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Research Tutorial in Astrophysics
ASTRON 98

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Description

This junior tutorial introduces students to research at the forefront of astrophysics, through individual research projects guided by  astronomers at the Center for Astrophysics.  Students meet weekly for a discussion of reading materials provided by a guest speaker, and to provide updates on their individual research projects. The course culminates in a written report and an oral presentation (open to all scientists at the CfA). Offered in both Fall and Spring.

Class Notes

This junior tutorial introduces students to the breadth and practice of research at the forefront of astrophysics through visits with guest speakers from the astronomy faculty and semester-long individual research projects guided by astronomers at the Center for Astrophysics. The course culminates in a written report and an oral presentation (open to all scientists at the CfA). Offered in both Fall and Spring.
 

School Faculty of Arts & Sciences
Credits 4
Cross Reg

Available for Harvard Cross Registration

Department Astronomy
Course Component Tutorial
Subject Astronomy
Grading Basis FAS Letter Graded
Course Requirements Prerequisite: Astronomy 16 OR Astronomy 17
Exam/Final Deadline Dec. 19, 2026
General Education N/A
Quantitative Reasoning with Data N/A
Divisional Distribution Science & Engineering & Applied Science
Course Level Primarily for Undergraduate Students