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Question About Education Needed to be an Astronomer

-- | October 17, 2016

Question: I am 15 years old, I want to fulfill my father’s wish as an astronomer, so which level should I pass to reach as an astronomer. — Sumayya

Answer: Great to hear that you are interested in pursuing a career as a scientist. Let me first point you to the Careers in Astronomy section of this blog, which has many questions and answers associated with the aspects of a career as an astronomer. If after looking over this section you have further questions let me know.

Jeff Mangum

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