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Hi everyone,

I'm currently trying to decide between Computer Engineering and BSc CSIT (TU), and I'd really appreciate advice from people who have actually studied or graduated from either program.

I've heard a lot of mixed opinions. Some people say Computer Engineering has more prestige and a stronger degree overall. Others say that, at least in Nepal, the infrastructure, labs, and practical learning for Computer Engineering aren't that great, so the extra years and workload may not provide much advantage over BSc CSIT.

Since the tech industry values skills so much, I'm wondering whether BSc CSIT might actually be a better choice because it allows more time for self-learning, projects, internships, and interview preparation.

I'd love to hear from both Computer Engineering and BSc CSIT students/graduates:

- If you could go back, would you choose the same degree again? Why or why not?

- If you studied Computer Engineering, would you still choose it, or would you switch to BSc CSIT or another engineering field?

- If you studied BSc CSIT, do you feel it prepared you well for jobs?

- Which degree do you think makes someone more job-ready in today's market, especially for software engineering, AI/data science, or other tech careers?

- Have you felt that employers in Nepal (or abroad) significantly prefer one over the other, or do skills and projects matter much more than the degree itself?

I'm looking for honest experiences rather than just saying one degree is "better." If you've graduated or are currently studying either of these programs, I'd really appreciate hearing your perspective.

Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone,

I'm currently trying to decide between Computer Engineering and BSc CSIT (TU), and I'd really appreciate advice from people who have actually studied or graduated from either program.

I've heard a lot of mixed opinions. Some people say Computer Engineering has more prestige and a stronger degree overall. Others say that, at least in Nepal, the infrastructure, labs, and practical learning for Computer Engineering aren't that great, so the extra years and workload may not provide much advantage over BSc CSIT.

Since the tech industry values skills so much, I'm wondering whether BSc CSIT might actually be a better choice because it allows more time for self-learning, projects, internships, and interview preparation.

I'd love to hear from both Computer Engineering and BSc CSIT students/graduates:

- If you could go back, would you choose the same degree again? Why or why not?

- If you studied Computer Engineering, would you still choose it, or would you switch to BSc CSIT or another engineering field?

- If you studied BSc CSIT, do you feel it prepared you well for jobs?

- Which degree do you think makes someone more job-ready in today's market, especially for software engineering, AI/data science, or other tech careers?

- Have you felt that employers in Nepal (or abroad) significantly prefer one over the other, or do skills and projects matter much more than the degree itself?

I'm looking for honest experiences rather than just saying one degree is "better." If you've graduated or are currently studying either of these programs, I'd really appreciate hearing your perspective.

Thanks in advance!

I just graduated from +2 and I'm currently attending PEA engineering entrance classes, but honestly I'm only doing it because I'm scared of falling behind while trying to figure out my career. For the past few months, I've been constantly researching careers instead of focusing on my studies because I'm terrified of making the wrong decision. My biggest goal is to have a stable, well-paying career and eventually move abroad after my bachelor's. I'm good at math and I think I could become good at programming if I commit to it, which is why I've considered Computer Engineering, IT, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, AI/ML, and Data Science. However, I'm scared by all the news about layoffs, AI replacing jobs, and how competitive the tech industry has become. My biggest fear is spending four years studying only to graduate without a job and lose my chance to work abroad.Also,Another thing that really scares me is whether I'll even be able to compete with people who have been coding since they were young or are naturally brilliant at technology. I keep wondering if I'll be able to catch up and succeed, even if I'm willing to work hard.

I've also thought about Electrical or Mechanical Engineering because they seem to have good long-term demand, but I don't enjoy physics and I'm worried I'd struggle in those fields. If I were planning to stay in Nepal, I would probably choose CA, but since my dream is to build a career abroad, that doesn't seem like the best option. My real interests are things like fashion, skincare, makeup, and beauty, but I know those aren't the safest way for me to support my family right now. I want to build a stable career first and then pursue my interests later.

At this point, I genuinely don't know what to do. My mind changes every day, my exams are close, and I can't even concentrate because I keep wondering if I'm studying the wrong thing. If you were in my position, what would you choose? Is the fear around tech careers exaggerated if I'm willing to work hard, or should I consider another field? I'd really appreciate advice, especially from people who have faced a similar situation or are now working abroad.

I'm a girl from Nepal and I'm really confused about my career. I recently finished my final school exams, and while everyone around me seems to know what they want to do, I still don't. One thing I do know is that I want to be financially successful because my family has gone through financial struggles, and I want to improve our situation, make my parents proud, and become independent. Right now, my main options are engineering or finance/management. I come from a science background, but I don't know much about finance. I've been thinking about computer engineering or an IT-related field because I'm good at computers and math, but I hate physics. My biggest concern is that tech fields seem very competitive, many people talk about software jobs being saturated, and AI is changing the industry so fast that I'm worried about job security in software engineering, cybersecurity, data science, and even AI itself. I also want to study abroad and eventually get a stable, well-paying job, whether abroad or in Nepal. Am I overthinking all of this, or are these concerns valid? What career path would you recommend for someone in my situation?

I'm a girl from Nepal and I'm really confused about my career. I recently finished my final school exams, and while everyone around me seems to know what they want to do, I still don't. One thing I do know is that I want to be financially successful because my family has gone through financial struggles, and I want to improve our situation, make my parents proud, and become independent. Right now, my main options are engineering or finance/management. I come from a science background, but I don't know much about finance. I've been thinking about computer engineering or an IT-related field because I'm good at computers and math, but I hate physics. My biggest concern is that tech fields seem very competitive, many people talk about software jobs being saturated, and AI is changing the industry so fast that I'm worried about job security in software engineering, cybersecurity, data science, and even AI itself. I also want to study abroad and eventually get a stable, well-paying job, whether abroad or in Nepal. Am I overthinking all of this, or are these concerns valid? What career path would you recommend for someone in my situation?