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Here, you can ask your questions related to career in astronomy and astrophysics............ I would like to answer to your questions............

Hello vijay.

Can you tell me about Metaphysics and its scope in India.

-faiyaz

Hi
in this field various career option. And demand its very good in india and astrophysics are good then you can apply nasa
all the best

it has good scope. u can go for NASA and other organisations.n remember everything has good scope but u have to give 100% in every field.ok
so dont think about the scope.just do it .

career in astronomy and astrophysics is like to dream come true.....many students apply
for it but only few get success...so best of luck:-)

hello mrohit
can you tell me how the students of astronomy and astrophysics can join nasa ........can you give information about the eligibility,and other details
vir

yes this field is very intresting

and it is also not so popular so u have more chances of mastering it
and u can get to work internationl its amazing !!

Can you please tell me whether is it possible to predict things exactly going to happen in future or it is just the expectation made by the astrologers?

yes friend .both fields are excellent but astrophysis is better...isnt it:-)

their is a grate future in these fields

for further details visit
http://www.iiap.res.in/answers/career

good luck

what are the jobs available after finishing astronomy .. can you tell me about the package

dear friend
there is a very bright future in astrology and astrophysics..
and those are also very interesting subjects...
so if you want to go into these type of field than go for it...
so
best of luck..

hi,
according to me......it is the one of the most interesting subject.......it also have bright student....i suggest that you do not waste time and do not think anything stupid...just go for it..................collect the information from internet......
wish you good luck.....

dear friend,
it is a revolutionary stream.go for it.
it has a good scope....
best of luck
it is the one of the most interesting subject

dear friend
If you want to be an astronomer or astrophysicist then you will need a Ph.D.
Most uni's don't have astronomy or astrophysics as an undergraduate degree.....
So go to the best university that you are accepted to and feel is a good fit for you.

Hi friend

can you say me the scope in India is good or moderate, because so many are not going to this field, what is the reason for that?

Gook luck

basically these are narrow science field it has great scope but limited section..

i am in my 2nd year of engineering in electonics and communication and want to go for astronomical research after completion of b.e. so what are the ways or the procedure to do so?

Dear,
According to me -
Career in astronomy and astrophysics is like to dream come true.....many students apply
for it but only few get success...so best of luck:-)
Thanks.

hi
this field is highly prestigious and is lots of research oriented .
After your course on these you can go for space research in ISRO or NASA like organisations.

hi
If you are looking for a career that combines cool technology, interesting science and great adventure, you could hardly make a better choice than becoming an astronaut. And there is potential for growth in the field. With the construction of the International Space Station, there will be a permanent human presence in outer space and a need for astronauts. But becoming an astronaut in the U.S. space program is not easy, and the process can take several years.

There are three types of astronauts in the U.S. space program:

Commander/pilot
Mission specialist
Payload specialist
The commander is responsible for the mission, the crew and the vehicle. The pilot assists the commander in operating the vehicle and deploying satellites. The mission specialist works with the commander and pilots in shuttle operations, performs spacewalks and conducts experiments. The payload specialist performs specialized duties as the mission requires. Payload specialists are people other than NASA personnel, and some are foreign nationals.

The basic qualifications for becoming an astronaut include:

U.S. citizenship (for pilots and mission specialists)
Bachelor's degree (engineering, biological sciences, physical sciences, mathematics) from an accredited college or university
Three years of related experience after obtaining the bachelor's degree - A master's degree equals one year of experience, and a doctorate equals three years.
Passing a NASA space physical examination - Pilots need to pass a Class I physical; mission/payload specialists must pass Class II. Both are similar to civilian and military flight examinations.
More than 1,000 hours experience as pilot-in-command of a jet aircraft (pilots only)
Height of 64 to 76 inches (162.5 cm to 193 cm) for pilots, 58.5 to 76 inches (148.5 cm to 193 cm) for mission/payload specialists

I want to be a austranaut and also I want to make the spaceship with a high speed so for this what should I do. I am in XI with PCM.


Priyanka Paliwal

hi,i want to know the jobs offered for M.sc astrophysics student in coimbatore

Sir, it is very good choice to become an astronomer . The min qualification for an astronomer is Ph.d in astrophysics. There is no undergraduate programme in astrophysics. So go for the Ph.d after M.phil because for Ph.d M.phil is must. And this field is very suitable for you and has very bright future.

