The Future of Computer Science

25th April 2021

From sophisticated medical technology to the latest video games, computer science has a hand in nearly every industry today.

If you are both a logical and creative thinker and you are great at communicating your ideas to others, you are already equipped with the required skills that will help you excel in the ever-competitive field of Computing.

In a field that evolves so quickly, it also helps to be someone who wants to be a lifelong learner. For me, keeping up with the latest innovation is not just a chore; instead, an unending and interesting journey! Being an innovator in one of the most rapidly-changing professions have has huge futuristic benefits as the skills learnt today will also be useful in influencing how people live, work and do business.

The future of Computer Science is highly promising and choosing a career in this field will open the doors to many job opportunities and a new world of immense possibilities. Moreover, some of the many jobs offered in this field will include web development, Cyber Security, Database Administrator, Software Developer, and many more.

Computer Science is one of the most significant aspects of our future as Generation Z. Undoubtedly, Computer Science is pivotal to success.

“Coding is today's language of creativity and every child deserves a chance to become instead consumers of computer science.” (Maria Klawe)

By Narindwa Matikanya (Year 9D)

Council of British International Schools
Independent Schools Inspectorate
Kenyan International Schools Association
GL Education Assessment Excellence
Association of British Schools Overseas
The Independent Association of Prep Schools
Cambridge International Examinations
BTEC Level 3
Association of International Schools in Africa
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
International Baccalaureate Career Related Programme
Council of International Schools
IB World School Status