Introduction
As a Computing Science or Applied Computing graduate you will have gained a range of technical and transferable skills which are highly valued by employers across numerous sectors.
Computing graduates are very well represented in a huge variety of sectors. Around 50 percent of graduates are employed by companies and organisations in the IT, Telecommunications, Business and Finance sectors. Almost 10 percent are employed in the retail sector and another 8 percent in Manufacturing. Source: HECSU What do graduates do 2020/21.
What skills do you gain with your subject?
The skills you gain and develop from studying Computing are truly diverse and also depend. These include:
- Computational thinking and concepts
- Computing related practical skills
- Ability to apply creative and dynamic technologies
- Advanced problem solving and critical skills
- Ability to present rational and reasoned arguments
- Self-management
- Business Awareness
- Communication and teamworking skills
The Quality Assurance (QAA) 2019 subject Benchmark statement for Computing.
Skills Framework for the Information Age (SFIA)
The SFIA is an excellent resources for learning more about the skills and competencies required by professionals in roles involved in information and technologies, digital transformation and software engineering. Source: SFIA 2021.
This Skills Framework for the Information Age outlines the industry and business led skills. The framework details each skill at each level enabling you to assess your own skills levels; make plans and develop your skills further.