Can I Pursue a Career in Astronomy with a B.S. in Physics?

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A B.S. in physics can lead to a career in astronomy, especially if you have practical skills in areas like mechanical fabrication or electronics. Graduate programs, such as the one at the University of Arizona in Tucson, offer opportunities to work on optics and instrumentation, which are crucial in astronomy. Students can gain hands-on experience by participating in projects, operating telescopes, and accessing observatory facilities. Additionally, teaching physics while running an astronomy club can be a viable way to stay engaged with the field. Inquiries into specific programs and opportunities are encouraged for those interested in combining their physics background with astronomy.
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can i get into an astronomy-related field using a B.S. in physics? i enjoy physics but i also really enjoy astronomy.
 
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can i get into an astronomy-related field using a B.S. in physics? i enjoy physics but i also really enjoy astronomy.
Just a thought - do you have any aptitude/experience in mechanical fabrication, electronics, or some other practical field? If so, you might want to look into doing some grad work at U of A in Tucson. They have facilities to produce optics and instrumentation and are associated with world-class instruments, and you may be able to get your foot in the door that way.

An on-line friend of mine from Mongolia got accepted into their astronomy program, and as a freshman, he was able to get into projects building instrumentation, operating the on-campus observatory's telescope for public viewing, etc. And he has pretty good access to the Steward Observatory's facilities and has taken his mother there for private tours when she visited earlier this year.

You could at least inquire...
 
Why not teach physics and run an astronomy club?
 

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