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What careers can I get with a computer science degree?

I recently changed my major to computer science due to my interest in programming. But, I also want to know what are some of the career options I can consider in the future. I have heard about computer science students working in the GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and in the Astronomy field. This led to be think that there are many more job careers in computer science than I previously thought but it would be nice if someone could list a couple of careers. #computer-science

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Prakash 'pk'’s Answer

Hi,
You did the right thing by selecting Computer Science as field of study. Sky is the limit. It is important to have strong background in Mathematics (Statistics), algorithms, and lots of programming languages (like python, java, java script, etc.). Emerging areas such as Internet of Things (IoT), Cloud Computing, and Data Science are all open to a computer science graduate. Data science especially can be applied to all other scientific fields such as the two you mentioned and many more. Try to learn Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud computing (AWS has student access and lots of free-tier access).
Good luck on your studies and bright future it holds.
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Daniel’s Answer

For specific career options, there's a lot of variety.


Programming
Software architecture
Software Engineering (sort of a combination of the above two)
Test engineer
Program management
With sufficiently strong stats background, then various quant positions are also available.


Basically everything is driven by computers now, so everyone is hiring comp sci people. Your bank likely employs programmers.
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Chetana’s Answer

Remember that many employers accept applications from graduates with any degree subject, so don't restrict your thinking to the jobs listed here.

Job options

Jobs directly related to your degree include:


Application analyst

Application developer

Cyber security analyst

Data analyst

Database administrator

Forensic computer analyst

Games developer

Information systems manager

IT consultant

Multimedia programmer

Penetration tester

SEO specialist

Software engineer

System analyst

UX designer

Web designer

Web developer


Jobs where your degree would be useful include:

Digital copywriter

IT sales professional

IT trainer

Nanotechnologist

Network engineer

PPC specialist

Socila media manager

Sopply chain manager

Technical author

Web content manager


Common employers are IT consultancies and IT service providers. However, as most businesses rely on computers to function effectively, there are also opportunities within the IT departments of major organisations in sectors such as:

  • aerospace and defence
  • agricultural
  • financial services
  • healthcare
  • manufacturing
  • public and third sectors
  • retail
  • telecommunications.
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