University
What universities offer this course?
All major universities, such as: Waterloo, UFT, York, etc
What is the average cost of tuition?
$8000
What do astrophysicists do?
They use a variety of math and physics to investigate the planets, stars, and galaxies.
What career path could an astrophysicist go into?
They could go into space technology, nuclear energy, or geophysics.
What technology do astrophysicist use?
Special telescope (Webb, Hubble), optical telescopes, spectroscopes, star charts, and radio telescopes.
What department is astrophysics under?
Physical sciences
What is the average total cost a year?
$25000
Observing celestial event, developing and testing theories, writing about discoveries, and using ground based equipment to conduct research.
What is the expected growth for astrophysicist?
There is expected to be a 14% growth from 2016 to 2026.
What is the definition of astrophysics?
"the branch of astronomy concerned with the physical nature of stars and other celestial bodies, and the application of the laws and theories of physics to the interpretation of astronomical observations "
What courses are required to major in astrophysics?
Calculus, Functions, Physics, and English
What is the salary of a astrophysicist?
$16000 to $442000
What are the job requirements?
Ph.D. in astronomy, computer skills, writing skills, and research skills.
What companies need astrophysicists?
Lockheed Martin, Nasa, Boeing, Northrup Grumman, and Tesla.
Who are some famous astrophysicists?
Neil de-Grasse Tyson, Stephen Hawking, Carl Sagan, and Edwin Hubble.
How many years of University education does it take to become an astrophysicist?
4-8 years, depending on the level of education aimed for
Are there any scholarships available?
Yes, any scholarship that supports the stem field can be used in astrophysics.
What job titles are under astronomers?
Solid-stater physicist, acoustic physicist, aerodynamics, cosmologist, etc.
What programs does Nasa offer for astrophysicists?
Physics of the Cosmos, cosmic origins, exoplanet exploration, astrophysics explorer, and astrophysics research.
What are some famous astronomical discoveries?
Accelerating universes, first image of a black hole, first image of a exoplanet, and stars orbiting the milky way black hole.
Are there any coop programs available for astrophysics?
Yes, most universities offer coop programs for astrophysics.
How many years would it take to make back the loans for university?
Roughly 4 years
What general field is astrophysics under?
Astronomers.
What can you do once you get a degree?
Get a Ph.D, work on other degrees (engineering, law), or start a business/work for a company.
What are some things that astronomers specialize in?
Studying black holes, galaxies, and theoretical physics.