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Get Into Computing At Queen’s.

It is difficult to imagine a world without computing; without email, internet, MP3 players, mobile phones, electronic games, an apparent endless list. Computing at Queen’s University Belfast recognises the impact that innovation in computing has made on our lives, after all computation at Queen’s has been around since 1860. Queen’s has become renowned for its quality of teaching and research in computing. For example, Queen’s was one of only seven European universities to receive funding from Hewlett Packard for the development of an innovative, state-of-the-art Wireless Technology Suite for interactive computing lectures. Through its vast experience and close relationship with industry, both nationally and internationally, computing at Queen’s today offers a diverse range of degrees.

BSc/BEng Computer Science delivers a range of progressive, high-tech modules including mobile computing, games programming and networking leading to excellent career opportunities spanning the IT sector with particular focus on software development.

MEng Computer Science extends the aims of the BSc/BEng Computer Science degrees by focusing on cutting edge research and entrepreneurship, empowering graduates with the skills to become industrial leaders or to start their own business enterprise.

BSc Business Information Technology enables graduates to embark on careers as managers in contemporary, technology-driven business environments.

BSc Computer Science Joint Honours combines Computer Science skills and techniques along with other specialised subject areas.

MSc Educational Multimedia is a prestigious degree from which successful graduates may take education and training to a new level with the latest interactive multimedia techniques.

BSc Computing & Information Technology, the latest degree, starting in 2006, will provide a range of computing skills, with a focus on web/Internet development and a range of IT skills including maintenance/support and design/management competencies.

Queen’s computing degrees enhance students’ employability prospects through an industrial placement year with organisations locally, nationally and internationally.

The computing industry recognises the high calibre of Queen’s students. As the IT market has recovered, current industry analysis indicates that there is a shortage of IT graduates and this trend is forecast to continue.

For those interested in solving problems and pursuing a career in technology, now is the time to get into Computing at Queen’s.

For more information visit www.cs.qub.ac.uk or email comp.sci@qub.ac.uk