The Lusaka Goldsmiths University (College) Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program is versatile. The program has a mix of courses that are cardinal for computer science skills. from the traditional computer science courses, to principles of security, introduction to data science, Professional project management, information security and information analysis and visualisation, the degree equips graduates with vast knowledge of computer science and information technology management. Among other, the program introduces learners to computer systems and internet technologies, software engineering, user interface design, human computer interaction and design which, are essential components of computer science.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
The aims of the Lusaka Goldsmiths University (College) Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Degree are to equip learners with knowledge of computers and information technology and enterprise. It trains learners on the important computer and information technology skills needed for planning and effective management of business. The program endeavours to train a well refined computer and information technology professional who is versatile enough to navigate through the information technology challenges presented in business and governance today. To train a computer scientist with the ability to identify risks, challenges and opportunities in business and governance.
The objectives of the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program are; to equip learners with and enable them to apply computer systems and internet technologies skills, equip them and enable them apply software engineering skills, equip learners with user interface design skills and apply them, equip learners with human computer interaction and design skills and enable to apply them. To equip learners with and enable them apply enterprise web software development skills, equip them with and enable them apply skills in mobile devices application development, equip learners with knowledge of IT security and privacy risk management to enable them develop systems to avert the risks. Further the program intends to equip learners with and enable them apply computing education and communication skills, equip learners with and enable them to apply information and content Management skills and to equip learners with knowledge on research skills and development of research ideas and writing.
At the end of the program, learners shall:
- Acquire and apply the knowledge on computer systems and internet technologies
- Acquire and apply software engineering skills
- Acquire and apply user interface design skills
- Acquire and apply human computer interaction and design skills
- Acquire and apply enterprise web software development skills
- Acquire and apply skills in mobile devices application development
- Acquire and apply IT security and privacy risk management skills
- Acquire and apply computing education and communication skill
- Acquire and apply information and content Management skills
- Acquire and apply skills in research and development of research ideas and writing
Save for some courses that may require practical sessions, the assessment criteria for the Lusaka Goldsmiths University (College) Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, consists of two assignments each carrying 15 marks and an examination at the end of each semester carrying 70 marks as follows:
| Assignment 1 | 15 Marks |
| Assignment 2 | 15 Marks |
| Final Examination | 70 Marks |
| Total | 100 Marks |
Note: Progression rules set by the University Senate are that only students who complete all their Continuous Assessments, can proceed to sit for their final semester examinations.
| Letter Grade | Percentage Grade | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | Above 86% | Upper Distinction |
| A | 75 – 85% | Lower Distinction |
| B+ | 70 – 74% | Merit |
| B | 65 – 69% | Credit |
| C+ | 60 – 64% | Upper Pass |
| C | 50 – 59% | Lower Pass |
| D | 45 – 49% | Fail |