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Advice on Pursuing a Career in Astronomy/Engineering

-- Swapnil | September 29, 2022

Question:

Which engineering branch is recommended if I have to pursue astronomy, in the long run?

-- Swapnil

Answer:

There are quite a few answered questions in this blog that provide information on various aspects of career guidance in the fields of astronomy, engineering, and computing. I would suggest that you use the search feature for this blog and search for questions/answers on “careers”. If you do not find an answer to your specific question, please do let us know.

-- Jeff Mangum

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