Imagine Cup Competition

Imagine Cup is a global competition that empowers the next generation of computer science students to team up and use their creativity, passion and knowledge of technology to create applications that shape how we live, work and play.

Outline of Activity

This competition requires a student team to initially put together a design of proposed software solution for a problem within a specified theme.

Learning Outcomes

Develop commercial awareness
Personal and interpersonal skills
Verbal and non-verbal communication skills
Time management
Negotiation skills
Team working, relating to others effectively
Active listening
Self-awareness
Ability to motivate others
Ability to deal with potential conflict situations
Problem solving skills
Organisational and planning skills
Leadership
Project management
Commitment
Presentation skills
Adaptability and flexibility
Positive attitude
Willingness to learn
Research skills
Development of self-motivation, confidence and self esteem.

Assessment Details

Level of Commitment

This is a huge commitment taken on by the students:
It will require full commitment from all team members with the first stage beginning November/December.
The initial research and design document will require minimum of 2 weeks.
If successful in first phase the second phase of developmental work will require a huge time commitment for 3 months’ development minimum.