Computing Science Department

Welcome to the Computing Science Department. Computing and computer technology are part of just about everything that touches our lives from the cars we drive, to the movies we watch, to the ways businesses and governments deal with us. Understanding different dimensions of computing is part of the necessary skill set for an educated person in the 21st century. The department offer a variety of courses:


  • Computing Science

  • Games Design

  • Digital Media (Graphic Design, Photography, Web Design)

  • Cyber Security


Staffing

Mrs McMullan (Curricular Leader)

Mr Anderson

Mrs Lumsden

Mrs McNeil

Why Choose Computing Science?

Computing Science and technology is everywhere, impacting on our daily lives. From smart heating to cyber security, bioinformatics to goal-line technology, the benefits of Computing Science to society, business and education are clear.

There are still exciting new applications to be discovered and implemented across all disciplines, including medicine, engineering, communication and manufacturing. The need for professionals to apply computational thinking to solve problems and create solutions has never been greater.

Computing Science is an exciting, innovative and creative subject that opens doors to a wide range of opportunities, as well as providing invaluable core skills that can be applied to everyday life.