University Of Johannesburg Computer Science

University Of Johannesburg Computer Science, the Faculty of Science is a vibrant, dynamic and diverse community where new technologies are developed and applied to improve the quality of all life on earth. We offer nationally and internationally accredited qualifications in scientific disciplines such as computer and numerical sciences, earth and life sciences, chemical and physical sciences. The Faculty focuses on creating an environment that is conducive to teaching and learning, as well as generating and sharing new knowledge. Our primary contributions in academia remain the products of high quality research and innovation. We also contribute to community engagement through township based science-enrichment projects.

Academy of Computer Science and Software Engineering

The Academy of Computer Science and Software Engineering (ACSSE) is proud to present both South Africa’s and the world’s growing IT industry with superior graduates in the fields of Computer Science and Informatics.​​​
​What is the difference between Computer Science and Informatics?​​
The Academy of Computer Science and Software Engineering of the University of Johannesburg is the first University in the southern hemisphere offering a BSc Hons (IT) degree which was formally accredited until 2017 by the highly respected and professional BCS: The Chartere​d Institute for IT​. This accreditation confirms the international standard and quality of this course.​​
 

Course Background of the Academy of Computer Science and Software Engineering

Are you contemplating your career choices? Well, consider Information Technology. You ask why? Our benefits do not provide only for a successful future; everything we do is spot-on in all respects. Use the navigation menu on the top to view our selection of courses.
Many points in your favour
It’s about more than simply keeping up, it’s about remaining ahead.
It is our vision to be the best Computer Science department in the country and in the world – an objective that we are achieving at many levels.
Using companies as our yardstick
One of the secrets of our success is the excellent balance between outstanding academic quality and sustained interaction with the private sector. This means we know exactly what the private sector is looking for – and we equip our students with the necessary requirements. We also have excellent relations with large companies, such as Standard Bank  .
The postgraduate advantage
At postgraduate level, we are probably the most active university in the country. Our honours programme is presented full-time and part-time in a particular and enforceable manner.
The after-hours advantage
In addition to our degree training, we present an outstanding, extensive extracurricular program. (This programme is already renowned for its excellent quality, and one of the programmes – the In addition to our degree training, we present an outstanding, extensive extracurricular program. (This programme is already renowned for its excellent quality, and one of the programmes – the Higher Certificate in Information Technology – is also accredited internationally.)
The difference between Computer Science & Informatics

  • The theory… Computer Science deals with the development of information technology. In brief, because the emphasis is on technical aspects, such as operating systems, at the end of the course you will know exactly how a computer works – inside out, from A-Z, from point to point.
  • The practice… In contrast, Informatics, focuses on practical computer skills and the effective application of information technology. Therefore, if you choose Informatics as a major, you will know exactly how to use your computer to solve problems. However, you need not necessarily know how everything fits together technically.
  • The management…IT management looks at the non-technical side of IT. Doing this course will enable you to one day manage the IT infrastructure within and organisation. IT has become a business enabler and this course will teach you how business can better use IT.

More Information concerning…

  •  Infomatics
  • Computer Science

Contacting the Academy

For more information about the Academy, please contact Ms Gugu Ndevu:
Telephone: +27 (0) 11 559 2967
E-Mail: [email protected]​
 

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