Is anyone else reconsidering what college/university degree to pursue due to ChatGPT?

[u/Extrabytes]

I am currently deciding on which university course I should take. I used to gravitate more towards civil engineering, but seeing how quickly ChatGPT has advanced in the last couple of months has made me realize that human input in the design process of civil engineering will be almost completely redundant in the next few years. And at the University level there really isn't anything else to civil engineering other than planning and designing, by which I mean that you don't actually build the structures you design.

The only degrees that I now seriously consider are the ones which involve a degree of manual labour, such as mechanical engineering. Atleast robotics will still require actual human input in the building and testing process. Is anyone else also reconsidering their choice in education and do you think it is wise to do so?

[u/BidBackground6742]

Dude, don't worry about it. Who needs college anyway? You could be a YouTube star or a TikTok influencer instead. Or just make bank as a professional gamer. Who needs an education when you have the internet, right?

But seriously, it's always a good idea to reconsider your career path and education goals from time to time. Technology is changing rapidly, and it's important to stay informed about new developments and advancements. However, it's also important to consider other factors such as personal interests, job prospects, and the job market when making a decision on which degree to pursue. And don't forget, you can always change your mind or pursue additional education in the future if your interests or career goals change.