From apps and algorithms to games and graphics, computer science is all around us and Computer Science Education Week, running from 6 to 12 December, is a chance to explore the tech behind everyday life.
The week is timed to honour computer scientist Grace Hopper, born on 9 December 1906, who helped revolutionise the way we use computers by creating programming languages that use real words instead of symbols.
Grace Hopper’s work helped make computing more accessible, and that same spirit lives on in Computer Science Education Week.
It’s about encouraging young people to explore coding, learn how computers work, and understand how they can shape the future of technology themselves. Activities range from discovering how to write code to exploring the many creative career paths in computer science.
At North Kent College, our Computing and Games Development courses are ideal for anyone wanting to break into the tech industry.
Whether you’re interested in building video games or developing software and IT systems, our industry-standard hardware and expert tutors will give you the practical skills and experience you need. You’ll gain hands-on knowledge, complete live briefs, and get to grips with the tools used in the real world of computing, programming and game development.
So if you’re curious about coding or dream of designing the next big game, Computer Science Education Week is the perfect time to plug into a course that could power up your future.
To find out more visit the Computing and Games Development subject page of the North Kent College website.