Should I study film or computer science in college?
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I have been in the computer field for the past 18 years, and I can tell you that there are pros and cons. Yes, it's true that you can get a job a lot easier and quicker in the IT arena, BUT it's not a nice field to be in......you have to toil long hrs and the fact that this is an unappreciative field to be in, esp. when you are servicing the customers who are constantly pestering, whinning and on your back for anything and everything , including putting the blame on you for not doing their work, etc. The good thing is that you get to travel if an overseas company wants to hire you for a specific skillset. Money-wise is so-so, depending on your specialization. I always wanted to be in the film business when I was younger .'cos of my father's background in the movie industry BUT I never had that chance .'cos of where I lived. It would required me to go to either New York or Los Angeles or London where the film industry is mainly based, and it's impossible financially. So I don't know much about this film business except I still have a strong desire to get into it before my time is up! So go with your PASSION, not the money! Money will come later if you are good at what you do.
262770
Whatever you want.  Look at the required courses for both and pick the one that sounds most appealing.  That kind of distinction will make very little difference in your future career options.
131137
I would go with computers.  What is a degree in 'liberal arts'?
379627
Computer Science degree is the best way to go.\n\nWith additional studies in multi-media and sound engineering.
811672
Actually, I think all of those schools may be about the same. NYU(my alma mater) is considered to be the best for film, but since you are only interested in California schools, USC is considered to be just as good as NYU . Good luck and go for your dreams!
772128
When I got my computer science degree they focused primarilly on programming in various computer languages, structured programming, data structures, Operating systems and computer hardware.  There was also a lot of math.  Engineering can be anything so you need to be more specific.\n\nOf course, these days, a CS degree isn't worth the paper its printed on because there are no jobs in the US that require it.
1093498
College - computer science degree.
45559
Depends on the college. Read.
594298
well you need to major in film, if you havent already then  you need to start , once you get into the major, then you will find out little by little. there is a 95% chance you wont' make it so make sure you have a job for a security blanket.
1114209
Go for ceramics for the art courses.  Also try history of film.\n\nGood luck with that.   Be careful trying to take the "easy" way out.  An A in an easy course may not look as good as a B in a difficult course.
584294
Do the smart thing and try both. If you get your degree, then later don't make it big in acting, you'll have something to fall back on. If you don't have a backup like that, you'll have a hard time getting back on your feet. And if you do make it big *crosses fingers* then it was better to be safe than sorry! Good luck!
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Greetings,\n\nI am about to graduate from Purdue University this May with a degree in computer technology.  Being surrounded by both Computer Science and Computer Engineering however, I can assure you that, between the two of these, computer engineering would be the way to go.\n\nBe aware that the two of these are vastly different.  Make sure your interests lie in a spot that fits.  Computer science will delve into complex algorithms, operating systems, compilers, and an actual science to developing computer programs.  Computer engineering will look at the physical limitations of computer hardware and you will learn more about the "computer guts".  Again, make sure your interests lie accordingly (I mean, I can see from your question that English certainly isn't a favorite subject of yours, so consider the plan of study for each hehe)\n\nIt will be easier for you to make more money with computer engineering.  Unless you're coming from a great school, a computer science degree is starting to be worth less and less;  all those jobs are being shipped overseas.\n\nGood luck.
800672
you can major in film, or for a more broad discipline (that will probably have more to offer job-wise once you finish) you could major in telecommunications.
662344
I'd suggest economics.  If you are not too far along in college, you could probably give up enough electives so the double major wouldn't extend the time it takes to get a degree.
536596
I think you should waste your money on film school. It's better than wasting your money on time and film and it being really bad because you made the assumption that you know it all, already.
465774
Go to a school which offers a B.F.A. in directing.  That's a Bachelor's of Fine Arts and it's very different from a B.A.  You'll get more hands-on-experience with a BFA.  FSU is a pretty good school to look at.  Start reading books now about making movies and making it in Hollywood.  Skills: determination!
653849
I am a computer science student. It is a very very hard course..I still couldn't believe I have survived for the past three years. I have classmates in some minors and majors who are IT and have dealt with them and had an overview of their course subjects. For me IT is easier and what I should've taken because I love to learn more on animations and other technologies than conceptual theories on programming or software development, even systems analysis and design. If you are on those - you should get computer science. Yes, I think fashion technology is a very worthwhile course. But get an overview first and ask yourself a thousand times.