So you are interested in … computers?
skills to create images or moving animation. You will need to have the mixture of technical skills and knowhow along with a creative side, often coming through subjects such as maths, ICT and art.
So you are interested in … computers?
You could study … Networking, Programming( A), Computing Engineering, Computer Games, Information Systems. Related subjects: Computer Animation, Web Design.
If I study computing at university – what do I do? This can be divided into two main areas( with some overlap); programming and all the technical side of computing, and the creative side; producing websites, computer games, animation or apps.
You need to be clear on where your strengths lie and what you enjoy doing. So how do you decide …?
• Networking, programming, computer engineering and information systems all have a basis in needing good ICT skills, problem solving and an interest in keeping up-todate with the latest technology. It requires good maths skills and attention to detail. It’ s often taught through a mixture of lectures and computer lab work which can involve you putting into practise what was discussed in the lecture or practical assignments.
• Web design, computer games or computer animation still involve programming and a knowledge of maths, but also look at the wider aspect of managing the look and feel of websites or games and using your technical
Often, people assume that if you work with computers that you are shut away on your own with the computer, but in fact you are often part of a much larger team and need to make sure you are meeting deadlines, working with clients to get the right product or solution for them as well as working in teams to complete projects.
Personal skills: Communication, attention to detail, being able to understand and explain complex subjects and ideas, teamwork, analysing and investigating, computing skills, planning and organising, time management, initiative, creativity.
Subjects needed: A definite is maths at A level. Computing, further maths, physics or ICT are useful but not essential.
What are the Job Opportunities? Graduates from these courses often go onto work in the telecommunications or information technology industries. Jobs like software developer or programmer are common as are supporting other people in the IT they use, like an IT technician.
Useful websites www. prospects. ac. uk / options _ computer _ science. htm www. bcs. org( The Chartered Institute for IT)
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