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9 years ago

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manoj ka

Contributor-Level 10

Hello Monica,
As you are pursuing UG in Physics. I woudl request you after completing graduation you can take up a Master's degree in Physics and Astronomy. Below is the list :
-M.Sc. Astronomy
-M.Sc. Astrophysics
-M.Sc. Meteorology
Thereafter, you can even opt for a specialization in astronomy i.e PhD which enables you to become an astronomer/ astronaut/ astrophysicist/ scientist or a research officer. Below is the list :
-PhD Astronomy
-PhD Astronomy and Astrophysics
-PhD Astrophysics
-PhD Atmospheric Science and Astrophysics
For PhD, you need to appear for the Joint Entrance Screening Test (JEST) examination.
Hope it helps. Please feel free to
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2014-06-17 15:23:14

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Aneeket baruaManager (Product Operation)- Infoedge India Ltd.

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Dear Utkarsha,
You need to pursue your graduation in Aerospace/ Aeronautical engineering.
For admission in a bachelor's degree, the candidate must have passed the higher secondary school certificate (10+2) examination with science subject such as biology, maths and chemistry. For IITs, It is mandatory to qualify in the Joint Entrance Examinations (J.E.E). The duration for this course is 4 years.
Some of its specialized fields are: -
Aerospace Propulsion
Structural Analysis
Electronic Systems
Ground Vehicle Systems
Transportation Systems
Aerodynamics and Fluid Dynamics
Aircraft Structures and Materials
For the list of top institutes offering BE Ae
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2013-11-27 11:59:53

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vois life

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4th semester in class 12th? You can apply for indian institute of astrophysics or tifr

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2013-11-07 11:06:19

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Manmeet Kaur

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Hi,
* To become an astronaut you have to get these basic requirements-
-Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in engineering, biological science, physical science, or mathematics.
- Should be a citizen of India
-You should be at least 21 years of age by the time you join. Age relaxation is there for SC/ST candidates.
-At least 1,000 hours pilot-in-command time in jet aircraft. Flight test experience is highly desirable.
* After graduation candidates can appear for the entrance exam which is held by NASA for the recruitment of scientists, Astronauts etc.
Hope it helps. For any further clarification do post your query, in case it
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