In the U.S computer science is a far more popular degree. Supposedly it focuses more on the theoretical aspects of computer software and algorithms than Software Engineer does.
From research Software Engineering is less math intensive and affordable in some areas.
Any thoughts on the validity of the education and employment opportunities?
... but if you find yourself in a career path where you need deeper CS knowledge but don't have it, you will really be up the creek without a paddle.
[0] And by that I mean "libraries written by people who do have CS degrees" or usually at least the equivalent knowledge.