ureepamuree t1_iydydow wrote on November 30, 2022 at 6:09 PM

I'd suggest you should choose a field like mathematics or applied statistics as these majors provide you much more in-depth knowledge required for becoming a better machine learning engineer. You can learn IT/software skills by self, but missing this opportunity to learn the "core" of machine learning in math related majors can't be compensated later

SwordOfVarjo t1_iyf4ax0 wrote on November 30, 2022 at 10:43 PM

Nope, not at all. ML these days is data first which means software first.

OP: Get the CS degree.

imyukiru t1_iyf4qke wrote on November 30, 2022 at 10:46 PM

While you have a point, I would advice against this. CS is fundamentally more project focused. You really need the experience of programming assignments and course projects which can be quite a lot. Then there is the graduation design projects on top.

Math/physics graduates really struggle to keep up with the pace or even working in a group.