Can I pursue a career in cosmology after B.Tech in information technology?

Hi Pratapsing, I think the most important thing one needs in a profession like astronomy and cosmology is curiosity. The conventional way is to go for bachelors in physics, followed by a masters and a phd in physics. But some people(including me) are doing PHD after a bachelors in engineering. One needs very good understanding of physics and maths as a prerequisite. In the meanwhile, many leading research institutes like IUCAA, Pune organize short term Schools in astrophysics for school students, which should be used by your nephew to get a deeper glimpse of this field. Cosmologists spend most of their time worrying about the different theories about the origin and fate of the Universe. Astrophysicts read a lot of scientific papers, attend research Conferences throughout the year. And contrary to common perception, most researchers work in collaborations with various people cutting across institutes and countries. Feel free to raise more queries. All the best.

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