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This module aims to develop a deep understanding of the place of computing systems in contemporary society, and the role of the computing professional within their social and professional context.

The module covers four main inter-related themes, sequentially:

1. Social factors, such as: internet studies of everyday life; information and culture; networked business, industries and economics and technological and regulatory histories and futures.
2. Ethical issues, such as: trust and identity in cyberspace; individual and corporate ethics
3. Legal factors, such as: networked politics and government; data protection; computer misuse; GDPR; intellectual property rights; the law and the internet
4. Professional issues, such as: the computing profession; codes of practice including BCS and IEEE

In addition, the module purposefully embeds academic skills development relevant to a computing professional.

Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:

LO1: Demonstrate a critical understanding of legal, social and ethical factors, which affect and are affected by computing systems.

LO2: Critically assess factors impacting on computing as a profession, and on individuals joining that profession.

LO3: Undertake a literature search and produce a review, with appropriate synthesis, to a good academic standard.