Computer Science
Research Informatics
Computers have penetrated our daily lives to an unprecedented extent. The Department of Computer Science of the Open University offers academic studies in Computer Sciences at bachelor and master levels, as well as professional programs for post-initial studies. For information about our study programs go to Studieaanbod on this website.
Research
The research programme of the department aims (broadly stated) to improve computing's effects upon society. The research of the department of Computer Science is executed in the context of the multidisciplinary research programmes of the OU, specifically within the Learning and Innovation in Resilient Systems (LIRS) programme.
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The Department of Computer Science forms part of the Faculty of Science.
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