California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is a public university in Los Angeles, California. It is part of the California State University (CSU) system and offers 142 bachelor's degree programs, 122 master's degree programs, and 4 doctoral degrees. Cal State LA had a student body of 26,342 as of fall 2020, which includes 22,566 undergraduates and 3,776 graduate students. It is organized into 9 colleges that house a total of 4 schools and approximately 50 academic departments, divisions, and interdisciplinary programs.
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at California State University Los Angeles offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs for students eager to explore the fundamental laws governing the universe. Located in Los Angeles, the department provides a strong foundation in physics through practical learning, active research opportunities, and a supportive academic environment. Faculty expertise spans areas like astrophysics condensed matter physics and theoretical physics often involving students in cutting-edge projects utilizing modern labs and an observatory. Graduates are well-prepared for diverse careers in research education industry and technology equipped with critical thinking and problem-solving skills highly valued across many sectors.
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