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Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by Niyi21: 9:41pm On Jan 10, 2019
Worldbest281:
please I don't know maybe anyone can help, am currently studying physics but I want to start learning coding /programming..please where can I learn it
I'm also a Physics student.. Start with Python it's easy to understand for a beginner.. Learning python will expose you to similar Concepts like object oriented programming which most Programming languages use.. Python is better to start with.. If you decide to move into Web development.. You can use Python Django.. A Back end programming Framework for web development.. Programming is Big.. Really Big
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by virus05(m): 9:44pm On Jan 10, 2019
javaRookie:
Most Comp. Scientist dont program at all google it.
PSUEDOCODE is the language they use then programmers implement that with any lang of their choice.
sad goto India.. In Uniport here sef Comp. Sci students learn C++
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by Asour: 9:55pm On Jan 10, 2019
Aku2078:
I have masters in food engineering, but where are those certificates of mine today, down down under my big ecolag box


Education is not the way forward now in this country,not until Buhari returns to Daura


My dear go and learn a skill or do a legit business
To be honest though, your food Engineering certification shouldn't be left to rot.

I can easily think of a number of possibilities already with it.

Funny. Everyone always seem to need what he/she doesn't have.
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by Quigley: 10:00pm On Jan 10, 2019
dauddy97:
I love programming and I love Mathematics. I choose Mathematics myself when I applied for jamb since 2017. Currently in 200lvl. My eldest brother called my dad and ask him what I was studying, so he told him it's "Mathematics". After their discussion, I was told to start planning to write another jamb and choose computer science. I don't know how to convince them. pls help, should I continue with Mathematics or sit for another jamb.

pls, I need your candid advice.
Study mathematics but don't stop at Bachelors degree. Once you are done with your B.sc, start working towards your masters in Canada or USA, don't go to the U.K. Apply for scholarships, with a good GPA, you will get a school that will even pay for you for being a teachers PA.
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by DrThanos: 10:19pm On Jan 10, 2019
vezycash:
sure. My email's vezycash@live.com
will send you a mail sir. Thanks in advance
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by Generalkorex(m): 10:19pm On Jan 10, 2019
javaRookie:
Since you are already in 200l there is no need again to turn back.
Our CS Curiculum is 80% Maths am still wondering whether am studying Maths as a course or Computer science.
But guess what Maths is almost the Base of Computer science. You will see more of algorithms which you can blueprint with pseudocodes then implement with the programming of your choice than programming itself.
So dont think lecturers will teach you how to code, you should do that on your own.
But Computer science is so cool that you can apply it to any field of study.
So go ahead with your Maths and learn coding with your spare time or holidays. Who knows you might be our own Linus <linux>!
A math student who knows programming tends to be better than a typical Csc student in some areas like algorithm implementation and design. But not at all times.
Mathematicians are the best programmers. At a time mths make me tire of computer science
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by DeepNuggets: 10:39pm On Jan 10, 2019
dauddy97:
I love programming and I love Mathematics. I choose Mathematics myself when I applied for jamb since 2017. Currently in 200lvl. My eldest brother called my dad and ask him what I was studying, so he told him it's "Mathematics". After their discussion, I was told to start planning to write another jamb and choose computer science. I don't know how to convince them. pls help, should I continue with Mathematics or sit for another jamb.

pls, I need your candid advice.
Why do you have to re-write jamb tho, does your school not have the option of changing department, even if you lose a year or two...that's much better than writing jamb again. Peace
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by AdmiralG: 10:40pm On Jan 10, 2019
OmoManU:
Pls rewrite jamb and go computer science, continuing with mathematics was my biggest mistake in life up till today
Howhuh pls elaborate so we could learn a thing or two.
thanks
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by Zizu99: 12:32am On Jan 11, 2019
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Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by darealez(m): 12:32am On Jan 11, 2019
javaRookie:
Since you are already in 200l there is no need again to turn back.
Our CS Curiculum is 80% Maths am still wondering whether am studying Maths as a course or Computer science.
But guess what Maths is almost the Base of Computer science. You will see more of algorithms which you can blueprint with pseudocodes then implement with the programming of your choice than programming itself.
So dont think lecturers will teach you how to code, you should do that on your own.
But Computer science is so cool that you can apply it to any field of study.
So go ahead with your Maths and learn coding with your spare time or holidays. Who knows you might be our own Linus <linux>!
A math student who knows programming tends to be better than a typical Csc student in some areas like algorithm implementation and design. But not at all times.
I would have agreed with you 10years ago when computing shared close boundaries with mathematics! Today, as much as mathematics is the basics of everything, there is a very clear dichotomy... I wish it was all about programming...

