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What are some possible career avenues if I am interested in both computer science and public policy??

I've been passionate about both CS and policy for some time, and would like to eventually choose a career that allows me to work in both fields. Are there any careers or college majors that fit both these criteria, which will allow me to pursue both fields?

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Hassan’s Answer

You could major in the subject that you're most passionate about and minor in the other. Another approach would be to major in the one that's easier for you and minor/take classes in the other.

Odds are that majoring in CS would be the higher paying route and offer more job options as well as job security. I think the CS technical skills are harder to learn and there are fewer policy makers with that technical expertise. So having that CS background may help even in policy type of positions.
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John’s Answer

Sathvik,

If you are passionate about both, one suggestion would be to pursue a career as an Attorney focusing on Tech Intellectual Property. This can afford you the option of either (1) helping companies trademark their Tech or (2) focus on laws/policies around technology.
Thank you comment icon Thank you so much, John! Sathvik
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Jessica’s Answer

Some options that come to mind are cyber security, technology infrastructure,
Fintech, and military technology.

Data science might be worth looking into, as well as AI, which will be a foundation for a lot of what you might work on.

I would encourage you to major in CS and minor in public policy or polisci, because that will open up more opportunities for you.
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