I have a Computing degree, no idea if this differs from Computer Science. UK Uni. I got in to a lower Uni though (did do well as wanted at A-Levels but then I only have myself to blame there) and it was alright.
Of course I could go on able how I feel I did the wrong course, it wasn't specialised enough and not practical enough. Didn't even do Web Development which is what field I'm in now, all self taught. But courses change and the way they teach has changed since i did it a few years ago now.
| SamuelRSmith said: I'm currently studying Computer Science (with Artificial Intelligence) at the University of Kent. ---- Outside of videogames, however, the industry is much, much more forgiving. There is an industry-wide shortage of professionals across the globe. Holding a degree in Computer Science, and related fields, is pretty much like holding an invitation to any of the major developed countries. Some parts of the world, such as San Jose, Cali (Silicon Valley) are constantly on the hunt for graduates, all over the globe. There is a shortage: last year, Google gave out a company-wide pay increase of around 15%, to stop their workers leaving and going to other companies. Other countries, which are notoriously hard to get in, such as Australia, will also let you in if you hold a degree in CS. All-in-all, for the most part, a degree in CS is fantastic for getting work (and, let's face it, the jobs are far more rewarding and exciting than the norm), getting you around the world, and getting you decent pay. |
Ooh, Canterbury lad huh? I went to Christ Church Uni.
I'm actually holding back about my cynical view of jobs after though. If you work hard and the course has good specialisations then you'll be fine.
Hmm, pie.
