Undergraduate

If you’re someone who is fascinated by the stars, nebulae, planets, galaxies and always wanted to work in the sector where you can dive deeper into your fascination for outer space - then astrophysics is definitely the course for you. Similar to cosmology and astronomy, Astrophysics uses the concepts of physics and chemistry to understand the universe better. 

All the candidates require to be from the Science background with a minimum of 50% in their Class 12 with the combination of Mathematics, Physics  as their compulsory subjects. Foreign universities also give a lot of weightage to the GRE scores of the candidates. Consultants like Edysor can help you discover the university best fit for you from countries like Australia, Europe, UK, Germany, France, Dubai, the USA, and more. 

To become a professional in astrophysics, the necessary skills include analytical and reasoning skills, attention to detail, strong research skills, interpreting and reporting data, extensive knowledge of mathematics and physics, etc.

Best Countries for Studying Abroad

The USA is always ahead of all other countries when it comes to space research and being the space giant. Hence, it is natural that the universities in the USA will offer the best courses for astrophysics.To get yourself enrolled, it is crucial for you to know about the study abroad programs and scholarships offered by universities in these places.

Duration of the courses	3 Years for Bachelor's Degree 2 Years for Masters Degree 2 Years for Doctorate Degree
Job roles	Astrophysicist Stellar Astronomer Observational Astronomer Lecturer of Astrophysics
Recruiting companies	Space and Science Institutes National Research Institutes Private Research Institutes Universities
Average package offered	Ranges from INR 9-15 LPA
Top 5 universities	Harvard University University of Cambridge University of Oxford California Institute of Technology University of California, Berkeley

If you’re ready to enroll yourself in an astrophysics course, you can connect for online consulting with Edysor, who can guide you regarding how to apply for the best universities, and avail the International Scholarships for Indian Students.