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NITIN DESHMUKHYard by yard its hard, but inch by inch its

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Students more inclined towards physics and mathematics subjects, can opt for a career in astronomy. Such candidates should complete their graduation in science/engineering subjects as a primary step. After completing graduation successfully, then they can look for Master's level courses like M.Sc astronomy and M.Tech (Space technology and applications) as well.
Searching for a rewarding job is the next step. Various Job opportunities exists in firms like:
1. Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC).
2. Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA).
3. NASA.
4. Technology Information Forecasting and Assessment Council (TIFAC), e
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Harshit Jain

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After class 12th, you can pursue aerospace engineering, aeronautical engineering or courses related like B.Sc in physics and then M.Sc in space technology. You can also pursue courses specifically in telecommunication or space technology or satellite communication etc. There are different courses available. You can also pursue B.Tech in mechanical engineering and then M.Tech in space propulsion systems. This course will help you in entering into space. Also B.Tech in electronics and telecommunication and then M.Tech in satellite communication will be helpful.

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Himanshu Rao

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On an average, an astronomer's salary can start from Rs. 50,000 per month. Whereas, the experienced and qualified professionals can demand salary package ranging from Rs. 8 lakhs per annum to 10 lakhs per annum (senior positions).

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Himanshu Rao

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70 kg. Mass is a measure of the particles that makes up an object and the composition of the object does not change on the moon. However, the object's weight will change on the moon, just as it appears to change in an elevator.
The acceleration due to gravity on the earth is approximately 9.8 m/s^2, depending upon where an object is located. On the moon, the acceleration due to the moon's gravity is 1.6 m/s^2, which is approximately 1/6 that on the earth. Since an object's weight is dependent upon the pull of gravity, the object's weight will change with the pull of gravity. Since the moon does not strong gravity pull as earth, the obj
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Kajal SenguptaI am an online Physics Teacher.

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You can get all the information about choosing astrophysics as a career. In India, you can pursue it at IISC Bangalore, Pune, Punjab university etc. Explore this:
http://www.iiap.res.in/opportunities/career

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Kajal SenguptaI am an online Physics Teacher.

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There is a difference between aeronautical engineering and being an astronaut. To become an astronaut you need specialized training conducted only in few locations abroad. You will get all information about it here:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astronaut

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Sunil SoniManagement & IT Consultant

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In order to become an Astronaut, you require a minimum of 1000 hours of flying experience as a Pilot and Post graduation degree in either Science or engineering. By the way, India has produced only two astronauts and they were Fighter Pilots of Indian Air Force. There were two more astronaut of Indian origin Americans and they are aeronautical engineers by qualifications.

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Pratik GuptaFear is a opportunity to Become Great.Take it

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Step 1: Obtain a Bachelors degree in science subject:
This is the first step required to get in to the field of astronomy. After higher secondary, candidate should obtain a Bachelors degree in science subjects such as physics / chemistry/ mathematics. Apart from these, some universities offer under graduation course in astronomy.
Step 2: Obtain a post graduate degree:
Those who have completed their graduation in science subjects such as astronomy or physics or chemistry or mathematics can look for master level courses like M.Sc astronomy, M.Sc astronomy and space physics, etc.
Step 3: Search for a career in astronomy:
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