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internationalman:
Engineering is almost about computer hardwares while science is about software...

But both of them are scam.

Some computer science students can't even operate a computer.

Sad reality, i studied computer science in UNIUYO, so i can releate. But i thank God for the internet, through which i learnt coding and was introduced to the immortal world of blogging and ecommerce which i make a very decent living from today. If you want o be a computer scientist, study it outside Nigeria. That is when you will know that Most compter analyst are welled paid than medical professonals.

Otyemmanuel:
Sad reality, i studied computer science in UNIUYO, so i can releate. But i thank God for the internet, through which i learnt coding and was introduced to the immortal world of blogging and ecommerce which i make a very decent living from today. If you want o be a computer scientist, study it outside Nigeria. That is when you will know that Most compter analyst are welled paid than medical professonals.

Please I'm interested I'd like you to teach me.

My advicE go for computer science! but don't expect to be a certified scientist when you graduate without going out to seek training in any field concerning computer science.... school will teach you theory while you pick the design practical knowledge outside.

Back in my institution days I taught my same senior lecturals on how to develop seriess of website
i decided not to charge them any amount because I knw we go still meet for CGPa matta still yet them pay me for my services...

not to talk of students...
teaching Dem programs
helping them with assignment
all money involved...

choosing c/s is not d priority but what u become of it

internationalman:
Engineering is almost about computer hardwares while science is about software...

But both of them are scam.

Some computer science students can't even operate a computer.

While some of them are hackers and other venture into yahoo yahoo

internationalman:
Engineering is almost about computer hardwares while science is about software...

But both of them are scam.

Some computer science students can't even operate a computer.

A computer science student 3rd year in the university could not code a website. He was flawed by a 15 years old girl with 3 weeks internship experience, who fixed all the errors the website was generating, and it was able to run smoothly.

What are our universities turning into? I was shocked to hear that they are still been taught how to program in obsolete languages like FOTRAN, BASIC ETC.

Maj196:
If I were to go back to school i will surely opt for computer science. Don't ask my why

You said I shouldn't ask you why, but pls I really want to know why you would choose computer science over computer engineering.

MountainView:
Computer Engineering is defined as the discipline that embodies the science and technology of design, construction, implementation, and maintenance of software and hardware components of modern computing systems and computer-controlled equipment.

Source: Google

While

Computer Science is the study of both computable and non-computable algorithms.

Source: Me

a very complete definition.

computer engineer,givs you an advantage to be a coren registered engineer,if you need,it enable to work as an electrical/electronic engineer.if you like yourself,you better go for computer engineering.

have you heard of software engineering before?
thats a branch of coputer engineering.

if you even go into programing,you will be doig that as an engineer not as a mr.

Silas6:
You said I shouldn't ask you why, but pls I really want to know why you would choose computer science over computer engineering.

Computer science has more prospect than computer engineering. Forget about what those up there are saying. Coupled with a vast programming knowledge you are good to go.

First ask yourself this questions, am I good at solving problems with calculation and idea? Or am good at fixing things?? Then you will know the answer to your post sir.
Because computer science deal with software, how you can solve problems with codes and programs and so on. While computer eng. Deal with hardware, by replacing damage components with new one or fixing the damage components....

You can still make more research on google sir.

Maj196:
Computer science has more prospect than computer engineering. Forget about what those up there are saying. Coupled with a vast programming knowledge you are good to go.

That just it. There is a lot in com sci.
Graphics design, web design, data analysis, IT analysis, Intern analysis, software coding freelance, digital marketing and so on sir. My friend just discovery another job through com sci.

Silas6:
You said I shouldn't ask you why, but pls I really want to know why you would choose computer science over computer engineering.

because he knows that there is a lot of opportunities in com sci especially when you have chance to leave this country to Canada or Zurich.

Silas6:
Please my fellow nairalanders I wan't to know the difference between computer science and computer engineering. Because I'm actually in a dilemma at this very moment. I don't really know which to go for when furthering my schooling.

Settle for CS and focus on Data Science.

ibawon:
No! In this day and age 2 out of 5 people can operate a computer to its barest minimum but what about a computer engineering student that can't even fix a RAM to the motherboard let alone build a PC
Or a computer science student that can't even write a Basic programme.
You really don't need to go to a university to be a computer science or engineering expert and that's the truth but there are thousands of professional courses that give good certifications and recognition it just takes time and extreme dedication.
If you really do need the degree then go to Private University.
My friend why don't you go for Information technology or Data management courses, because Data is now the new gold ask Facebook and Google.

would any professional course teach you mathematics of computers or theory or the design behind it? Some of the programs or hardware you see were invented by people who understood the theory behind it, how then do you want Nigerians to compete globally in the ICT world, if we dont go to a university were we learn the theory behind computing?

Lordpeckxy:
very well then...
Thats was what people told mark at first.!!
Do you know what One Successful app can do for you

my brother why are you wasting time quoting people who think oil would last forever

Silas6:
Please my fellow nairalanders I wan't to know the difference between computer science and computer engineering. Because I'm actually in a dilemma at this very moment. I don't really know which to go for when furthering my schooling.

As far as university courses go (in Nigeria at least), it is the same thing. Whether they call the department Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, etc, they all teach the same courses - Algorithms, Data structures, Computer Architecture and Hardware, Programming, Database management systems, Artificial intelligence, Compiler theory etc.

If you want to make a decision on what to study, then instead of comparing "science" vs "engineering", compare the schools offering the courses and see which one have better standards and reputation in the field. The name of the school/course on your degree is not as important in the software industry as in other fields, so what really matters is that you don't go to a school where you end up wasting four years of your life just cramming textbook without learning any thing that will actually help you get a job.

stonemasonn:
Go for computer science, don't waste your time with engineering..both honestly have no value currently in Nigeria.

While you're at it learn MS and Linux systems on your own and try your hands on computer networking, programming and database development(SQL), see which one you'll like to dabble with in the future.

Good luck.

what do you mean by "both honestly have no value in nigeria

internationalman:
Engineering is almost about computer hardwares while science is about software...

But both of them are scam.

Some computer science students can't even operate a computer.

Operation of a computer isn't in anyway related to computer science. You goofed.

CodeTemplar:
Operation of a computer isn't in anyway related to computer science. You goofed.

what are you saying..

How can a computer science students not know how to operate a computer

internationalman:
what are you saying..

How can a computer science students not know how to operate a computer

Must a mechanical engineering grad know how to drive a car or a vehicle ( truck, bike, tricycle etc) for him to be considered competent as a graduate? No. Computer science is different from MIS (Management and Info Systems) and even at that MIS isn't about computer operation.
As I speak to you, new programs are being written in unique ways in their thousands and it will be gross ignorance for you to on expect a grad of 4-5 years ago to know what is being produced today.

Even old software like Windows OSes and Co get updated often and there is no course like computer operation in a university system for this simple reason. Please stop basing your points or expectation on empty ideas.
What you suggesting is like making operations of machines a course for Mech Engrs. How will they adapt when new machines with different controls get churned out after their graduation? You goofed.

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Engineering like they say is hardware
I know alot of people that regret studying computer science.

You can learn everything about computer science at home.

Computer Engineering, you build circuits, work with logic gates.

While computer science, its just Web design, graphics design, data base, word, and a few maths, don't be deceived.

Quicksilver14:
Engineering like they say is hardware
I know alot of people that regret studying computer science.

You can learn everything about computer science at home.

Computer Engineering, you build circuits, work with logic gates.

While computer science, its just Web design, graphics design, data base, word, and a few maths, don't be deceived.

Get your things right, fella

Guest14:
Get your things right, fella

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