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Like most other fields in scientific research, there are primarily two types of scientific and technical careers that are possible. Here they are: - Technician or engineer careers - Researcher and teacher-researcher careers First, let's look at technician and engineer careers: The main areas of activity are as follows: - Electronics and electro-mechanics - Computer science and scientific computing - Optics and optronics - Scientific instrumentation - Laboratory techniques and dome observation techniques - Materials and office studies. It should be noted that there is a very wide range of possible careers; qualification levels range from a high school diploma for entry-level technicians to a doctorate for research engineers. To become a Technician: - You need a scientific or technical baccalaureate, a diploma in chemistry, electronics, electro-mechanics, optics, computer science, physics, radio electronics, statistics, which will be awarded by a specialized technical school or by a university institute. To become an Assistant Engineer: - You need a DUT (diplôme universitaire de technologie), a BTS (brevet de technicien supérieur), or an equivalent degree awarded by a public or private education institution. To become a Study Engineer: - You need a bachelor's degree (L3), a master's degree, or an equivalent degree awarded by a public or private higher education institution. To become a Research Engineer: - You need a doctorate or an engineering degree awarded by a national higher education school or a university. Note that recruitment is mainly done through fixed-term contracts or through positions in the civil service. Now let's move on to studies leading to researcher positions: - After a scientific baccalaureate, there are 2 possibilities: - Either in high school: preparatory classes for engineering schools (Math Sup and Math Spé) for 2 or 3 years. Access to engineering schools is then by competition. The most well-known are the Écoles Normales Supérieures, École Polytechnique, École Centrale, École de Physique et Chimie de Paris, École Supérieure d'Optique (3 or 4 years). - Or through university: through a bachelor's degree in mathematics or physics (in 3 years); then through a master's degree in mathematics or physics (in 2 years), with an option in astronomy or astrophysics. For your information, know that almost all universities offer a master's degree in science, so you can easily pursue your studies anywhere in France, in our beautiful provinces. - Masters at the university (in 2 years). Masters in astronomy/universe science/space techniques exist in Île-de-France and several universities in the provinces. - A three-year doctorate thesis, prepared in a research laboratory supervised by one or more researchers. This thesis must be funded by a research grant/thesis scholarship. Now let's see how to become a researcher: In France, researchers are on fixed-term contracts or are civil servants of the Ministry of Higher Education and Research. There are 3 types of positions, the initial grades of which are: - Adjunct Astronomers of the Observatory Framework (Ministry of Higher Education and Research) - CNRS Research Associates (National Center for Scientific Research) - University Lecturers (Ministry of Higher Education and Research). Let's not hide the fact that studies in astronomy are part of long and rather difficult studies; job opportunities are limited only to scientific research and higher education, which is relatively low. Moreover, the enormous amount of knowledge required in this field of science provides students with an extensive background that facilitates access to various fields of employment in many other sectors of activity than research (such as industry or education, for example, which interests us today...).

Firstly, let's take a look at private astronomy lessons, and then we will discuss institutional courses, which means at university level. In practice, private lessons come in various forms and are available for all levels: - There are traditional at-home tutoring sessions. In this case, the student and teacher come to an agreement on where and when to meet. The teacher can either offer to teach at their home or travel to the student's home. The advantage of direct interaction between the teacher and the student is that both can agree on the time and location of the lesson. - These days, online courses via video chats have become increasingly popular. In recent years, many instructors have turned to this method, which is highly practical as it allows the student and teacher to work freely from home. The constraints of distance and transport are reduced to a minimum, and the options for online courses continue to expand. - There is also the option of group lessons, which has also seen a significant increase in interest in recent years. Many teachers offer small group lessons, like lectures, but with fewer students. The main advantage of group lessons is that teachers offer a reduced fee, depending on the number of students. It is not uncommon for classmates or friends to gather for group lessons, as studying in a group is often more motivating and cost-effective. Moving on from private lessons, let's discuss institutional courses. At the university level, the astronomy curriculum is intended for a specific audience of students who have already encountered scientific concepts in the past. Typically, the students are aspiring researchers, who, in addition to teaching, continue to produce research papers and studies on fundamental topics such as exoplanets, Fermi's paradox, gravitational waves, the expansion of the Universe, black holes, etc. However, this is not mandatory, as some instructors solely fulfill a teaching role and are content with that.

