West Lafayette,
IN,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Planetary sciences is an interdisciplinary field exploring celestial bodies, incorporating studies in planetary geology, atmospheric science, planetary physics, spacecraft engineering, and astronomy. Students can choose electives in astrobiology, impact crater studies, and related subjects to specialize their learning. The curriculum provides comprehensive training in mathematics, chemistry, physics, computer science, geophysics, and remote sensing, with strong emphasis on undergraduate research opportunities within this distinctive academic program.