British Computer Society

BCS was previously a member organisation of the Science Council, through which it was licensed to award the designation of Chartered Scientist.The major ethical responsibilities of BCS are emphasised by the leopard's face, surmounting the whole crest and depicting eternal vigilance over the integrity of the Society and its members.[11] The Advisory Council provides advice to the Trustee Board on the direction and operation of BCS; in particular, it is consulted on strategic plans and the annual budget.[13] The Fellow of the BCS (FBCS)[14] title is conferred on individuals to recognise their outstanding achievements and contributions to Information Technology (engineering, product management, business leadership, etc.).[19] F-TAG provides technical thought leadership governance for BCS, informing policy positions [20] and content.[22] Other Professional membership bodies apply to the BCS for a licence that enables them to award CITP to their eligible members.The society provides several awards to recognise outstanding computer scientists, engineers, experienced and young IT professionals.BCS offers qualifications that cover all areas of IT, including understanding Spreadsheets and Presentation Software, Animation, Video Editing and Social Networking safety.The average user can save up to 21 days a year by improving their typing speed as well as preventing repetitive strain injury (RSI).e-type comes with full support materials and computer-based courseware before allowing the user to assess their skills using a simple online test.The qualification has been designed to provide a basic understanding of the Internet and to start using the web safely, from reading email to shopping online.
Sir Nigel Shadbolt was President of BCS from 2006 to 2007.
Dame Wendy Hall was President of BCS from 2003 to 2004.
Prince Edward, Duke of Kent was President of BCS from 1982 to 1983.
Lord Mountbatten was President of BCS from 1966 to 1967.
Sir Maurice Wilkes served as the first President of BCS in 1957.
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