Institute of Astronomy, Geophysics and Atmospheric Sciences (IAG)
Instituto de Astronomia, Geofísica e Ciências Atmosféricas (IAG)
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Institute of Astronomy, Geophysics and Atmospheric Sciences
Instituto de Astronomia, Geofísica e Ciências Atmosféricas (IAG)
IAG National and International Cooperation Commission
Comissão de Cooperação Nacional e Internacional do IAG (CCNI-IAG)
Address: Rua do Matão, 1226
Butantã (Cidade Universitária)
São Paulo/SP
CEP: 05508-090
Contact: crintiag@usp.br
Institute Overview
The Institute of Astronomy, Geophysics and Atmospheric Sciences’ [Instituto de Astronomia, Geofísica e Ciências Atmosféricas] (IAG) mission is to contribute to the country’s development by promoting teaching, research, and the dissemination of knowledge about the sciences of the Earth and the Universe, aspiring to recognition and leadership for the quality of the professionals trained and the impact of their scientific and academic work. IAG is located on the São Paulo Campus, in the University City [Cidade Universitária] (Butantã district), west side of the city of São Paulo.
The Institute of Astronomy, Geophysics and Atmospheric Sciences (IAG) is composed of three departments (name and code):
- Department of Astronomy (AGA)
- Department of Atmospheric Sciences (ACA)
- Department of Geophysics (AGG)
Education
Undergraduate Education
IAG offers the following Undergraduate Programs:
- Astronomy
- Geophysics
- Meteorology
Graduate Education
IAG offers Graduate Programs* in various Areas of Concentration, including the following:
| Program | Area of Concentration | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Astronomy | – Astronomy | (M/D) |
| Astronomy Education (Professional Master’s Degree) | – Astronomy in Basic Education – History of Astronomy and Cosmology |
(M) |
| Geophysics | – Geophysics | (M/D) |
| Meteorology | – Meteorology | (M/D) |