planetE:
Since you do not have intense passion for the course that you are currently studying, I will gladly advice you to change your path to where your desires and strength lie. Your age is not a factor to be put into consideration because you are still relatively young. So do not follow the path that will make you unhappy and frustrated for the rest of your life.

God1000:
I think you should change course instead of dropping out

Kibbs:
I'm 22, currently in my 3rd year (first semester) of a 5year course - Elect Elect. The problem is it's a course I have no passion or likeness for.

A lot of days, since 20lvl to be exact, I'm in class and I'm like "What am I doing here?". I see how my coursemates faces light up when something new is being taught or when practicals are going on but it's the exact opposite for me. I'm unattentive in 80% of the classes and no matter how hard I try, I'm never as focused during practicals like the rest cus I just don't have any interest in going on.

The two solutions I'm considering :
The first is to change courses, although that will set me back a year which means I'll be 25 by the time I'm done, 26 if NYSC is calculated. I already lost 4yrs waiting for admission so the thought of being setback another year makes me cringe esp when I'll be just a few years from 30 when I'm eventually done. That is if the possibility of yet another ASUU strike isn't considered o. Time is precious.

The second is just dropping out and maybe going to one of the recognised IT institutions to study an industry course cus I still have interest in IT related stuff. Infact, it was once a discussion during the days I was still home struggling to get into school so I'm sure I'll be backed. If I were to change courses sef in school, it would've been computer science. Another advantage of this for me is I'll be in Lagos permanently where I'll have opportunities to do several other things I want to do by the side as opposed to being in Ogbomosho (which is dead) where my school is. I never wanted to leave lag in the first place bit unilag had other ideas.


Well that's it.

Inputs welcome.


Would appreciate if this was moved to fp.

Kibbs:
I'm 22, currently in my 3rd year (first semester) of a 5year course - Elect Elect. The problem is it's a course I have no passion or likeness for.

A lot of days, since 20lvl to be exact, I'm in class and I'm like "What am I doing here?". I see how my coursemates faces light up when something new is being taught or when practicals are going on but it's the exact opposite for me. I'm unattentive in 80% of the classes and no matter how hard I try, I'm never as focused during practicals like the rest cus I just don't have any interest in going on.

The two solutions I'm considering :
The first is to change courses, although that will set me back a year which means I'll be 25 by the time I'm done, 26 if NYSC is calculated. I already lost 4yrs waiting for admission so the thought of being setback another year makes me cringe esp when I'll be just a few years from 30 when I'm eventually done. That is if the possibility of yet another ASUU strike isn't considered o. Time is precious.

The second is just dropping out and maybe going to one of the recognised IT institutions to study an industry course cus I still have interest in IT related stuff. Infact, it was once a discussion during the days I was still home struggling to get into school so I'm sure I'll be backed. If I were to change courses sef in school, it would've been computer science. Another advantage of this for me is I'll be in Lagos permanently where I'll have opportunities to do several other things I want to do by the side as opposed to being in Ogbomosho (which is dead) where my school is. I never wanted to leave lag in the first place bit unilag had other ideas.


Well that's it.

Inputs welcome.


Would appreciate if this was moved to fp.

GloriousGbola:
Ironically you can still tie electrical engineering to it related courses and coding.

The most important thing is to get a 2.1
If you are that bright, you can run cisco/networking related courses in parallel.

You can also teach yourself python.

The important thing is you come out of uni with actual marketable skills.

Personally I will avoid pushing anyone to any course. Whether a course pays you or not depends on your drive, your exposure, your networking.

SmartyPants:


An extra year is nothing. I was 26 when I went back to school to start all over in a second degree. In the grand scheme of your life, where you may hopefully live up to 70 and more, that one year will be absolutely nothing.

But are you certain it is comp science you really want? i would advise that you start taking some IT courses now before you switch so that you can be sure.

Education is best when you enjoy it so don't labour through something that you won't even be able to defend )since you don't pay attention).

Lordbinsmar:




Lastly, don't let any stupid Nigerian tell you say school naa scam no answer them ooo. They want to spoil your life..

Kibbs:
I'm 22, currently in my 3rd year (first semester) of a 5year course - Elect Elect. The problem is it's a course I have no passion or likeness for.

A lot of days, since 20lvl to be exact, I'm in class and I'm like "What am I doing here?". I see how my coursemates faces light up when something new is being taught or when practicals are going on but it's the exact opposite for me. I'm unattentive in 80% of the classes and no matter how hard I try, I'm never as focused during practicals like the rest cus I just don't have any interest in going on.

The two solutions I'm considering :
The first is to change courses, although that will set me back a year which means I'll be 25 by the time I'm done, 26 if NYSC is calculated. I already lost 4yrs waiting for admission so the thought of being setback another year makes me cringe esp when I'll be just a few years from 30 when I'm eventually done. That is if the possibility of yet another ASUU strike isn't considered o. Time is precious.

