Southern Africa / 
Zambia / Kitwe - Universities
Copperbelt University
The BSc. degree in the Computer Science department started in the 1996 academic year and has been operating continuously since then. This programme is in line with contemporary programs offered in many countries and follows Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) best practices and curriculum recommendations. <p></p> The key learning outcomes of this programme are to produce graduates: <br> - <mark>Who can design and develop computer software systems, and maintain those as necessary; <br> - Who have the knowledge of the principles and practice of information technology;</mark> <br> - Who have knowledge and understanding of computer hardware and software; <br> - Who have the ability to organize and manage material and human resources; <br> - Who are well equipped to initiate, maintain and enhance a computer installation in different organisations; <br> - Who can contribute to programmes of applied research in commercial and industrial problems; <br> - Who can readily work with people in other disciplines; and <br> - Who can continue their studies in post-graduate programs in Zambia and abroad.