astrology
The study of the movements and positions of celestial bodies and interpretation of these to predict natural earthly occurrences and the lives and behaviour of people.
astrology — the study of the movements and positions of celestial bodies and interpretation of these to predict natural earthly occurrences and the lives and behaviour of people. McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the evolving band (SCI 50.68/100) — the skill will still matter in 2030 but the nature of the work is changing. ESCO classifies it as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill within knowledge. It is currently listed by 1 occupations in our catalogue, including astrologer.
Occupations that require astrology
Showing top 1 of 1 occupations · ranked by India employment volume, then AI-durability.
Frequently asked questions
What is astrology?
The study of the movements and positions of celestial bodies and interpretation of these to predict natural earthly occurrences and the lives and behaviour of people.
What category of skill is astrology?
ESCO classifies astrology under the knowledge category, specifically in the social and behavioural sciences not elsewhere classified subcategory.
Is astrology an AI-durable skill?
McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the evolving band (SCI 50.68/100) — the skill will still matter in 2030 but the nature of the work is changing. Continue investing, but pair it with the AI-tool workflow that is reshaping the field so you evolve with it.
Which jobs require astrology?
In our catalogue, 1 occupations list astrology as a required or important skill. The top occupations by employment volume include astrologer.
How transferable is astrology between industries?
ESCO tags astrology as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.
Is astrology the same as horoscopy?
Yes — astrology is also known as horoscopy, or stargazing. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.
How can I learn astrology?
The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands astrology and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.