Computer science is the study of computers and computation systems. It is a broad field that incorporates designing, building and maintaining computer systems. Studying computer science, you'll learn about different computer languages, computational theory and computer networks. It also involves learning to write programs, understand data and create software.
Learning areas/subjects
You may be interested in this occupation group if you enjoyed these learning areas at school:
- Physics
- Computing
- Maths
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Creative
- Business
- Teamwork
Computer science careers
Computer Network Professionals
Computer Network Professionals research, analyse and recommend strategies for network architecture. They also develop, implement, manage, maintain and configure network hardware and software, monitor and optimise performance, and troubleshoot and provide user support.
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ICT Managers
ICT Managers plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the acquisition, development, maintenance and use of computer and telecommunications systems within organisations.
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Multimedia Specialists and Web Developers
Multimedia Specialists and Web Developers create animation, audio, video and images for multimedia presentations, games, movies and the web. They plan, produce and maintain websites and web applications using programming, scripting, authoring and content management software.
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"The path is not necessarily a straight one, and a diverse set of experiences is your best tool for excellent problem-solving in the future."
Systems Engineer
"As a technologist, I am always thinking about systems and trying to figure out how power moves within them. It is so easy to be caught up new tech, new toys, new AIs - but the most important questions we can ask are, Who has power? And how could this power be used to harm others?"
Technologist
"Build up a support crew of people that will stand by you and encourage you, people who will lovingly let you know when you’re wrong, people who look nothing like you and people who have different life experiences to you."
Technology Exec
Meet Katrina, Professor in Computer Science
Katrina Falkner is a Professor in Computer Science and Executive Dean for the Faculty of Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences at the University of Adelaide. She studied a Bachelor of Mathematics and Computer Science, before completing her PhD.
Katrina is dedicated to encouraging STEM equity in education and has helped many communities through large scale education initiatives.
Girls in Game Design
Did you know that 46% of gamers in Australia identify as women? Originally seen as a male-dominated industry, we are starting to see many games made for girls by girls, or women in leading roles at larger studios.
Maddy Clute and Phoebe Watson are two inspiring young women blazing their own trails in game design. They both joined The GiST for a webinar exploring their careers and industry insights. In this webinar, Maddy and Phoebe talk about what they do and the learning choices and opportunities that have supported their work in game design and development.
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