I would say probably not. But only because I had a good enough grasp of IT/Computer Science before I went into University through a good high school. The job I

I would say probably not. But only because I had a good enough grasp of IT/Computer Science before I went into University through a good high school. The job I have now is more generalist as opposed to specialised (e.g. programming). Has my degree increased my opportunity to find and land the job I have now? Absolutely, as my job required a degree back then. Are employers in STEM areas now looking to employ people that don't have degrees? yes. There is however a big challenge that Universities face, which is providing education that matches the skills required in the workforce. It can be seen as a waste to do 4 years in computer science or any other degree, to then land a job that was only relevant to a few of your courses taken. Universities and higher education are looking to do more apprenticeship style courses when you are learning hands on during your education, like you do in a trade. Rather than doing a 4 year degree that covers a wide range of computer science/cyber/information security domains, you do a shorter course/degree that is highly focused to the jobs you want to apply for.