Overview
Undergraduate Students
Earth and Planetary Sciences (EPS) Minor
The EPS minor explores the discoveries from planetary probes, which offer insights into the formation and evolution of protoplanets, planets, and their satellites and is intended for students interested in pursuing careers in earth resources, space research, and administration.
There are also a variety of courses available for students interested in planetary science, including:
- ASTR 104: The Solar System
- ASTR 106: Cosmic Origins of Life
- ASTR 111: The Solar System and Its Origin
- ASTR 233: Astrodynamics
- ASTR 242: Astrophysics II
- EESC 129/229:Designing your Space Mission
- EESC 253/453: Geodynamics
- EESC 254/454/ASTR 265: Planetary Interiors
Interested undergraduate students can take an independent study course that focuses on planetary science.
Graduate Students
Many graduate students are currently involved in planetary science research at the University of Rochester.