Computer Studies / Computing

Course summary

Computer Science is an exciting, innovative and creative subject, with far-reaching effects and benefits to society, commerce, health and engineering. The most important aspect of computer science is problem solving and the study of computers and computational systems; this includes their theory, design, development and application in solving problems. Principle areas of study within Computer Science include artificial intelligence, computer systems and networks, cybersecurity, database systems, human computer interaction, vision and graphics, numerical analysis, programming, software engineering, bioinformatics and theory of computing. You will develop an in-depth understanding of Computer Science theory and expand your practical skills in both the use of software and programming languages. This subject promotes your analytical, logical and problem-solving skills through the application of your learning to real-world scenarios. You will be given the opportunity to choose your own programming project in which you create a software and hardware solution to a problem or as part of an investigation into an area of Computer Science.