All the best
regards

Originally Posted by Vijay G

Here, you can ask your questions related to career in astronomy and astrophysics............ I would like to answer to your questions............

What's the scope for theoretical astrophysics in india? Is it better to do a course in physics in IISc./CMI or is itk better to do pure science with specialization in astronomy in IIST? Is there any research currently going on about dark energy in india?
Thank you!

Hi frnd.. I am in my 3rd year mechanical, Dr.AIT Bangalore.. I am very much interested in doing my PG(MS) in astronomy and get in to job.. Please suggest a way for it.. And how about job in this field...???? please any 1 suggest... Thank you..:)

Carrer in Astronomy and Astrophysics

Astronomy is the science which deals with the study of heavenly bodies. It considers
(a) their motions, both real and apparent, and the laws which govern those motions;
(b) their forms, dimensions, masses, and surface features;
(c) their nature, constitution, and physical condition;
(d) the effects which they produce upon one another by their attractions and radiations;
(e) their probable past history and future development.

Astronomy is necessarily an observational science rather than an experimental one. The discussions and interpretation of observations employs the use of mathematical analysis, often of the most advanced type. Celestial bodies and celestial environment provide natural laboratories for studying physical phenomena in extreme conditions which are seldom realised in our terrestrial environment.Physical and mathematical theories are thus stretched to the limit to provide explanations for the celestial phenomena that we observe.
Modern astronomy requires the use of most modern and advanced technologies, e.g. in fabrication of modern telescopes, in buildingimaging and spectrscopic equipment to observe and analyse radiation received from the celestial objects. It needs fast computers, state-of-the-art software to handle data and process images, it needs stable space platforms to observe radiation otherwise blocked by the Earth's atmosphere.

Existing Facilities

Observing facilities available in Astronomy & Astrophysics are :
• Optical and Infra-red Astronomy
2.3M Vainu Bappu Telescope at Kavalur
2M Telescope (Chandra Telescope) at Hanle, IAO, Hanle
1M Class Telescopes at Kavalur

• Solar Facilities
Solar Optical Observatory at Kodaikanal
Gauribidanur Radioheliograph
• Radio Astronomy
Radio Array at Gauribidanur

Job Opportunities & Career Prospects

An acute need for young scientists in the field of Astronomy is present. The following possibilities are open for a career for a physics / mathematics / engineering graduate with a specialization or a Ph.D. in Astronomy & Astrophysics
• Research Scientist
Several research institutes and government organizations employ research scientists in various academic grades for research oriented programmes.
• University Faculty
There will be more openings in the universities, especially in physics departments, for specialists in Astronomy & Astrophysics
• Industry
Experience with sophisticated astronomical instrumentation and the expertise gained in computer programming and handling data can serve as valubale assets for jobs in industry.

Originally Posted by Vijay G

Here, you can ask your questions related to career in astronomy and astrophysics............ I would like to answer to your questions............

hi,

i am doing my b.tech. final year computer science & engg., i want to become an astronomer.

can you please tell & show me the available prospects for getting into research scientist in astronomy as an astronomer ?

and also the job opportunities for the same both in india & abroad

Originally Posted by Vijay G

Here, you can ask your questions related to career in astronomy and astrophysics............ I would like to answer to your questions............

hi,

i am doing my b.tech. final year computer science & engg., i want to become an astronomer.

can you please tell me what to do to become a research scientist in astronomy as an astronomer ?

Hi !
I had finally completed my 12th exam and i am fond of astronomy, but I don't know about the courses in astronomy ,if you give me some information ,then I will be very thankful to you ! so plse.... plse....plse ....help me!
Thank You !!

hi,
i am a student of 11th.i am interested in astronomy.i don't have any knowledge about the courses in astronomy.i want to build my career in the field of astronomy,so please help me with the courses and institutions which offer this subject after 12th.

i have given 12th science gujarat board examination and JEE examination. Iam interested in astronomy and astrophysics.Is there any course after 12th and JEE result or it is necessary to do graduation like B.E or B.Tech and then to do further study to experties in astronomy and astrophysics?Is there any specific study in india?Where?and outside india?Where?