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About the Planetary Science Major
Planetary science encompasses the study of the physical and chemical nature of planetary bodies, both in the Solar System and in extrasolar systems. The formation of planets, the forces that sculpted their orbits, the processes that shaped their interiors, surfaces, and atmospheres, and the development of life all fall under its rubric. Understanding these complex phenomena requires knowledge of astronomy & astrophysics, earth science, meteorology, atmospheric science, space science, plasma physics, chemistry, and biology.


The Planetary Science track has been developed to study the remarkable interface among these separate disciplines.

For more information about specific course and unit requirements please refer to the EPS majors page or visit Catherine Pauling, the Student Affairs Officer, at 305 McCone Hall or (510) 643-4068, or e-mail .

Major Requirements

  • Lower Division
    Requirements
  • Upper Division
    Requirements

  • Electives
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Lower Division Required Courses

  • EPS 50 (4) The Planet Earth
  • Math 1A-1B (4,4) Calculus
  • Math 53-54 (4,4) Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus
  • Physics 7A-7B-7C (4,4,4) Physics for Scientists and Engineers
  • Chem 1A (or Chem 4A) (4,4) General Chemistry