Global Philosophies & Worldviews and Computer Science

GLOBAL PHILOSOPHIES & WORLDVIEWS

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The Global Philosophies and Worldviews course explores big questions of truth, value and what it means to be human in a world-spanning perspective. From African philosophy to Chinese ideas of ethics and the good life; from Hindu explorations of the soul to Islamic political thought; from Jewish existentialism to Buddhist mysticism: these are the traditions that continue to evolve and shape the modern world.

You will journey beyond the limits of European and Western-centred ways of thought. You will learn to study and assess radically different ways of thinking with sensitivity, care and intellectual rigour. A key question will be whether truth is one or many. Are there grounds for shaping a universal ethic and common standards of truth – or are such global ideals always colonial and destructive of differences?

Studying Global Philosophies and Worldviews develops your ability to critically engage with diverse perspectives and misunderstood traditions. This degree prepares you for careers that require cultural understanding and engagement with different communities, such as journalism, law, politics, education, policing, and human resource management.

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Computer Science is about fresh thinking, new opportunities, and innovative ideas that impact every aspect of society. This dynamic Computer Science degree reflects the subject’s versatility by covering a wide range of topics, including networks, robotics, the Internet, mobile and embedded computing, and cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality, and Augmented Reality.

Through this Computer Science course, you will gain practical skills highly valued by industry, such as programming in C, C++, Java, Lua, Python, JavaScript, and C#. You will also explore the social and ethical questions raised by computer science, alongside its versatility, demand, and earning potential in the modern workplace.

The Computer Science degree is intellectually challenging yet highly creative. You will be supported by research-active staff with diverse expertise, ensuring a rich curriculum that offers multiple approaches and areas of study. With close academic and practical support, you will develop the knowledge and skills needed to shape the future of technology.

If you are inventive, enthusiastic, and eager to make a difference, this Computer Science degree will prepare you for a rewarding career in one of the most influential and in-demand fields today.