specialist, Major or Minor.

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Courses

AST101H1-F – The Sun and Its Neighbours

Course Description: Our place in the Universe. Phenomena we see in…

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AST121H1 – Origin and Evolution of the Universe

Course Description: The origin of the Universe and all that it…

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AST198H1 – Great Astronomical Issues

Course Description: There are some fundamental questions which humankind has asked…

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AST199H1 – Astronomy at the Frontier

Course Description: This seminar series aims at building up general scientific…

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AST201H1 – Stars and Galaxies

Course Description: What we know about the properties and life cycles…

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AST221H1 – Stars and Planets

Course Description: The (astro)physics of stars and planets, their observed variety,…

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AST222H1 – Galaxies and Cosmology

Course Description: The (astro)physics of stellar systems, galaxies, and the Universe,…

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AST251H1 – Life on Other Worlds

Course Description: Scholarly discussion of the probability that there are planets…

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AST301H1 – Observational Astronomy

Course Description: A hands-on introduction to telescopes and observational astronomy for…

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AST320H1 – Introduction to Astrophysics

Course Description: The formation, equilibrium and evolution of structure on all…

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AST325H1 – Introduction to Practical Astronomy

Course Description: Through experiment and observation, develop the core skills to…

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AST326H1 – Practical Astronomy

Course Description: Through experiment and observation, develop the core skills to…

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AST424H1 – Introduction to Astrophysical Research

Course Description: A literature study that develops methods and skills applicable…

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AST425Y1 – Research Topic in Astronomy

Course Description: A research project done in consultation with an individual…

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Undergraduate Research

Every summer, the Department engages a large number of undergraduate students, mostly from across Canada and some from abroad, to carry out exciting research projects.

Please read through the following list of research fellowships, and contact faculty members of your interests.

Astronomy and Space Exploration Society (ASX)

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Astronomy Scholarships

At the present time, six awards are available
to undergraduate students who attain high academic standing while taking courses in astronomy.

The awards described below are normally available only to students on the St. George campus.

Scholarship Recepients

At the present time, six awards are available to undergraduate students who attain high academic standing while taking courses in astronomy.
The awards described below are normally available only to students on the St. George campus.

Undergraduate Astronomy Student Union

The Undergraduate Astronomy Student Union (AU) represents any undergraduate enrolled in an AST course or AST program.
The AU hosts various eventsthroughout the year including academic seminars, career networking events, pub nights, movie nights, and offer other various resources for students.
The AU is at AB109 with office hours (Monday 1-2pm & Thurs 2-3pm) and on social media (@au_uoft).

For more information please visit:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/473433563143693/

To contact us please email:
astronomyunion@utoronto.ca