how can I become an astronomer after 10th? which degree should I take after 12th? and also can an astronomer become astronaut?
Hello,
To become an astronomer you need to take Science group in 11th and 12th with maths and Physics.
Next I will list out some of the courses (UG, PG< etc) that you can do after your 12th:
UNDERGRADUATE
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B.Sc in Astrophysics – 3 year full-time course
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B.Sc in Astronomy – 3 year full-time course
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B.Tech in relevant Engineering
MASTERS
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M.Sc Astronomy
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M.Tech (Astronomy and Space Engineering)
DOCTORAL
- PhD. in Astronomy
- PhD. in Astronomy and Astrophysics
- PhD. in Astrophysics
- PhD. in Atmospheric Science and Astrophysics
SOme of the top colleges that offer courses in astronomy are:
- Indian Institute Of Astrophysics (IIA), Bangalore
- Tata Institute Of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai
- Raman Research Institute (RRI), Bangalore
- National Centre For Radio Astrophysics, Pune
- Inter-University Centre For Astronomy And Astrophysics (IUCAA), Pune
- Institute of Physics (IOP), Bhubaneswar
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Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), Bangalore
Good Luck