I want to pursue my dream of becoming an astrophysicist

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the aspirations of a participant to become an astrophysicist, specifically exploring educational pathways and choices related to pursuing this career in India. The conversation touches on the IIT-JEE entrance exam and potential fields of study.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a desire to pursue astrophysics and questions whether to choose IIT or another path after the IIT-JEE exam.
  • Another participant suggests that an undergraduate degree in physics is the best route for entering the field of astrophysics.
  • A different participant mentions a recommendation from a friend to consider computer science as a field of study.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion reflects multiple competing views regarding the best educational path to pursue astrophysics, with no consensus reached on whether to choose IIT or computer science.

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I live in India
If i crack IIT-JEE witch field should i choose or choose IIT or not??
 
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My friend suggested me to take Computer scienes as did some other sites..
What should I do ?
 
If you really want to get into astrophysics, your best route is to start with an undergraduate degree in physics.
 
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Thanks for help.
 

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