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The Computer Scientist works with computer engineers to invent new technologies and capabilities in the field like mathematics, physics, engineering, and design. Their role is to specialize in a specific area and develop algorithms and programmes for it. Their responsibilities are to work on how to transfer information with the help of a computer, create new computing languages, develop new methods for working with computers, test new systems and design, develop and test computers or mobile software, write error-free coding, develop web-based applications, and create and design new hardware systems.

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Avg Pay: $111K
Jobs: 0
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Avg Pay: $116K
Jobs: 1,133

Education you need to become a Computer Scientist

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  • Master of Science (m.sc.) in Computer Science
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    Avg. Duration:16 monthsAvg. Fees:$25,770Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Science (b.sc.) in Computer Science
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$32,594Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PH.D.) in Computer Science
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    Avg. Duration:29 monthsAvg. Fees:$36,089Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Master Degree in Computer Science
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    Avg. Duration:16 monthsAvg. Fees:$25,770Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Engineering (b.eng.) in Computer Engineering
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    Avg. Duration:49 monthsAvg. Fees:$31,174Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Degree in Computer Science
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$32,594Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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Annual Pay Estimate for Computer Scientist and Other Important Info

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7.4 years
$114K
The average years of experience in the workforce prior to having this role
3.77 years
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The average number of roles it took our users to get to this one
4
2777 out of 4016

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