What are some career options for someone who loves cars and computers?

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At 17 and approaching university, the individual is uncertain about which subjects to pursue, expressing a passion for cars, computers, math, and physics. They are considering careers in the automotive industry or video game development. The discussion highlights the importance of choosing a career that aligns with personal interests. Mechanical Engineering is suggested as a suitable path for those interested in cars, while Computer Engineering and Computer Science are differentiated by their focus areas—Computer Engineering emphasizes hardware and circuit design, while Computer Science centers on theoretical aspects like algorithms and data structures. The individual's interest in fighter jets also suggests a potential inclination towards aerospace engineering.
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Hey guys,

I'm 17 and I'm only a year away from university, and i have absolutely no idea what subjects to take! I love cars and the technical stuff in cars .I love computers ,and like math and physics. Now from reading several topics I've learned that some guys are confused whether to take CE/CS etc.. and also that you should pursue a career that you love.
I was thinking of working for a car company...or developing video games with microsoft (or any other game developer)
can you guys help me out in selecting a career?

EDIT : I also love Fighter Jets and Aeroplanes of all sorts :) (Eurofighter Typhoon FTW!)
 
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If you like cars, you might be interested in Mechanical Engineering (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mechanical_engineering)

Computer Engineering combines electrical and electronic engineering in a computer environment: circuit analysis, hardware design, and microprocessing.

Computer Science on the other hand deals with the theory of computation, algorithms, complexity theory, data structures, etc.
 

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