Would you take Computer Science?

Hi everyone,

If you could give me a minute or so of your time that would be really helpful.

I am currently a computer science (CS) student and I have an assignment to make an animation to get teenagers (roughly 11-18) interested in computer science. The idea is that it would show them that CS is an option to them at degree level, or even before.

So, if you are a CS student or are applying for CS degrees now, I would really like to hear from you what interests in CS enough to make you want to take it at degree level. I would be particularly interested from people who chose CS over maths, physics or other sciences and who until recently wouldn't have considered a CS course.

If you are not currently considering a CS course (or are a bit young to think about degrees), but are interested in maths and science, what would make you consider taking computer science or showing more interest in computer science. If you are applying for maths/science degrees, do you realise you can take CS without prior programming experience?

Also, girls, what are your thoughts on computer science? Why do you think it's traditionally taken up by guys more than girls?

Thanks everyone for their time. I would really appreciate any replies and let's see if we can get a discussion going. This might also be a good place to ask a CS student questions about CS if you are unsure about it.

Thanks