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Astronomer - How to get into this job

Kaitātai Aorangi

Entry Requirements

To become an astronomer you need a Master's degree in astronomy, physics or mathematics. However, a PhD is preferred.

 

Secondary Education

A tertiary entrance qualification is required to enter tertiary training. Bursary or NCEA Level 3 maths and physics is preferred.

 

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Tertiary Education

Universities offering astronomy degrees in New Zealand:
  • Canterbury University
  • Auckland University
  • Auckland University of Technology
  • Victoria University of Wellington.

 

Relevant courses

Training on the job

Astronomers must keep up to date with developments in their field through reading and attending seminars, courses and conferences.

 

Karen Pollard.

"New Zealand is fairly isolated, so it can be difficult to go to conferences overseas, but it is still very important to keep up to date with what is happening."

Karen Pollard - Astronomer

 

Useful Experience

Useful experience for astronomers includes:
  • a background in amateur astronomy
  • work experience with a professional astronomer
  • voluntary work at community observatories.

 

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Updated May 2009
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