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I kind of have a problem with an BS in AI. the degree itself proves no edge over a BS in com sci / stats / etc. when applying for graduate programs, and there
by autokad 8y ago
I kind of have a problem with an BS in AI. the degree itself proves no edge over a BS in com sci / stats / etc. when applying for graduate programs, and there are very few positions in the field that would hire someone that was not a masters or PHD. However the same BS in AI isn't as applicable to other said undergrad majors.
seems like someone would be limiting their options for little gains.
- sjg007 8y agoLooks like a CS core with a stronger math and stats component than the traditional CS degree. Then add in some extra AI courses (which wouldn't have really existed years ago as separate classes -- maybe 1 undergrad and a grad course in AI). Now you can do computer vision or NLP as classes in themselves. So it actually looks harder than a traditional CS major.
- rococode 8y agoI wonder if it's a matter of time? Right now people only hire for masters or PhD, but perhaps that's because most CS bachelor's don't give a sufficient understanding of AI/ML for those jobs. As more AI-specific programs are developed by reputable CS schools such as CMU we may see that change and employers be more willing to accept BS degrees.