How do you develop safe apps for mobile phones? How do you produce 3D images of an MRI scan? How do you program a computer system to find the quickest travel route?
We are becoming increasingly dependent on computers, but they
cannot work without us either! After all, someone has to tell them
what to do. That requires people who enjoy devising ever-smarter
solutions and innovations.
Computing scientists design, improve and implement the software and
computer systems that businesses and our social life cannot do
without.
Use your skills as you learn
Computing Science is the discipline that involves the study and
development of computer systems. This can involve either new or
existing systems. The stimulating aspect of this degree programme
is that you can put the knowledge and skills you acquire to
practical use straightaway, for example by writing a useful
computer programme.
More than just programming
If you choose to study Computing Science at Groningen, you will
learn high level programming in several languages. But programming
accounts for only a quarter of the degree. You will also be
producing documentation, carrying out analyses, working on your
math knowledge and skills, collaborating with others, giving
presentations and writing.
Computing science is a good subject to study if you have
wide-ranging interests; it can be easily combined with another
subject area.
Please note: CS has a numerus fixus (fixed quota), for which a selection procedure takes place. You can find more information on the numerus fixus programmes, the admission procedure and the selection procedure on the numerus fixus page .
Read moreI started as a student, now I'm a project leader
'During my first year I got a job with Manter, a machinery automation company. I was involved in testing new applications.
This helped me get a better grasp of the subject matter and gave me plenty of practical experience and self-assurance, resulting in a job as a project leader as soon as I completed my studies. The projects I work on involve new software systems. Some days I’ll be training end-users, others I’ll design new features, while other days will be all meetings or we’ll spend the whole day testing and fixing bugs.
If I had to choose today, I would do Computing Science again. The demand for software developers continues to grow. I’d also choose to study in Groningen again. My friends studied in other cities, but we all agree: Groningen is the number 1 student city!’
Avdo Hanjalic, software engineer/architect bij Manter B.V
Frank Westers, student Computing Science
Read moreA new perspective on the programme
What I like most about Computing Science is its versatility. I find it very interesting that it's able to associate itself with other fields, like Mathematics and Physics. I enjoyed all the courses I have had so far, but I particularly liked “Program Correctness”. This course really gave me a new perspective on the programme.
I think studying here is quite different from what I was used to
in Romania. During high-school, we were always reminded of what we
have to do, whereas here all the responsibility falls only on your
own shoulders.
I decided to stay in “The Student Hotel” for my first year. Living in a place full of students, all coming from different places, really offers you the opportunity to form new bonds and friendships!
Read moreInto mathematics and logical reasoning
My name is Sneha Lodha and I'm from Madagascar. I decided to study Computing Science because I was always into mathematics and logical reasoning. But I didn't want to study something pure like Mathematics. I wanted to apply my skills, and that's what I'm doing now using mathematical principles.
At first I was surprised about the work load required, but you get used to it and you soon find a balance between study and other activities, like sport and friends.
In the first months, I lived in a village outside Groningen, but now I have found a place near the campus. I have great friends and I like the freedom you experience here. You can cycle around and go wherever you want whenever you want!
