Game on! An Introduction to Undergraduate Computer Science

This three day, non-residential, Computer Science course is for Year 12 students studying Computer Science or Mathematics who may be considering a future in the Computing, Communication, Business Systems or Games sectors and want to explore their Higher Education options further. Students will experience sample lectures, providing an overview of a selection of some of the interesting and varied topics covered by a Computer Science degree. They will also hear from people who have studied Computer Science at university and be able to chat to them about their respective careers in computer-related industries. Finally, students will work in teams on a software development project which will allow novice and experienced programmers alike to tackle real-world problems and generate exciting solutions. Teams will formally present their project deliverables at the end of the course: parents/guardians and other family members are invited (and encouraged) to attend. Student attendance is compulsory on all three days.