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History of Computing at Newcastle

We're proud of our long history in computing science education and research.

History of Computing at Newcastle timeline

Our history dates back to 1957 and the creation of the Computing Laboratory in Newcastle. The Computing Laboratory housed our first computer (a Ferranti Pegasus). It fulfilled the twin roles of an academic department and a computing service.

Find out more about our history through our timeline.

1950s

Find out about our early computer science work in the 1950s.

1960s

The demand for computer science grew rapidly in the 1960s.

1970s

Our advancement in computer science continued in the 1970s.

1980s

The School of Computing saw more developments in equipment, computer science teaching and research in the 1980s.

1990s

The 1990s saw the separation between the academic and service functions of the School of Computing.

2000s

The new millennium saw the School adopt a broader perspective in both computer science research and teaching.

2010s

Student numbers continue to grow and the School moves to the USB to accommodate its every-growing staff and student community.

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