Applied Computing

VCE Applied Computing equips students with the knowledge and skills required to navigate and adapt within a dynamic technological landscape, use emerging technologies, envisage new uses for digital tools, and consider the benefits to society at a local, national, and global level.

VCE Applied Computing facilitates student-centered learning that enables students to build capabilities in their critical and creative thinking, communicate and collaborate with their peers, and develop personal, social, and digital literacy skills. Students are provided with practical opportunities and choices to create digital solutions for real-world problems in a range of settings.

VCE Applied Computing plays a crucial role in transforming and improving student outcomes. It provides students with diverse pathways that enable them to develop into knowledgeable and skilled individuals who have the capability to work collaboratively in this rapidly expanding technological landscape. VCE Applied Computing leads directly to further studies in areas such as artificial intelligence, computer science, cyber security, data analytics and data science, data management, digital literacy, games development, networks, programming, robotics, software engineering, systems analysis and telecommunications. The skills acquired in VCE Applied Computing could be utilised across a range of industries including healthcare, finance, entertainment, education, construction and business/commerce.

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