[Preston] Uni

[Godwin Family]

Hi Bob, No right answer to this question. My son has just graduated from
Manchester University with a degree in Computer Science. Manchester is a
Russell Group university, which puts it in the top tier, and his department
is rated in the top 3. But..., the course had a high maths content. However,
it does run a variety of courses. See if you can get hold of Computing or
Computer Weekly newspapers, which regularly have news items on employers
requirements, skills shortages etc. I've worked in commercial computing for
over 30 years, and I would recommend you avoid I.T. courses; they teach you
how to use a spreadsheet, rather than computing principles. There are some
good websites listing Computing courses. I seem to remember that the UCAS
site is particularly recommended. Courses with industrial experience can be
helpful if you are prepared to venture into the big corporate world e.g.
IBM, HP, CAPGemini etc. for a year. I strongly recommend looking out for
departmental open days. They helped get a feel for the real set up, and you
will get your concerns answered.
Good Luck
Jim Godwin
----- Original Message -----
From: "Robert Longworth" <bobzace at hotmail.com>
To: <preston at mailman.lug.org.uk>
Sent: Thursday, August 04, 2005 4:15 PM
Subject: [Preston] Uni


> Hi Guys
>
> I've been to a few Plugs around the spring time and found them
entertaining!
> Now I'm wondering if some of you could give me a bit of help in choosing a
> University Degree. I'm currently studying for A levels in Computing,
> Geography, Maths and Physics and will probably drop the Physics for my
final
> year. I'm not a genius but will hopefully manage to get some B's!!!
>
> The first decision is what course do I opt for (there are so many that
> relate to computers) and secondly which Uni to select
>
> So the first question is: Do you recommend a general computing degree (or
> maybe even Maths - but then again!) so my options will be greater when I
> emerge from the other end or do I plump for one of the areas I'm
interested
> in - software engineering (programming), robotics, AI, networks, security
> etc?
>
> Secondly of course is which Uni to select - any offers?
>
>
> Thank You,
> bob
>
>
>
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