College Scholars Program
“As a public health nutrition advocate, the College Scholars Program at the University of Tennessee greatly enhanced my educational, professional, and personal journey to be where I am today.”
Ashlyn Anderson (’22)
UT Torchbearer
Student Spotlight

Computational astrophysics is an area of physics which uses computer science and analytical methods to study the physics behind objects and phenomena in space. My program combines computer science, math, physics, and astronomy to equip me with all the knowledge I will need to research this topic. It dives deeper than just a physics degree by adding more methods and tools in computer science and math than you would otherwise study. Using advanced math such as numerical analysis, program writing and optimization, and a knowledge of the theories behind physics, I will be able to apply these methods and information to things like galaxies, stars, supernovae and more to better understand the physics behind how they function. Having a flexible program such as this one will allow me to cater my curriculum as I learn about my field and gain experience to ensure I am learning everything I will need to know.