computer science
computer science — noun
1. the academic subject that teaches you about computers, how they work, how to wri
the academic subject that teaches you about computers, how they work, how to write programs for them, and how to use them in different areas of work and daily life
Liam decided to study computer science after building his first website at age fifteen.
collocation: study + computer science
National Taiwan University has one of the best computer science programs in Asia.
computer science + noun (modifier): program
Padma took a computer science course to learn how to create mobile apps.
Many high schools now offer computer science classes to prepare students for future careers.
- computing
a more general term that also includes basic IT skills and using computer applications; more common in British English
文法句型
study/learn/teach + computer science
computer science + noun (course, degree, department, student)
用法筆記
Computer science is an uncountable noun and does not take the indefinite article 'a' or 'an'. It is frequently used as a modifier before other nouns to describe courses, degrees, departments, or careers related to the subject.
常見錯誤
2. the scientific field that explores the theoretical foundations of information an
the scientific field that explores the theoretical foundations of information and computation, including how to design computer systems, create efficient algorithms, and solve complex problems using mathematical methods
Artificial intelligence is one of the fastest-growing areas of computer science.
pattern: area of + computer science
Gabriela's research in computer science focuses on making internet search engines faster and more accurate.
pattern: research in + computer science
The field of computer science has led to major advances in medical imaging and disease detection.
Advances in computer science help engineers design more secure online banking systems.
- informatics
a broader term used especially in Europe; includes information systems and data management alongside computation
- computation
narrower in meaning; refers specifically to the process of calculating or processing data
文法句型
branch/field/area + of + computer science
advances/research/developments + in + computer science
用法筆記
This sense focuses on the theoretical and research-oriented aspects of computer science, such as algorithm analysis and computational theory. It is commonly used in academic writing and research contexts, often with words like 'branch', 'field', or 'area'.