NorthVoy is a free academic guidance tool for high school students. It uses a structured 9-question questionnaire to match students with their ideal university major, career paths, and universities across 20+ countries.

How does NorthVoy work?

Answer questions about your subjects, interests, strengths, work style, and goals. NorthVoy's scoring engine evaluates your answers across 9 personality dimensions and ranks the best-fit majors from a list of 30+ academic fields. Results include career paths, skill breakdowns, university suggestions, and a 12-month action plan.

What is the difference between the Quick Quiz and the Detailed Analysis?

The Quick Quiz takes about 5 minutes (9 questions) and gives you an instant first read on your best-fit majors. The Detailed Analysis takes about 12 minutes (24 questions) and adds a 16-statement personality profile plus real-life scenario questions, producing more detailed, better-differentiated recommendations. Both are free and cover all 30+ majors.

Is NorthVoy free to use?

Yes. NorthVoy is completely free. No registration is required to take the quiz and see your results. You can optionally create a free account to save your results and track your applications.

How long does the NorthVoy quiz take?

The quiz takes approximately 5 minutes. There are 9 questions covering your academic interests, strengths, work style, learning approach, and career goals.

What university majors does NorthVoy cover?

NorthVoy covers 30+ university majors including Computer Science, AI & Robotics, Business, Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace), Creative Arts, Music, Environmental Science, Psychology, Law, Data Science, Biotechnology, Physics, Education, Finance, Architecture, Pharmacy, Sports Science, Hospitality, Media Studies, International Relations, Cybersecurity, Game Design, Nursing, Marketing, and Linguistics.

What languages is NorthVoy available in?

NorthVoy is fully available in English, Turkish (Türkçe), and German (Deutsch). You can switch languages at any time using the language selector in the navigation bar.

Does NorthVoy have information about studying in Turkey?

Yes. NorthVoy includes a dedicated Turkey Hub with information on studying in Turkey and abroad, including YKS exam types, top Turkish universities, scholarships, and city guides.

Computer Science & Software Engineering

Computer Science & Software Engineering is one of 30+ university majors covered by NorthVoy's free academic guidance platform. Graduates typically earn $75,000–$165,000 per year, with projected job growth of 25% (High).

Key skills you will develop

Algorithms & Data Structures
System Design
Version Control (Git)
Cloud Architecture
Agile Development

Career paths

Software Engineer
Full-Stack Developer
ML Engineer
DevOps Engineer
Product Manager (Technical)
Startup Founder

Salary and job outlook

Graduates typically earn $75,000–$165,000 per year, with projected job growth of 25% (High).

Highest-paying roles: Software Engineer, ML Engineer, Staff Engineer.

Best countries to study Computer Science & Software Engineering

United States
Germany
Canada
United Kingdom
Netherlands
Sweden

Top universities

TU Munich (Germany — low/no fees)
KTH Royal Institute of Technology (Sweden)
University of Helsinki (Finland)
TU Delft (Netherlands)
University of Toronto (Canada)
University of Edinburgh (UK)
EPFL (Switzerland)
University of Melbourne (Australia)
MIT (USA)
Stanford University (USA)
ETH Zurich (Switzerland)
Imperial College London (UK)
Carnegie Mellon (USA)

How to get started

Complete Harvard's free CS50 course or freeCodeCamp's JavaScript path.
Build one real project — a portfolio site, simple web app, or command-line tool.
Explore CS, Software Engineering, or AI programs at universities that interest you.

Your first project

Build a simple weather app or to-do list using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Host it free on GitHub Pages so you have a live, shareable portfolio piece from day one.

12-month action plan

Jan–Mar: Build the Foundation

Complete CS50 (free, Harvard) or a beginner Python course
Understand how the internet works (HTTP, servers, APIs)
Set up a GitHub account and learn Git basics

Apr–Jun: Start Building

Build your first real project — a personal website or simple web app
Learn HTML, CSS, and JavaScript basics if not already done
Join a coding community (Discord, Reddit r/learnprogramming)

Jul–Sep: Go Deeper

Learn data structures and basic algorithms
Add a second project — a database-connected app or API integration
Explore one advanced area: machine learning, mobile apps, or web frameworks

Oct–Dec: Prepare & Apply

Polish 2–3 projects and document them well on GitHub
Research university programs in CS, SE, or AI that interest you
Draft your personal statement and prepare for any entrance requirements

Study cost: Moderate–High.

Take the free quiz to see whether Computer Science & Software Engineering matches your profile.