Programs What kind of degree to study exoplanets?

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A Physics or Astronomy degree is considered less ideal for those specifically interested in exoplanet research compared to Earth Sciences like Geology. While undergraduate programs may offer limited exposure to exoplanets, with only a few courses available, the field is more robust at the postgraduate level, focusing on planet discovery and basic property inference. To excel in exoplanet research, it is recommended to identify leading researchers in the field and pursue studies at institutions where they teach, selecting courses that align with their expertise to enhance academic and research opportunities.
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Would a Physics/Astronomy degree be ideal, or would it be more appropriate to study Earth Sciences like Geology, etc.?
 
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It isn't really an undergraduate subject, but to get any look at the subject you'd need to take astronomy. My undergraduate degree was in astronomy and there was a single course on exoplanets - though the subject is bigger now I still don't think it's worth more than that at undergraduate level. Post-graduate research is huge in this area, however - but it is mostly about discovering the planets themselves, and inferring very rough details about their properties.
 
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