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Astronomy & Astrophysics may be taught as a special course in the M.Sc. programmes of the physics departments in the universities or colleges. It is desirable for a student to acquire proficiency in physics and mathematics at the graduate level and then to Astronomy & Astrophysics specialisation. An engineer with a B.Tech or B.E. degree, with an aptitude for Astronomy and Astrophysics, can also enter the field as a research scholar.
Though it is not necessary to undergo any formal training in Astronomy and Astrophysics at the undergraduate level, it helps the student to develop a general interest in the field, from reading good popular books or as an amateur astronomer. Research Scholars are expected to undergo one year course work in various subjects including Foundations of Classical & Quantum Physics, Mathematical Techniques, Numerical Analysis & Computing, besides introductory courses in Astronomy & Astrophysics. A good PhD. programme takes about four years to complete.

Hello Suchitra,
Of course, there are difference between the two. Although, no two computer professionals explain those differences in the same way. One way to understand the differences is to examine two specific words within the given nomenclature; namely, engineer and science (or scientist). Engineers, by nature, are tasked with developing solutions to problems or creating more efficient processes by using tools already in existence. By extension, software engineers often find themselves creating new software by utilizing existing languages or established practices already in use. Contrary to this, scientists often hone their expertise on research and developing (and pushing) the boundaries of their given field. As such, computer scientists may assist in the creation of new algorithms or language types that will eventually be put in use to create software.
Ultimately, both are concerned with computer software and virtually everything related. The focus of these two fields of study overlaps in that both require the student to develop an intimate knowledge of computers, and especially computer software and its various applications.

Hello Neeraj,
After successful completion of the Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, the aspirant can go for a postgraduate degree in the same area. Higher study options for B.Sc Computer Science falls in to a wide range of areas such as:
*Advance Diploma in Hardware and Networking (ADHN)
*Advanced Diploma in Multi-lingual Computer Programming (ADMCP)
*CCNA
*Certified Professional for the Web Development
Database Administration
*HCE+ (Hardware Course)
*IHT Certified Network Professional
*IIJT Certified Networking Expert (IC- Next) (PC NEXT)
*Information Security and Ethical Hacking
*Integrated Master of Computer Application (IMCA)
*M.Sc. Computer Science
*Master in Computer Management (MCM)
*Master of Science Information Technology M.Sc (IT)
*MBA
*MCA