SDLC in fact places a programmer far below the table
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by darealez(m): 12:37am On Jan 11, 2019
dauddy97:
I love programming and I love Mathematics. I choose Mathematics myself when I applied for jamb since 2017. Currently in 200lvl. My eldest brother called my dad and ask him what I was studying, so he told him it's "Mathematics". After their discussion, I was told to start planning to write another jamb and choose computer science. I don't know how to convince them. pls help, should I continue with Mathematics or sit for another jamb.

pls, I need your candid advice.
Meet your HOD and discuss a change of department! That's only possible at the early hours of 200lvl... Mathematics and Computer Science have become widely apart. CSC is not all about programming... although there's no escaping it!
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by proddey(m): 1:37am On Jan 11, 2019
My brother, don't even think of writing jamb again. Time is going. Continue to study mathematics and then take programming classes by the side and get certified. You can still become a computer scientist from certifications..
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by Juliearth(f): 2:51am On Jan 11, 2019
mikezuruki:
Mathematics is equally as good. In a Nigerian Federal or state university, you're better off studying Mathematics than Computer Science.
Nigerian Universities can keep up with the trend of mathematics but not with ever evolving CS.
So my Brother, continue with the mathematics and at the same time, start learning how to code.
Best advice!
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by khcode(m): 4:01am On Jan 11, 2019
Mathematics is basis for CS, some University here hold classes with CS/Math Student in the first year. Codding is about dedication. It's fraustrating sometimes but u will later enjoy it. And the Pay is Wow in any country especially if you by any chance move to US or CAN is one of the highest paid job working with less hour. Just take you time to code probably 2hours a day you will catch up without affecting your academics.
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by toprealman:
dauddy97:
I love programming and I love Mathematics. I choose Mathematics myself when I applied for jamb since 2017. Currently in 200lvl. My eldest brother called my dad and ask him what I was studying, so he told him it's "Mathematics". After their discussion, I was told to start planning to write another jamb and choose computer science. I don't know how to convince them. pls help, should I continue with Mathematics or sit for another jamb.

pls, I need your candid advice.
Tell your elder brother to go write another JAMB to become a dictator! Who does that?
Try get good grades, you stand a better chance with mathematics in terms of opportunities. You can learn coding and other computing stuff after you graduate......stand your ground brother! Say no to you dictator undergraduate "eldest" brother.
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by johnpaul1101(m): 7:04am On Jan 11, 2019
Follow ur passion buddy, C.S is bae.
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by Donphykson: 8:04am On Jan 11, 2019
dauddy97:
I love programming and I love Mathematics. I choose Mathematics myself when I applied for jamb since 2017. Currently in 200lvl. My eldest brother called my dad and ask him what I was studying, so he told him it's "Mathematics". After their discussion, I was told to start planning to write another jamb and choose computer science. I don't know how to convince them. pls help, should I continue with Mathematics or sit for another jamb.

pls, I need your candid advice.
I was also in your position 3 yrs ago...u jst have to know with mathematics you can divert if not every course in science for masters,i had bsc mathematics and i also love programming so i took some software development course ,now i can boast that i have a solid background in mathematics and also satisfying my.love for programming..
So dont worry you are on the right path..mathematics and programming is a baddass combination since you can do your masters in computer science..
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by confusedGuy(m): 8:19am On Jan 11, 2019
Effulgent:
Can I pm you sir, I'm also a physics student currently in 200l
I'm interested in programming but I don't really have a clue where to start and how to go about it
I would love to have a personal chat with you sir
Ok sir...sure you can
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by immaq8(f): 8:20am On Jan 11, 2019
dauddy97:
I love programming and I love Mathematics. I choose Mathematics myself when I applied for jamb since 2017. Currently in 200lvl. My eldest brother called my dad and ask him what I was studying, so he told him it's "Mathematics". After their discussion, I was told to start planning to write another jamb and choose computer science. I don't know how to convince them. pls help, should I continue with Mathematics or sit for another jamb.

pls, I need your candid advice.
Go to college of education & study computer-mathematics.
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by Jamiualabi12(m): 8:20am On Jan 11, 2019
No time to waste,,,, Nigeria education is no longer concern I of discipline,,, it's just to obtain a certificate go and study your math or statistics and you will never regret,,,,,all the best.
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by confusedGuy(m): 8:21am On Jan 11, 2019
Reski:
Your last statement though. Have you ever heard of a descipline called software engineering?
First thing you need to know is what is a software....and what does a software engineer do.

