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What is the difference between Computer Science (CSC), Computer Information Systems (CIS), and Computer Engineering (CE) ?

April 26, 2017ce CIS Computer Computer Science CSC Engineering SYSTEMS

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What is the difference between Computer Science (CSC), Computer Information Systems (CIS), and Computer Engineering (CE) ?

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Simple answer: CSC = create software; CIS = apply that software to run a business; CE = create new computers to run that software. A CS major learns science rather than business or engineering. Like all Arts and Science degrees, the CS degree balances science with humanities and social sciences. Technology is important, but you will also have to deal with humans and society. This make a CS degree excellent preparation for law school, an MBA, or even medical school (see the question about Medical Informatics).