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Verbal IQ -vs- Performance IQ question

  • 24-08-2010 4:45pm
    #1
    VIQ
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1 ✭


    Hello, I recently retrieved documents in regards to an IQ test of which I undertook a few years ago and found that while I was within the average range of abilities regarding Performance IQ, that I had at the same time a high range Verbal IQ score (in the top 10-15% population percentile).

    I bring this up because I am starting university in September and wish to do a Computer Science course. I am wondering if a course in Computer Science is ideal for somebody with a good Verbal IQ score given that it involves languages - albeit of a computer variety - or would such a course be more suitable for those who are orientated towards a Performance IQ / Block design mindset and range of abilities.

    Is computer science a good option if I am within the average Performance IQ range, and good Verbal IQ range, or would you recommend another area of study?

    Thank you.


Comments

  • #2
    Valmont
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,857 ✭✭✭Valmont


    VIQ wrote: »
    Is computer science a good option if I am within the average Performance IQ range, and good Verbal IQ range, or would you recommend another area of study?
    IQ tests aren't designed with such choices in mind and the sub-scores cannot really be used to indicate which area of study would be suited to you. If you're above average or even slightly below you have the tools needed to succeed in a third level course. At the end of the day, IQ is really the power of your engine and once you have established that it works whatever course you do is really a matter of personal taste- don't read too much into the results.


  • #3
    maryshan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7 ✭maryshan


    Hi, Verbal IQ is more highly correlated with suitability to Computer science that performance IQ. While a lot of people assume being good at maths is relevant, research shows that english is more relevant as much of the actual work is to do with understanding language and being logical.
    Hope it works out well for you
    M


  • #4
    looksee
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 29,096 ✭✭✭✭looksee


    IQ tests just show whether you are good at IQ tests. I don't think it would be a good idea to make life-altering decisions based on it.


  • #5
    Valmont
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,857 ✭✭✭Valmont


    looksee wrote: »
    IQ tests just show whether you are good at IQ tests.
    Not that old adage! While I agree with your general sentiment regarding the massive over-generalisation of IQ tests in the modern world, they indicate far more than simply "being good at IQ tests". What is your argument to support that statement? Do you not believe that IQ tests are a valid and most importantly, useful indicator of potential learning disabilities in young children?
    looksee wrote: »
    I don't think it would be a good idea to make life-altering decisions based on it.
    Spot on.


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