41039 Programming 1 (University of Technology Sydney): rated 4.4/5 overall across 3 reviews collected on UTS Wall.
41039 is a University of Technology Sydney course taught by the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology in Computer Science. This page brings together its handbook details and what UTS students say about it.
Review data updated 2026-10-24.
Chinese title: 编程1
Type: Undergraduate subject
Credit points: 6
Subject area: Computer Science
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
Level: Undergraduate
Handbook year: 2026
This subject provides a foundation in core programming concepts, vital for careers in computer science and software development. It emphasises project-based learning, independent research, and effective communication.
41039 has 3 scored reviews: overall 4.4/5 · usefulness 4.0 (all out of 5; higher difficulty means harder).
Sources: 1 StudentVIP review (average 4.0 stars); 2 Reddit comments that an AI model judged to be reviewing this course (average would-recommend 4.6/5).
On Reddit: "Programming 1 has no prerequisite and it teaches you basics concepts of programming. It’s a core subject that you will need to take before doing any other programming related subjects. It teaches you the fundamentals of programming. If you already know basics of programming, you…"
On Reddit: "Both 31269 and 31282 require 31266 Intro to Information Systems so you'd have to do that one too to get into either of them (but 31266 doesn't require any PRs). 48023 and 48024 should be fine - 48024 will require 48023 or 41039. I'd recommend 41039 Programming 1 in place of 4802…"
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Q: Is 41039 worth taking?
A: Averaged over 3 reviews: usefulness 4.0/5, overall 4.4/5.
Q: Which faculty teaches 41039, and when is it offered?
A: 41039 is taught by the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology. Check the official handbook for the current year.
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