Google would help you.

Then come back and tell me I must go to study computer science to know those stuffs
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by sonofstevens101(m): 10:31am On Jan 11, 2019
Bro, computer science is a branch of mathematics.... They are similar in terms of curriculum, no need to rewrite jamb.. Just keep studying your maths and do other computer science course professionally and be certified for it.
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by aircom(m): 2:28pm On Jan 11, 2019
Will you consider going to Futminna to start afresh? When you're done you'll be issued a B.Tech in Maths and computer Science(unless they've restructured the department, please make enquires) as a single course and then practice writing programs during your vacations. That way is a win win.

I would say both courses are similar because they involve writing little code at higher levels.
I studied Physics but I enjoy coding. You switching from Maths to Computer Science is like me switching from Physics to Maths which is not really necessary since both are studies from a theoretical perspective. Yeah..Computer Science is atleast 80% maths and 20% programming.
Computer Science Majors are not necessarilly good programmers...Consistent practice is Key in program coding. It would have been better if you switched to Software Engineering if you're interested in changing but it's a rare and competitive course accredited in few federal universities. As Physics is to Engineering so is Computer Science to Software Engineering...
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by dauddy97(op): 10:36pm On Jan 11, 2019
Donphykson:
I was also in your position 3 yrs ago...u jst have to know with mathematics you can divert if not every course in science for masters,i had bsc mathematics and i also love programming so i took some software development course ,now i can boast that i have a solid background in mathematics and also satisfying my.love for programming..
So dont worry you are on the right path..mathematics and programming is a baddass combination since you can do your masters in computer science..
Thanks. I Will look into it, any opportunities our there for undergraduate Mathematics student for now
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by dauddy97(op): 10:39pm On Jan 11, 2019
darealez:
Meet your HOD and discuss a change of department! That's only possible at the early hours of 200lvl... Mathematics and Computer Science have become widely apart. CSC is not all about programming... although there's no escaping it!
I have done that already BFor seeking for you guys advice. He said, He love me and he will prefer I study Mathematics to computer science. moreover, computer science is filled up.
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by dauddy97(op): 10:41pm On Jan 11, 2019
Quigley:
Study mathematics but don't stop at Bachelors degree. Once you are done with your B.sc, start working towards your masters in Canada or USA, don't go to the U.K. Apply for scholarships, with a good GPA, you will get a school that will even pay for you for being a teachers PA.
Thanks for this. I will be very grateful if you can share links of available scholarship for Mathematics so as to check their criteria to prepare me ahead.
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by dauddy97(op): 10:42pm On Jan 11, 2019
ebukason3:
My advise is don't rewrite jamb because I believe there is an option for you to do change of course ( you can change to Cs/math or CS)
On a more serious note I will advise you to continue maths and join IT groups (google team, 21st century club, ...) and learn programming during semester break. You should also try and get some certifications eg CCNA. Mathematics make you a better programmer , I knew some CS graduates that wish they combined maths. I myself graduated from mathematics also member of google team. The current google educator sub sahara Africa is from my team. Decision now is yours.
Thanks for this
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by dauddy97(op): 10:45pm On Jan 11, 2019
Doyin2:
I beg complete your mathematics and go for MSc and or professional qualifications and certifications in programming/computer Science/IT etc ..
Lol. thanks. What is the reason behind your begging me to study it. pls share with me, I have been convince to continue my Mathematics program but, I still need more points
Re: Should I Continue With Mathematics Or Write JAMB To Study Computer Science? by dauddy97(op): 10:46pm On Jan 11, 2019
[quote author=ohuatc post=74641240][/quote]Thanks, I am a python programmer already
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