When we talk about certain disciplines, it is important to be realistic and seek the help of an older sibling, a friend, a father or a mother. However, this is not enough (unless that person has deeply studied astronomy in the past… of course). Practicing astronomy and astrophysics involves more than just gazing at the night sky, admiring the stars while thinking about the big bang, searching for the ISS, frequenting observation sites, or mapping out the stars from Earth's atmosphere (with all the light pollution and focal issues that entails)… A professional teacher not only possesses knowledge, but also certain qualities that make them a good teacher, with the first of these being pedagogy. When teaching, one must be able to speak correctly about the Hubble (and now Kepler) space telescopes, Cassini, astronomical phenomena, dark matter and dark energy, gas giants, the Andromeda galaxy, the Little Dipper or Big Dipper, meteorites, Saturn's rings, Mercury, Mars, Pluto, Jupiter, Venus or Uranus, star clusters, nebulae, satellites, comets, NASA, or even the Perseids... Of course, a good teacher must be pedagogical, but to be effective, a teacher must also have a certain sense of organization, which includes finding an appropriate balance between the time spent preparing lessons and teaching them. The teacher must display versatility and have a sense of priorities to avoid being overwhelmed at work, as well as creativity, to offer new ways of learning or evaluating students. Listening and curiosity are also essential qualities to keep up with the constantly evolving field of astronomy, including new technologies or discoveries. Finally, a professional in education should possess a good general culture, as this can help to place certain knowledge in a historical context (placing Copernicus, Galileo, and Kepler on a chronological timeline, for example). A good teacher must also be able to adapt, as each student is different, each class has its specificities, and without the ability to adapt, it will be difficult to reach the entire audience or transmit knowledge optimally. To sum it up, you can add a touch of charisma and natural authority, as well as mastery of computer tools, to perfect the profile of a teacher passionate about their profession and astronomy in a broader sense!

Several reasons should encourage you to consider taking (or having someone else take) courses, and that's what we'll see together. Private lessons, at home or in a structured setting, have a major advantage: they adapt to all students and therefore represent a tailor-made alternative for success in their schooling, regardless of the level envisaged. Taking lessons with an astronomy teacher will allow you to learn at your own pace, without pressure (and that changes everything), and in complete confidence. Whether it is to work on very specific areas and difficulties in a particular subject (calculating distances, speeds, trajectories, coordinates...), before a backlog is created that will subsequently be much more difficult to fill... Whether it is to provide homework support during the school year, because this moment is more digestible when accompanied... Or whether it is still to prepare for an exam, resorting to courses represents a perfectly natural and relevant solution. From a first contact, the teacher will get an idea of your level, then set clear objectives for each session, and propose a pedagogy adapted to the case by case. Often, when taking courses, it is an opportunity to discover new methods of learning and memorization that would be more suitable for one's way of learning. Moreover, private lessons help to gain confidence. The child may feel freer to express themselves and ask all the questions they have in mind. For some, a revision session at home is also the ideal opportunity to let their creativity run free and to broaden their horizons a bit with questions they wouldn't have dared to ask in another context.

To be honest, regardless of the place, region, or department you find yourself or live in, as long as there is a university in the vicinity, finding astronomy courses should not pose too much of a problem. To start, we advise you to ask around your acquaintances and relatives, as always, as word of mouth is an excellent way to find the right address for anything related to education. You can also, why not, mention it to the teachers at the local college or high school... If the search yields nothing, know that it is then possible to use the Internet. Once on the web, regardless of the search engine used, we invite you to consult a site like StarOfService, for example, which lists all the education professionals, depending on where you are searching and where you live. In just a few clicks, the site will allow you to obtain the company's contact information and contact it in the next few minutes to inquire about its availability.

Instead of giving you a specific rate or price range, we want to emphasize that your geographical location can have a significant impact on the prices charged. Therefore, understand that the price range we will give you is subjective. After taking these precautions, we can specify that the price range we will give you is based on an average price obtained from several dozen services. Based on our survey, the cost of an astronomy class of about one hour starts at 18-20 €. For a higher level astronomy class (with a student researcher or a highly reputed teacher), the price will be around 35 €, but it can go up to 45 € or even 50 € per hour in some cases. Furthermore, it goes without saying that the longer the class, the higher the price will be. Most private astronomy teachers charge by the hour. However, they often offer packages that cover one or several classes per week over one or two trimesters. These packages are practical and often designed to encompass critical periods, such as the start of school, the period before exams, etc. Please note that in case you need to cancel a class at the last minute, the teacher may charge cancellation fees. Therefore, you should inquire about the cancellation policy before engaging with a specific teacher or service providing private classes.

We already explained earlier that word-of-mouth is one of the best ways to find an effective astronomy teacher. That's why, in the first place, we advise you to start by asking your friends, family, and acquaintances. They may have heard of an artisan or a company that offers excellent services right near you. If not, use the internet and take a look at some professional referencing websites like StarOfService. You will find lists of astronomy teaching professionals, among others, who operate in your area, as well as reviews and comments from clients who have used their services. This point is crucial and we invite you to take the time to read these reviews, which really shed light on the quality of the work and pedagogy of the professional in question. Once you have found the right person, make sure to check their availability, ensure that the prices correspond to what you have planned or are willing to pay, and clearly state the deadlines you would like to meet, etc. Last little tip on the subject: if some professionals offer prices that are far below market rates, generally this is not a guarantee of top-quality services, so be wary and do your research.

- How long have you been working in this profession? What education or degree do you have in order to practice this activity? - What are your rates? Could I have the details? - Will you provide me with a formal quote before we start the lessons? - What is your availability? - Can you guarantee to respect the deadlines and prices that we will agree upon?