Should I major in computer science?
When you saw how badly you were doing on the work for these math classes, what did you do about it? Did you get a tutor? Form a study group? Go to professor's office hours? Or did you just try to struggle through it on your own? Thing is, you need to do very, very well in math for computer science. However, it may be that something has gone wrong re: your adjusting to college-level math. You used to get As! Something has gone very wrong. I can't say that you suck at math, past evidence shows that you do not; it may be that something about your approach to these classes is wrong. So if you really like CS, one idea is to take calculus, which I believe is the next math you need to take in the series, yes? Take calculus (or whatever the next math is) next term, but go to the tutoring center from week 1, form a study group with 5-6 other students and meet weekly, go to professor's office hours to review your exams, and then see how you do. If you figure it out and start doing well, then continue on for CS. If you don't get an A or a B, though, then look at other, perhaps computer-related fields that don't require as much math: MIS, for example, or other majors related to IT don't require as much math, and yet are all about computers and etc. You may find your match there. Talk to your advisor as well. I know you can't repeat pre-calc and use your financial aid to do so, but will the school let you audit the class next term, so you can basically re-take it before you move on to calc? But without knowing if you got tutors and etc. for these math classes, I can't tell you if you should make that switch immediately, or else continue on for CS. You'll have to make that judgment.
What do Computer Science majors usually get wrong about Computer Science?
Some students may not realize that Computer Science is an incredibly broad field. It’s not just X, where X is whatever you think it is supposed be about— digital design, computation theory, programming language paradigms, software architecture, database engine design, operating systems, artificial intelligence, data structures, etc. etc.If you really want to be an applied philosopher, which is what a computer scientist might actually be as distinguished from a technician, your education must be generalist and well-rounded. You may encounter several topics of study that are simultaneously of little interest and great difficulty to you. You need to just suck it up and plow through it.Once you find your place in the economy, you’ll certainly wonder why you expended so much effort mastering !X, but that’s just 20/20 hindsight.
What do people get wrong about computer science majors?
We’ve all been coding since the age of 5.We all play a lot of video games.We know every character from Star Trek and Star Wars.We’re all introverts.We can all fix your computer.We can all “hack.”We’re not athletic or strong.We don’t go out on the town like “normal people.”We’ll all work at Google or Facebook.
What to do if I hate my computer science major?
I'm a junior and I'm majoring in CS. I think technology is pretty cool; I always stay on top with the latest technology with tech news apps. It's just the programming part that I hate, especially c++ and java. I find programming tedious and difficult. I only did it because my parents would pay my tuition for me because "that's where the jobs are." I wanted to study business instead. Don't tell me to change my major because it would be pointless. I'm already halfway done and getting my bachelors degree would take longer. I'm also thinking of getting a masters degree in something What should I do at this point? Does it get any better? Do software engineers code all the time?
Why are non-science or math college majors looked down upon?
It seems as if all college majors that are not in the sciences are looked down upon. Many people say they are completely useless. They are also seemed as easy majors. Why? It bothers me because I am not really bad at math or science, but I don't think I would like to make either math or science my future career.
I am a computer science major. I am not good at programming. Should I pursue CS or should I change my major?
What makes you say that you are not "good at programming?"Is it "imposter syndrome?" Have you bombed a couple software engineering interviews (but then, at what companies)? Do you just have low grades? If so, then ask yourself why - you can't seem to wrap your head around it? It's boring? Is there just some aspect of CS you don't feel confident in, so therefore you think you aren't good overall? Dig a little deeper before giving up!There are tons of different roles out there that involve tons of types of programming. Even if you aren't the brightest engineer to walk the face of the earth, a degree in CS can take you a lot of places. For just one of many possible examples, many tech companies prefer their product managers have technical backgrounds.Also, consider the reputation of your school's CS program - if it's relatively unknown and you aren't doing well, this is another pretty good reason to switch because it'll probably land you in a boring, low end job.But at the end of the day, do you love it? If yes, you'll find yourself putting in the time to get better (or more confident). If not, you won't and should switch (especially if you have other interests you could happily pursue).
Bad at math but wanting to major in Computer Science?
I'm bad at math, I'm in Algebra II and a senior in High School. I want to major in Computer Science, but I am not good at math - but I really love computers, technology and I am good at that. I looked at my University's site and it says I have to take Calculus and math higher than that and I don't know if I will be able to handle it because right now I can't even handle Algebra. I like math.. I'm just not good at it.. Maybe because I'm not really focused? Or concentrating or doing my homework really... And I don't really ask for help either. I just show up for class, listen to the teacher and do my work, and that's it. Maybe math just hasn't clicked for me yet. I'm also a female, and there's not many females in Computer Science so I would likely to get a job right away after college compared to guys. ...I am also artistic and creative... I can draw very well, write well and play three instruments.... I do projects and presentations extremely creatively, they stand out compared to everyone else really... Should I change my major or keep it?
Is it right to say "I am a computer science major"?
If you major in Computer Science (it is your program as an undergraduate), then yes, you can say that. I am pretty sure this should be obvious. People label themselves by their majors all the time. If you are not entered into that program, or not a major but claim this, I would advise not to.