ASTR 3420 - Life Beyond the Earth

Institution:

University of Virginia-Main Campus

Subject:

Astronomy

Description:

Open to non-science students. Studies the possibility of intelligent extraterrestrial life; methods and desirability of interstellar communication; prospects for humanity’s colonization of space; interaction of space colonies; and the search for other civilizations. Prerequisite/corequisite: A 100- or 200-level ASTR course or instructor permission.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.virginia.edu/

Phone Number:

(434) 924-0311

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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