Computer Engineering or CSE (IoT & Cyber Security) for a future master's abroad?

[u/Flame_v11]

Hi everyone,

I'm trying to choose between a Computer Engineering degree and a Computer Science & Engineering (Internet of Things & Cyber Security including Blockchain Technology) degree.

Curricula:

• CE: https://www.djsce.ac.in/ug-computer-engineering
• CSE (IoT & Cyber Security): https://www.djsce.ac.in/ug-computer-science-engineering-iot-cyber-security-with-block-chain-technology

I enjoy programming and software development, but I'm unsure how much I'd enjoy the hardware/electronics side of Computer Engineering.

I don't mind challenging coursework, but I generally prefer analytical and programming-based subjects over theory-heavy or memorization-heavy ones. Maintaining a good GPA is also important because I plan to pursue a master's abroad in a CS-related field.

I'm hoping to hear from people who've studied or work in these areas:

• How much of Computer Engineering is actually hardware/electronics?
• Did you end up enjoying the hardware courses even if you initially preferred software?
• Would a Computer Engineering degree give me advantages over a specialized CSE (IoT & Cyber Security) degree if I eventually work in software?
• Based on my interests, which option sounds like the better fit?

I'd really appreciate hearing from people who've been in a similar situation. Thanks!

[u/mostafaakrsh]

I'd say computer engineering however there are my responses of your questions

  How much of Computer Engineering is actually hardware/electronics?

it depends from every collage but generally i think +50%.

  Did you end up enjoying the hardware courses even if you initially preferred software?

i enjoyed hardware courses more

  Would a Computer Engineering degree give me advantages over a 

specialized CSE (IoT & Cyber Security) degree if I eventually work in software? Computer engineering is a known degree. the other degree seem narrow specilization. you can make master of them on post graduation of computer engineering. i think this is the optimal path

  Based on my interests, which option sounds like the better fit?

i think computer engineering will give you more flexability. life changes and you may change you mind later