#050 – Today, Jankel and I present the Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science. This is a degree that leads to a number of careers that are and will continue to be in high demand, are very well-paid, and are extremely important to organizations of all types. The episode begins with a discussion on the important role computer science plays in the modern world, and the continue importance it will yield in the future. We present some of the hot topics related to computer science, including, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotics, Bioinformatics, Computer-Assisted Education, and Cybersecurity. Jankel presents the skills necessary for a person to succeed in a career in computer science. We dive deep into the Bachelor of Science degree of Computer Science at Virginia Tech, a university with one of the best computer science programs in the country. Our exploration of Virginia Tech also goes over admission data for the 2021-2021 academic year. As the episode crosses the midpoint, we introduce 7 occupation titles available to computer science graduates. For each, we provide the amount of professionals that are believed will be needed by the year 2029, median salary, and an explanation of the responsibilities a professional in one of those careers is expected to carry out. We also present one popular career for which the job outlook is negative by almost 10%, in other words, by the year 2029 there will be a need for 10% less professionals that were needed in 2019. The reason for such a decrease is the easiness with which that job may be outsourced to professionals in other countries. After listening to this episode, you will understand the importance of computer science to society and organizations around the world, and the number of great high-responsibility, well-paid, and high-demand positions that a computer science graduate may occupy, even when lacking job experience. You can find our show notes at http://collegemetropolis.net/. Please help us reach other high school students and parents by giving us a 5-star rating, and a leaving us a positive review. We will also be very grateful to you if you could tell others in your social circles about us. We will greatly appreciate it. Thank you!
