Astronomy

Faculty of Physics

Name
Astronomy
Program code
104
Qualification awarded
Barchelor of Physics and Astronomy
Length of programme
4 years
Number of credits
240
level of qualification according to the National Qualification Framework and the European Qualifications Framework
6
Qualification level
First (Bachelor)
Discipline
Natural sciences
Speciality
KnowledgeField EN
Specific admission requirements
Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning
For first-year students, diagnostic testing is conducted at the beginning of the academic year, which covers the main topics of the school curriculum in astronomy and related disciplines (physics and mathematics). This allows teachers to assess the initial level of students' knowledge and distinguish groups with different levels of training. Students transferring from other majors or institutions provide transcripts from previous places of study reflecting academic performance in astronomy or related disciplines. Based on the results of the determination of prior training, the department can develop an individual study plan for the student, which will avoid re-studying already mastered material and speed up advancement in the program.
Qualification requirements and regulations, including graduation requirements
Teaching methods. Lectures, practical classes, laboratory work in groups, independent work. Educational practice by specialty is a mandatory component of the educational program. During the last year - writing a bachelor's qualification thesis. Written and oral exams, tests, differentiated tests. Assessment methods: presentations, essays, test papers, current control, defense of practice, comprehensive exam in physics and astronomy, defense of bachelor's qualification work.
Programme learning outcomes
PRS1. Know, understand and be able to apply the basic principles of general and theoretical physics at the basic level. PRS2. Know and understand the physical foundations of astronomical phenomena. PRS3. Know and understand the experimental foundations of physics. PRS4. Be able to apply basic mathematical knowledge. PRS5. To know the main current problems of modern physics and astronomy. PRS6. Assess the impact of the latest discoveries on the development of modern physics and astronomy. PRS7. Understand, analyze and explain new scientific results obtained in the course of conducting physical and astronomical research in accordance with the specialization. PRS8. Have basic self-study skills. PRS9. Have the basic skills of conducting theoretical and experimental scientific research. PRS10. Be able to plan research. PRS11. Be able to organize, interpret and generalize the received scientific and practical results, draw conclusions. PRS12. Be able to present the received scientific results, participate in discussions about the content and results of one's own scientific research. PRS13. Understand the relationship of physics and astronomy to other natural and engineering sciences. PRS14. Know and understand the basic requirements of safety equipment. PRS15. To know, analyze, forecast and evaluate the main environmental aspects of the general impact of industrial and technological activities of mankind. PRS16. Have skills in working with modern computer technology. PRS17. Know and understand the role and place of physics, astronomy and other natural sciences in the general system of knowledge about nature and society. PRS18. To know state and foreign languages. PRS19. To know and understand the need to preserve and multiply moral, cultural and scientific values ​​and achievements of society. PRS20. Know and understand your civil rights and responsibilities. PRS21. Understand the principles of a healthy lifestyle. PRS22. Understand the importance of physical research to ensure the sustainable development of society. PRS23. Understand the history and patterns of development of physics and astronomy. PRS24. To understand the place of physics and astronomy in the general system of knowledge about nature and society. PRS25. Have independent decision-making skills. PRS26,27. Have the skills to assess the level of educational programs. PRS28. To have an idea about the transdisciplinary path of the development of science.
Form of study
Full-time form
Examination regulations and grading scale
1. Admission to the exam is possible only on condition of successful completion of all required modules or course assignments. 2. Students are required to appear for the exam at the specified time and place, with a document confirming their identity (usually a student card). 3. During the exam, students are prohibited from using third-party sources of information. 4. Students who did not pass the exam the first time, have the opportunity to retake it within the deadlines determined by the educational department. 5. The student must complete the task independently, Students' knowledge is evaluated on a 100-point scale, which is converted into traditional grades (excellent 90-100, good 75-89, satisfactory 60-74, unsatisfactory 0-59)
Оbligatory or optional mobility windows (if applicable)
It is possible to study foreign students of higher education on general terms.
Work placement
Educational practice by specialty is a mandatory component of the educational program. Passing practice takes place separately from theoretical training on the basis of the physical faculty or scientific institutions with which relevant contracts have been concluded. The internship takes place in the summer after the second semester of the third year. The results of practice are reported at the department meeting and defended as a differentiated credit.
Work-based learning
Lectures, practical classes, laboratory work in groups (up to 10 people), independent work based on textbooks and notes, consultations with teachers. During the last year - writing a bachelor's qualification thesis, which is also is presented and discussed with the participation of teachers and classmates
Director of the course
Vasyl Ivchenko
Astronomy and Space Physics Department
Faculty of Physics
Occupational profiles of graduates
Graduates can work in technical positions specialists in the field of physical sciences and technology. Graduates can take jobs in companies, small businesses and academic, research institutes, technological and information sector (researcher in fields of natural and technical sciences).
Access to further studies
Graduates have the right to continue their studies at the second level higher education both within basic and related subject area, as well as outside them.