Should I study programming before entering an engineering university?

It is not always required, but learning the basics beforehand can be helpful if you have the time. Practicing variables, conditionals, loops, functions, and debugging in one language may make introductory work after enrollment easier to understand. However, universities and departments begin at different levels, so students without prior experience do not need to worry excessively. Check your intended program’s curriculum and balance programming with foundational subjects such as mathematics.