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I am going for a bachelors in mathematics...

Computer science in grad school.

What do you think guys?

>> No.3533273

pic unrelated btw.

>> No.3533282

I am not in college yet, but I plan on majoring in either Comp Sci. or math. What made you choose math for a bachelor's degree, OP?

>> No.3533284

>>3533273
>pic unrelated btw.
It is related.

>> No.3533290

>>3533282

I think that mathematics offers a good foundation for developing and understanding complex relationships and systems that a computer scientist might deal with on a regular basis. Also, Computer science classes are just programming classes... I have a couple books for that in my own time.

>> No.3533291

why the fuck would you major in math if you want to do computer science in grad school you faggot that makes no sense

>> No.3533303

>>3533290
>Computer science classes are just programming classes

Enjoy not getting into any sort of CS grad program.

>> No.3533306

>>3533303

Hmm. Enlighten me?

>> No.3533317

>>3533306
I heard math classes are all about using calculators.
I heard astronomy classes are all about using telescopes.

Just pointing out how stupid your statement was.

>> No.3533326

>>3533317

Well... thats all fine and good, I am just wondering... What are they Really about?

Computer science uses programming as the medium. I know my programming fairly well. If anything I need some circuitry experience. What is the core of CS classes truly about if not walking inexperienced undergrads through proper syntax?

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>>3533267

>> No.3533331

>>3533306
Well it depends on exactly what branch of CS you're talking about, but in general, you only take programming classes maybe your first year.

Other than that, enjoy your Discrete Structures, algorithm efficiency analysis, artificial intelligence, database structures, numerical analysis, symbolic computation, etc etc.

It's true that Math is a HUGE role in CS, but if you go applying to grad schools for CS saying "Hi, I have a bachelor's in Math and I know Java and C++", expect to get laughed at.

My suggestion: If you truly love both topics, go for a double major in CS & Math. It's not THAT much more work in undergrad, since several of the classes will probably overlap, and then you'll be in a MUCH better situation when it comes time to go to grad school.

>> No.3533335

>>3533326
He might be referring to abstract algorithms and such, rather than programming specific implementations in a given language.

>> No.3533338

>>3533331

Hey, that actually sounds like a good idea. Thanks /sci/. I will definitely consider this.