Which Conjoint Degree Would Be Best for Engineering and AI Career Goals?

[FlyingPanda]

Hi all!

I am currently trying to choose a degree to conjoint with my Engineering Degree. I was hoping I could call upon your infinite wisdom to assist me.

My options are as follows:

Commerce
Science
Business Management
Information Technology
No Conjoint

I'm leaning on the side of science, but have the difficulty in that I can't take too similar a course in both degrees. I hope to eventually study Artificial Intelligence and Machine Logic (at least for now, who knows, that could definitely change). Are there any pros/cons you have, or any degrees you definitely would NOT recommend doing? I'm looking in terms of academic enrichment and future employment opportunities. Or maybe there are reasons to not do a conjoint at all? (Apart from less uni time, which I don't really mind).

Thanks
Flying Panda

 

[wukunlin]

my personal experience:
my specializing is an interfaculty discipline with physics and electrical engineering.
the best thing I find is that, when the courses overlap (lots of overlap in my case in signal processing and circuit design) I have learned two different approaches to solve the same problem, which will likely be useful.as for my recommendation to you:

commerce and management will be useful for employment, but I haven't really done those courses so I can't say anything else about it.

you mentioned AI and machine logic, have you looked at the courses offered in the philosophy depardment? In my university there is a specialisation in logic and computation in the philosophy department (faculty of arts) which contain courses in linguistics and logic. That will be very useful for AI

 

[FlyingPanda]

Yes at some universities I have seen courses specifically on Machine logic, but those aren't my top choice Universities. Commerce and Management seem quite useful for employment and career progression, but Science seems more useful for analysing and solving problems like you said (different thinking skills?)

I am quite interested in Robotics as well as part of all this. I was thinking could I possibly do Computer Science as part of the Science degree, and do mechanical engineering on the Engineering side? Or possible Physics in Science and Software Engineering?

 

[wukunlin]

A word that came to my mind is mechatronics engineering, basically is a mixture of software engineering, mechanical engineering, and electrical engineering. In fact I perosnally know someone who graduated doing mechatronics engineering and finished his masters doing robotics related projects. So have a look whether this is offered in your universities you are looking at.

Something else I would suggest is applied mathematics, having a solidified mathematical basis can only help

 

[Matrix0]

I would highly recommend considering a conjoint degree in Science with your Engineering degree. The combination of these two fields can open up a wide range of opportunities in the rapidly growing field of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Logic. Science and Engineering have complementary skills and knowledge that can greatly benefit each other and provide a strong foundation for your future career.

Some pros of choosing a conjoint degree in Science could include gaining a deeper understanding of the theoretical and conceptual aspects of AI and Machine Logic, as well as developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. You may also have the opportunity to work on interdisciplinary projects and gain practical experience in both fields.

On the other hand, a conjoint degree in Commerce or Business Management may provide a more business-oriented perspective, which could also be valuable in the field of AI and Machine Logic. However, it may not offer the same level of technical depth and may not be as directly relevant to your desired career path.

As for not doing a conjoint degree at all, it ultimately depends on your personal goals and priorities. While it may take longer to complete, a conjoint degree can provide a well-rounded education and make you stand out in the job market. However, if you are more focused on gaining practical experience or have a clear career path in mind, a single degree may be a better option for you.

In the end, it is important to carefully consider your interests and career goals when choosing a conjoint degree. Whichever path you choose, I wish you all the best in your academic and professional journey.