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Hello, I am currently pursuing an Associate's degree in Web Development. I hope to complete this program later this year and then transfer to a four-year program. However, I am struggling with which major to choose - Information Technology (likely with some specialization such as Software Development or Database Management) or Computer Science? What degree is more versatile; are there certain jobs one would likely be able to obtain with one but not the other?
To give a little background information in order to better direct any advice - I personally would love to land a job as a computer or web programmer, or perhaps a web developer. I love math, science, and programming. I personally do not have strong customer-service skills. I certainly believe I could courteously interact with team members and customers; however, I am extremely shy and lack social skills. I value job security and typically enjoy routine. Wages and upward mobility are not significant concerns for me. I do prefer an environment that allows for some challenge or use of skills (I think any form of programming will meet this need), but I do not believe I handle stress well.
Does anyone have any suggestions or advice on how the two majors compare and contrast or which may be a better option given my profile?
Thanks much,
Kelly Marchewa
To give a little background information in order to better direct any advice - I personally would love to land a job as a computer or web programmer, or perhaps a web developer. I love math, science, and programming. I personally do not have strong customer-service skills. I certainly believe I could courteously interact with team members and customers; however, I am extremely shy and lack social skills. I value job security and typically enjoy routine. Wages and upward mobility are not significant concerns for me. I do prefer an environment that allows for some challenge or use of skills (I think any form of programming will meet this need), but I do not believe I handle stress well.
Does anyone have any suggestions or advice on how the two majors compare and contrast or which may be a better option given my profile?
Thanks much,
Kelly Marchewa