To study astronomy, how long time a need to get it?

Question

To study astronomy, how long time a need to get it?

Answer 1

http://asktheastronomer.blogspot.com

Answer 2

If you love it don't let the time scare you. One of the nicest things about astronomy is you can do it and still keep your day job:)

And amateurs make some pretty cool discoveries since they have the time to really observe and not have to mess with data constantly:)

Answer 3

Most astronomers have a PhD in the field; there aren't too many jobs available if you don't have one.  A PhD in astronomy is about 8 - 14 years of college; 4 years for undergraduate (major in physics), 2 years for a masters, and 2-6 more years for a PhD (it doesn't take most people 6 years, but it's certainly not rare).