The second is just dropping out and maybe going to one of the recognised IT institutions to study an industry course cus I still have interest in IT related stuff. Infact, it was once a discussion during the days I was still home struggling to get into school so I'm sure I'll be backed. If I were to change courses sef in school, it would've been computer science. Another advantage of this for me is I'll be in Lagos permanently where I'll have opportunities to do several other things I want to do by the side as opposed to being in Ogbomosho (which is dead) where my school is. I never wanted to leave lag in the first place bit unilag had other ideas.


Well that's it.

Inputs welcome.


Would appreciate if this was moved to fp.

pizapato:



There is no need whatsoever to switch courses.

There is a tight connection between EEE and computer science. All he needs to do is to start learning how to code from now while studying to complete his first degree in EEE.

Once he has mastered coding, he will start to see the connection between the two fields and how he can harness the knowledge from the fields

Electrical cars and autonomous vehicles are examples of the connection between the fields.

Look at the big picture

englishmart:
Just try and complete it, then you completely abandon the certificate. I KNow of a medical doctor that's currently a shoe cobbler and a petrochemical engineer that's selling suya.

Kibbs:
I'm 22, currently in my 3rd year (first semester) of a 5year course - Elect Elect. The problem is it's a course I have no passion or likeness for.

A lot of days, since 20lvl to be exact, I'm in class and I'm like "What am I doing here?". I see how my coursemates faces light up when something new is being taught or when practicals are going on but it's the exact opposite for me. I'm unattentive in 80% of the classes and no matter how hard I try, I'm never as focused during practicals like the rest cus I just don't have any interest in going on.

The two solutions I'm considering :
The first is to change courses, although that will set me back a year which means I'll be 25 by the time I'm done, 26 if NYSC is calculated. I already lost 4yrs waiting for admission so the thought of being setback another year makes me cringe esp when I'll be just a few years from 30 when I'm eventually done. That is if the possibility of yet another ASUU strike isn't considered o. Time is precious.

The second is just dropping out and maybe going to one of the recognised IT institutions to study an industry course cus I still have interest in IT related stuff. Infact, it was once a discussion during the days I was still home struggling to get into school so I'm sure I'll be backed. If I were to change courses sef in school, it would've been computer science. Another advantage of this for me is I'll be in Lagos permanently where I'll have opportunities to do several other things I want to do by the side as opposed to being in Ogbomosho (which is dead) where my school is. I never wanted to leave lag in the first place bit unilag had other ideas.


Well that's it.

Inputs welcome.


Would appreciate if this was moved to fp.

Lordbinsmar:


Guy no jonze yourself oo. EE is one of the best engineering discipline oo. You can easily dive into IT sector if you are sound in EE. Some of the top guys in EE department during my days in OAU are fully into software engineering and the like. I studied mechanical engineering, but I am about to start my IT career through my masters programme. The IT part covers areas like internet of things, data analysis, autonomous systems, digital twin, virtual and argumented reality. It's just a specialization in my MSC course. I have seen several schorlars on Linkdlin with engineering background such as mech, elect, chemical and civil having an IT career.

Also, if you feel you really want to study computer science, start afresh, but make sure you have a solid GPA. A first class if possible.

Lastly, don't let any stupid Nigerian tell you say school naa scam no answer them ooo. They want to spoil your life..

VlamesIffect:


I was exactly like you in a top medical sciences course in a top federal uni in Nigeria. In short i had same issues with parents back in the day. I was forced into the medical line but i wanted engineering. I asked myself what the hell am i doing here? I was done with all this. I know your pain, i know your exact pain. I eventually stopped attending classes then i dropped out to discover what i wanted in life. The journey wasn't easy trust me you need Valle big fvvcking balls to stand by what you want. & Going against people who spent money on you. Well at the end it was worth it for me. Your story can never be as mine. It depends on you.

If you're already doing something else that you have a passion for and has the potential to make it big then go for it. If you looking to start afresh on an unknown path then just close your eyes & finish trust me it's just 2 years. The time Will still pass anyway. It depends on what you do with it. This is as practical as it can get.

UchennaEjima:
I will be turning 50 in a few months time, I worked in Financial Services for almost 2 decades, rising to Regional Management Position, I studied Engineering and had an Msc and MBA!! None of these were my true callings nor aligned to the talents God imbued me with. I was in your circumstances in Secondary School; English and History were my standout subjects and I excelled in them, making an A2 and A1 respectively.

But as a very 'intelligent' student I was encouraged or rather compelled to do sciences. I can't say I have regrets about the path I took in life because I have made a huge success out of it, but I always knew I could have done better in a vocation that was my true calling and could harness the talents God imbued in me, and I am today moving in that direction in seeking for self actualization.

So, you are still young!! You can move in the direction your heart and head directs you, but be sure you are not running away from challenges!!

SPAMBOX7:
I dropped out school in 2019 and all my mates who are graduates now they broke asf.. That no mean say if you drop out you go make am I. We have different paths choose wisely

Kibbs:
I'm 22, currently in my 3rd year (first semester) of a 5year course - Elect Elect. The problem is it's a course I have no passion or likeness for.

