Bridge Degree Between Electronics & Planetary Science?

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A bridge degree between a bachelor's in electronics engineering and a degree in planetary science is a topic of interest, particularly for those looking to transition into astronomy and planetary science without losing the value of their engineering background. Signal processing is highlighted as a key area where electronics and astronomy intersect, suggesting that skills in this field could be beneficial for analyzing astronomical data. There is potential for careers that combine engineering and planetary science, such as developing equipment for scientific research. The discussion emphasizes the importance of finding educational pathways that link these disciplines while considering the practical applications of electronics in the realm of planetary science.
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Does anyone here know of a possible bridge degree between a bachelor's deg in electronics engineering and a degree in planetary science? I plan to pursue degrees in astronomy and then planetary science without wasting my five years with electronics. Is it possible to link them? If so, what careers can I have with this combination?
 
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arjose said:
Does anyone here know of a possible bridge degree between a bachelor's deg in electronics engineering and a degree in planetary science? I plan to pursue degrees in astronomy and then planetary science without wasting my five years with electronics. Is it possible to link them? If so, what careers can I have with this combination?

I'm not an astronomer, or planetary scientist or involved in the study thereof just as a disclaimer.

One thing that sticks out with electronics and astronomy is signal processing. Have you done any of this? (Be it using hardware or software or a combination of both)?

There is a lot of data to analyze, and signal processing should be a significant part of that, so maybe that might be a lead for you.
 
chiro said:
I'm not an astronomer, or planetary scientist or involved in the study thereof just as a disclaimer.

One thing that sticks out with electronics and astronomy is signal processing. Have you done any of this? (Be it using hardware or software or a combination of both)?

There is a lot of data to analyze, and signal processing should be a significant part of that, so maybe that might be a lead for you.

I've also thought of signal processing as a lead towards astronomy. But without having any degree in physics or astronomy, that would just lead me to careers in engineering equipment for scientists. I was wondering if I could go both ways of being an engineer and a planetary scientist.
 

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