Is the salary of civil engineers nowadays low? And is it hard to go abroad?
I’m an incoming first-year college student, and I’m still having a hard time deciding which course to take. I’ve asked some of my relatives who are in the civil engineering field, and most of them told me that civil engineering doesn’t pay that well anymore, especially with the increasing number of graduates in the Philippines.
Right now, my main options are Civil Engineering, Computer Science, and Geodetic Engineering. I’ve been trying to research each field, but I’m still confused about which path is the most stable and worth pursuing in the long run.
I just want to ask, are civil engineers really underpaid nowadays? Is it also true that it’s harder for civil engineers to find opportunities abroad compared to other fields?
For Computer Science, I’ve seen mixed opinions. Some say it has high salary potential, while others mention that it can be hard to find a job, especially for fresh graduates without strong skills.
As for Geodetic Engineering, I don’t know much about its career opportunities, salary potential, and demand locally and internationally.
Given these three options, which course would you recommend in terms of job stability, salary growth, and future opportunities (both in the Philippines and abroad)? I’d really appreciate insights from people who have experience in these fields.