A lot of days, since 20lvl to be exact, I'm in class and I'm like "What am I doing here?". I see how my coursemates faces light up when something new is being taught or when practicals are going on but it's the exact opposite for me. I'm unattentive in 80% of the classes and no matter how hard I try, I'm never as focused during practicals like the rest cus I just don't have any interest in going on.

The two solutions I'm considering :
The first is to change courses, although that will set me back a year which means I'll be 25 by the time I'm done, 26 if NYSC is calculated. I already lost 4yrs waiting for admission so the thought of being setback another year makes me cringe esp when I'll be just a few years from 30 when I'm eventually done. That is if the possibility of yet another ASUU strike isn't considered o. Time is precious.

The second is just dropping out and maybe going to one of the recognised IT institutions to study an industry course cus I still have interest in IT related stuff. Infact, it was once a discussion during the days I was still home struggling to get into school so I'm sure I'll be backed. If I were to change courses sef in school, it would've been computer science. Another advantage of this for me is I'll be in Lagos permanently where I'll have opportunities to do several other things I want to do by the side as opposed to being in Ogbomosho (which is dead) where my school is. I never wanted to leave lag in the first place bit unilag had other ideas.


Well that's it.

Inputs welcome
Would appreciate if this was moved to fp.

Kibbs:
I'm 22, currently in my 3rd year (first semester) of a 5year course - Elect Elect. The problem is it's a course I have no passion or likeness for.

A lot of days, since 20lvl to be exact, I'm in class and I'm like "What am I doing here?". I see how my coursemates faces light up when something new is being taught or when practicals are going on but it's the exact opposite for me. I'm unattentive in 80% of the classes and no matter how hard I try, I'm never as focused during practicals like the rest cus I just don't have any interest in going on.

The two solutions I'm considering :
The first is to change courses, although that will set me back a year which means I'll be 25 by the time I'm done, 26 if NYSC is calculated. I already lost 4yrs waiting for admission so the thought of being setback another year makes me cringe esp when I'll be just a few years from 30 when I'm eventually done. That is if the possibility of yet another ASUU strike isn't considered o. Time is precious.

The second is just dropping out and maybe going to one of the recognised IT institutions to study an industry course cus I still have interest in IT related stuff. Infact, it was once a discussion during the days I was still home struggling to get into school so I'm sure I'll be backed. If I were to change courses sef in school, it would've been computer science. Another advantage of this for me is I'll be in Lagos permanently where I'll have opportunities to do several other things I want to do by the side as opposed to being in Ogbomosho (which is dead) where my school is. I never wanted to leave lag in the first place bit unilag had other ideas.


Well that's it.

Inputs welcome.


Would appreciate if this was moved to fp.

Kibbs:
I'm 22, currently in my 3rd year (first semester) of a 5year course - Elect Elect. The problem is it's a course I have no passion or likeness for.

A lot of days, since 20lvl to be exact, I'm in class and I'm like "What am I doing here?". I see how my coursemates faces light up when something new is being taught or when practicals are going on but it's the exact opposite for me. I'm unattentive in 80% of the classes and no matter how hard I try, I'm never as focused during practicals like the rest cus I just don't have any interest in going on.

The two solutions I'm considering :
The first is to change courses, although that will set me back a year which means I'll be 25 by the time I'm done, 26 if NYSC is calculated. I already lost 4yrs waiting for admission so the thought of being setback another year makes me cringe esp when I'll be just a few years from 30 when I'm eventually done. That is if the possibility of yet another ASUU strike isn't considered o. Time is precious.

The second is just dropping out and maybe going to one of the recognised IT institutions to study an industry course cus I still have interest in IT related stuff. Infact, it was once a discussion during the days I was still home struggling to get into school so I'm sure I'll be backed. If I were to change courses sef in school, it would've been computer science. Another advantage of this for me is I'll be in Lagos permanently where I'll have opportunities to do several other things I want to do by the side as opposed to being in Ogbomosho (which is dead) where my school is. I never wanted to leave lag in the first place bit unilag had other ideas.


Well that's it.

Inputs welcome.


Would appreciate if this was moved to fp.

solomonope:


Your mom is correct in some way, Electrical Engineering is broad and you can specialize in many similar fields later.

basil123:
Bros please finish the Elect-Elect course. Organizations are available to train you on ICT courses for free (intern) with an Elect-Elect degree. The degree could open doors for you in other fields. Please be open minded and grab opportunities as they come.

wpadmin:
You are in your third year already. Don't drop out brother.

While in school, I knew people that were studying other courses and learnt programming and other IT related courses.

Finish Electrical but enrol for IT courses either online or offline.

At the end, you'll have both your degree and a professional certification in IT.

Also have in mind that dropping out and enrolling for computer science does not mean that you will be really good at any IT skill. Most of the syllabus in our schools are outdated.