Kemi
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
3 answers
Prakash 'pk' Trivedi
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.
Chetana Kesireddy
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.
Daniel Moy
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.
Thank you!
Kemi