i want to become an astronomer and i am looking 4 the right course. i m in the 10th std
2006-11-14 03:03:37 · 4 answers · asked by vidhi j 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Astronomy & Space
It can be an elective but it is not a required course for most physics degrees (especially applied or device physics)
2006-11-14 03:05:23 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. Even at the undergraduate level they are separate - you can have an undergraduate degree in physics without ever taking a course in astronomy. However, if you want to become an astronomer you will need a strong background in physics.
I majored in physics as an undergrad, but only because my school does not offer an astronomy or astrophysics degree. I did, however, take just about every astronomy course offered for undergrads. I then went on to get my Master's degree in astronomy (this is in the US, I'm not sure if a Master's in the US is the same as it is in other countries). Most of my fellow classmates in grad school had undergraduate degrees in physics or in astronomy/astrophysics, but I think one had a degree in electrical engineering or something similar.
2006-11-14 11:50:10 · answer #2 · answered by kris 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Astronomy is distinct from physics. There is some overlap between physics and modern astronomy.
Modern astronomy includes two fields of study, observational astronomy and astrophysics. If you are interested in astronomy and a masters degree in physics, look into theoretical astrophysics as a field of study.
2006-11-14 11:19:24 · answer #3 · answered by Jack C 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends in the course offered and its content. In masters one actually specializes in one branch of physics. Asa I said it would all depend on the course offered and its content.
2006-11-14 11:22:09 · answer #4 · answered by openpsychy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