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What can you do with a Computer Science major?

In Computer Science you can expect to study discrete mathematics, probability and statistics, linear algebra, physics and so much more. Basically, Computer Science is the study of computer systems and how they function. If you want to dig deeper and really learn the ins and outs of the machines, networks, and systems and could see yourself working as a computer network architect, computer programmer or a network or systems administrator, then this might be the right major for you!

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Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction
1:53 - What is Computer Science + Why study it
3:24 - Course progression + What you really study
5:33 - Who should study Computer Science
6:02 - Common pitfalls
7:26 - What can you do with Computer Science + Next steps
10:08 - Conclusion
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[yeahBradley]

This is a good description. I do think the video should have emphasized more strongly how necessary internships are. My internship was canceled due to covid in 2020 and I struggled to find entry-level employment after graduating in 2021. It ultimately took 8 months and 121 applications (yes I kept a spreadsheet of my job search.) Also, nobody is going to give you an internship after you graduate. They're exclusively looking for sophomores and juniors.

[StalePhish]

Cannot stress enough to get an internship! They usually will pay good too as opposed to some other industries which don't pay anything (which should be illegal). I got an internship for the summer after my junior year and opted to work almost full time hours, then stayed in for my fall semester, graduated a little early, and got hired the day after graduation! After 13 years at this job, it's a great career and is always challenging, rarely boring

[AMatiukas]

Note that a BA in comp sci will have different required courses than a BS in CS. This definitely changes some of what you are learning but it is less of a difference than it is treated as once out in the real world (BS generally treated as significantly more rigorous than a BA).

[LauraOtermat]

I got my Computer Science degree 15 years ago, and it's opened many doors and led to a comfortable life building things. But one thing I'm just realizing now is how much more transferrable the qualifications are. Lots of fields require you to be certified by local boards, not so with Software Engineering, we can move between states without a problem and get on the shortlist for visas in other countries.

[Username-bp]

I have a (non-college, i live outside the US) degree in CS. I highly recommend the field to people who have fun solving puzzles and problems.

I also recommend actively maintaining offline hobbies if you go into CS. It's super important to spend time off your screen and do sports when you constantly work with computers.

[Botnix]

I’m really interested in computer science and I definitely want to major in it. This was an incredibly useful video, Thanks so much crash course team 😁 I hope I’ll one day look back at this comment as a full computer scientist 😄

[Username-bp]

If you go into CS as a woman or nonbinary person it's good to be prepared for weird reactions to your gender. That doesn't mean you shouldn't go into the field, but unfortunately people will treat you differently

[alexixp]

This video was so helpful in pointing me the right direction to align my interests in computer science and mobile app development. Thank you!

[trevinbeattie]

This was my major! I knew I wanted to get into it ever since I was introduced to computers in junior high. The only question I had during my Bachelor’s program was whether to continue into post-graduate studies for a Master or go into the job market with a Bachelor. My only regret (maybe) is focusing exclusively on studies and not looking for a part-time programming job or internship while in school, because after graduation I found all of the job postings were looking for people with prior work experience. Luckily I was able to get my foot in the door in a couple of places by showing code I had developed on my own as a hobby.

[G-Tarun]

Hey Study Hall team! Can you build a Shorts playlist too, alongside the Fast Guides, How to College, and Foundational Topics ones? Curating your videos into handy playlists seems like a core part of how you present your work to students, so I hope there's a playlist for finding all the Study Hall Advice Shorts in one place! Love the videocall-style vibe of the Shorts, and of course the conversational explainer style of Crash Course/Fast Guides!

[G-Tarun]

Hi Study Hall! I've finally arrived at the perfect Study Hall x Khan Academy collaboration formula: embed relevant Fast Guides into Khan Academy courses, to show students what they can do if they major in a subject! This is possible for CS, Data Science, History, English, Sustainability, Mechanical Engineering, and Biology! I've also compiled a playlist with the description outlining which KA courses a given Fast Guide can be featured in. Seeing a Fast Guide in the opening unit of a course helps students see the connection between mastery and real-world opportunity.

[silvianaa]

My reasons for choosing CS: I like puzzles and technology (new technology is interesting to me), I think I can use the degree to work in the area I want (film industry, back end or on set). The internships for CS degrees are the most interesting (like Apple, marvel, Disney, and any company to exist tbh.

[mle_mae]

Pursuing certifications like Security Plus or CISSP would definitely open the door to many more opportunities and put you a cut above the rest. It's especially helpful if you weren't able to get an internship as it's another means of showing that you have experience in this field

[HopeRock]

This is one I definitely want to do. It is very broad and very useful. Problem is I want to do Computer Science with some other science degree, probably Physics or Biology. I love both equally and for different reasons and can't choose between them I want to either study evolution or theoretical physics both of which work well with computers.

[iTzDritte]

I focused on theoretical computer science in school, which is amazing for getting a job at a FAANG company, but useless for actually doing this job. Don’t worry, that’s still fine. You can learn anything on the job, but you have to get the job first.

[sylvainmax]

I wish I am as smart as you guys. I love maths and computers but they don’t love me

[laylae]

Post these faster y’all I have to pick my courses soon 😭

[jimjamjerry]

Hey all, I’m so in between computer, science and nursing. I have a huge passion for both, I would love to help people. I’m also very interested in psychology and love working with people. I would love some advice

[metropolis]

Great content. My only feedback is that the lighting of the presenter could be better done. I've heard this is especially true with people of colour.

[dinkleb]

Do not get a masters in CS if your goal is a higher corporate salary. It is never worth it