I want to purse course in physics, and also want to study astrophysics. How to proceed? And which colleges will be fair enough. I know about IISc and Du. Plz tell me more and also about some colleges in Kolkata . Thank you! (I've just passed 12th btw)
Hello Nandik,
I will provide answer to all your questions one by one, so to start with physics/astrophysics-
You have successfully completed your 12th and now you can specialize in the field of Astrophysics so as to build up a career in this field.
You should have studied Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects in the 10+2 level.
You can go for various under graduate, post graduate as well as doctoral programs in the field of Astrophysics. you can pursue a Bachelor’s in Science in Physics and / or Mathematics.
You can also pursue a Bachelor’s in Engineering in Electrical or Electronics or Electrical communication as well. Then you can pursue a postgraduate degree in Physics or Mathematics or Master’s in Technology in Engineering.
Finally you can pursue a PhD program with specialization in Astrophysics. you can opt for various certification courses as well which enable them to build up a promising career in the field of Astrophysics.
Various courses in the field of Astrophysics focus on the detailed study of the following areas.
- Physics
- Mechanical engineering
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Medicine
- Psychology
- Computer science
Various fields of study are associated with the area of Astrophysics which includes the following.
- Astrochemistry
- Astrogeology
- Astromestrology
- Astrometry
- Astrobiology
Institutes in India offering courses in Astrophysics
- Aligarh Muslim University
- Andhra University
- Rashtrasant Tukdoji Maharaj Nagpur University
- Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (A.R.I.E.S)
- Bangalore University
- Birla Institute of Technology
- St. Xavier`s College
- Cochin University of Science and Technology
- Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University
- Harish Chandra Research Institute
- Indian Institute of Astrophysics
- Indian Institute of Geomagnetism
- Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
- Indian Institute of Technology
- Inter University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (I.U.C.A.A.)
- JNTU College of Engineering
- Madurai Kamaraj University
- Mahatma Gandhi University
- Osmania University
- Patiala University
- Physical Research Laboratory (PRL)
- Punjab University
- Raman Research Institute
- Gulbarga University
- S N Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences
- Shivaji University
- Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University
- Tata Institute of Fundamental Research
- Tezpur University
- The Indira Gandhi National Open University
- University of Chennai
- University of Kolkata
- University of Lucknow
Hope this information will help you,
All the best!
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Name of the Course
Astrophysics
Level
Can be pursued at Diploma UG and PG level
Minimum Eligibility
The candidate must have passed class 12th in Science with 50%-60% minimum aggregate.
Top Colleges
Osmania University
Punjab university
AMU
Indian Institute of Science
Mahatma Gandhi University
Admission Process
Merit-based: Some colleges take admission on the basis of merit obtained in the qualifying exam.
Entrance based: Some colleges take admission on the basis of a national level, Institute level or a state level entrance exam.
Course Fee
Rs. 30,000 to 50,000 (depends on institute)
Scholarship
Candidates belonging to reserved categories and economically weaker sections are eligible for state government scholarship schemes.
Deemed or private universities offer merit scholarships (based on marks in entrance exam or Class 12th)
Internship
The scope for internships is less for students pursuing Astrophysics. However, he/ she can immediately get government jobs after graduation if they clear the recruitment exam.
Average starting salary
Rs. 4 to 10 LPA
Career Options
Astrophysicists
Stellar Astronomers
Observational Astronomers
Solar Astronomers
Technicians
Research Assistants
