What Career Path Should a Young Aspiring Astrophysicist Consider?

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Alexis, a 16-year-old passionate about astrophysics, is seeking guidance on subject selection for A-Levels and future career paths. Currently studying for IGCSEs, he has chosen Physics, Pure Mathematics, English Literature, Computing, and is considering replacing French with Statistics. Alexis is dedicated to astronomy, frequently engaging with resources like MIT OpenCourseWare and NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day. He expresses interest in becoming a theoretical physicist but is uncertain about the specifics of this career. He seeks advice on suitable courses, universities—favoring MIT and Caltech—and steps to achieve a Ph.D. Alexis aims for a fulfilling career in physics and astronomy and welcomes any guidance from the community.
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Hi, I am new to physicsforum so you probably don't know me. My name is Alexis, i am a guy, i just turned 16.
I love physics, especially Astro-physics.
I am still doing my IGCSE's, and I want to make sure I choose the right subjects for my A-Levels.
I chose: Physics, Pure Mathematics, English Literature, Computing, french. i might not take french and take statistics. i am not sure.

Now, I love astronomy and am always reading this forum, always getting updated with MIT opencourseware, always reading NASA website and check Astronomy-Picture of the day.

I really want to have all this in my career in the future, but i am not sure what kind of job i am aiming for. Theoretical Physisist sounds good but I really don't know that much about it.

The things I like: Astronomy, Physics, Computing, Mathematics.
I know as languages greek, german, english, french.

What could I do when I am older?
and to achieve this, what courses should I take, what Uni should I go to?

(ofc my favourite Uni's are MIT, Caltech).

I am very new to this, so pardon my language, I hope to achieve a Ph.D and get a nice job that I can enjoy throughout my life, what should I aim for.
Your advice will greatly Help me, so Thank You in advance!

if you want to contact me. I will check this post again tomorrow. Thank You very much.
And Hello PhysicsForum! :!)
 
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