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Electrical Enginnering vs. Computer Science

What industry has bigger growth and more opportunities for young people? Also, what are the advantages of each field in terms of professional growth and overall job quality? #computer-science #engineering #programming #electrical-engineering

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Daniel’s Answer

I would argue comp sci, hands down. Don't get me wrong, there's lots of opportunity in both fields. Just comp sci right now is going through insane growth.


I graduated undergrad with separate degrees in CS and EE, and the job opportunities for CS across the board had better pay and tended to be more interesting.


Job quality is probably comparable..


It's also possible this will change. For example EE is harder, in my opinion. Thus there is a floor below which you won't be able to fall as an EE. It's entirely possible that in a couple decades most of the current CS work is automated, and if you didn't stay ahead of the curve you get left behind.
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Liam’s Answer

IMHO, A Double E degree is more prestigious and difficult to get. I know a lot of EE type people and they have a deeper understanding of how computers and electronics work than you will get from any CS program. If you choose a EE program; use CS classes as your elective and look at the possibility of a CS Minor designation. You can always pursue your MS in CS or IS even with a Double E undergrad degree.

You will find that a EE degree holds weight with CS opportunities, but a CS degree will most likely, Not qualify you for a EE opportunity.
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Joe’s Answer

I would describe this as a win-win situation. I don't think you can go wrong in either. Each bridges across to the other in many ways, so in learning one you'll learn a lot about the other. As an Engineer in the wireless industry I use computer programming a lot in building automations and useful interfaces for doing my day-to-day job. Here is where it gets interesting: If you go the engineering route you'll come up with problems that need solving, and because you have a strong "Why" and an idea of "How" it will make building up the code/software to solve those problems more interesting.

Joe recommends the following next steps:

Start thinking of problems you'd like to solve. Explore if somebody has come up with a clever solution. If not you may already have some worthy opportunities trying your hand at those.
Don't worry about the financial benefits of one vs. the other. Both fields have great financial opportunities and high demand. Find what you can enjoy doing for years and enjoy the journey.
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