BCS in Scotland

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About BCS

Established in 1957, the British Computer Society (BCS) is the professional body for those working in IT. The BCS is the UK's Chartered body for ICT (Information and Computing Technology) professionals. BCS membership is recognised world wide for excellence in ICT qualifications, standards and professional conduct. Chartered members are distinguished by, Chartered IT Professional (CITP), Chartered Engineer (C.Eng), and may also attain Chartered Scientist (C.Sci).

There are over 40 Branches and Sub-Branches throughout the UK numerous special interest groups. For an overview of the BCS, interested IT Professionals in Scotland are best advised to browse the main BCS Website then contact their nearest Branch as listed below. The Branches and specialist groups organise local events for members.

About BCS in Scotland

BCS in Scotland acts as a national focal point for Scottish Interests, Issues, News and Events. It is the voice of Scottish ICT professionals in such national bodies as the Scottish Parliament and Government, NHS Scotland and local authorities in Scotland.

The Branches and main Specialist Groups active in Scotland are listed on the right.

 

Events

Forthcoming BCS Events in Scotland

24th - 25th May 2013
Lean Quality Assurance - a two day FREE course
Lecturer: Tom Gilb Hon FBCS
Venue: Glasgow Caledonian University, 70 Cowcaddens Road, Glasgow, G4 0BA.

24th May 2013
Real Value Delivery: the application of the Evolutionary Project Management method as a supervisor to Scrum and other Agile methods
Speaker: Tom Gilb Hon FBCS
Venue: Glasgow Caledonian University, Cowcaddens Road, Glasgow, GB4 0BA

5th June 2013
Increase Business Value of IT by managing technical debt strategically
Speaker: Ali Law
Venue: Room 4.31, University of Edinburgh Informatics Forum, 10 Crichton Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9AB