Would I study mechanical engineering again? (TUM alumni) 

I don’t think the layoffs are connected to the rise of AI. I think that AI still has a long way to go until it can fully replace a software engineer. It might be helpful for accomplishing simple coding tasks or some small refactoring, but when some complexity is introduced AI might not deliver the best solution, or apply the best practices. About taking Mechanical Engineering, In my humble opinion, it’s more about what you like more and ready to take. If you are really into that stuff it would probably be the right decision. Also it’s one step away from CS and you can always study ML so you won’t be replaceable. Getting different opinions and doing some research will surely help you decide. Good luck.

@@garikhk that was helpful thank you so much

I also don't think that the layoffs are connected with the AI. In my opinion, they are mostly related to overhiring due to Covid and not enough expansions in the businesses due to recession. AI can code but it takes an experienced software engineer to get the right prompts, understand the differences in the code and do the necessary debugging. I think that studying a subject is a personal decision you should make based on what you want in your future. If you are interested in machine parts go for it, you would like the studies. I know a lot of friends from mechanical engineering doing similar things to what we have studied and they enjoy their job. I also know a lot of mechanical engineers who work in tech. I am also glad that I studied mechanical engineering because I have an understanding of different engineering subjects in general. I just wouldn't do it again because my work is mostly around software related topics and sometimes I really wish that I focused more on the software side. Even in the automobile / robotics / energy industry, while there are a few people making the actualy hardware design, there are a lot more people working on the software components. At the end of the day, you could do similar things with both studies. It really depends on what you find interesting to begin with. As long as you enjoy what you do and get good at it, you would find great opportunities 😉 I wish you all the best with your decision and good luck! :)

It depends on what you are looking for. As I went to a TU, I think it is better in terms of research, learning more in depth about certain things and educational offerings. But if you want more time with professors, doing practical things etc applied science uni would be a more suitable option for you. Getting hired is never for sure to be honest but getting a masters degree and learning the language in the country would surely increase your chances ;) Any of the TU9 in Germany would be a good fit but you can also search for specific topics, like industry preferance, offerings in the curriculum, expenses in the city etc but I am obviously biased for TUM :D I'd say so yes, eventhough I am not doing things that are directly related to mechanical engineering any more, there are a lot of job opportunities for engineers in Germany in general. Hope this helps! :)

@@Hannah_Ozz thanks dear

Thank you for reaching out! It's normal to feel confused, take your time to research and make the right decision for you. It is mostly a personal choice in my opinion. If I were to study again, I'd pick CS just because based on my experience in the job market so far. But you are going to be the one who is going to do it for a long time, so it is important that you'd enjoy / find the subject interesting to begin with.