This is a very general introduction that assumes you know nothing at all about cloud computing. I start by introducing the general principles underlying cloud computing, talk about the benefits of this approach and then go on to discuss specific ways in which cloud computing is used.

I think that the objective of lectures is to enlighten and enthuse. Traditional Powerpoint slides with bullet points rarely enlighten and never enthuse. Therefore, my slides illustrate my lectures and, I am pleased to say, don't have any bullet points at all. They do not make sense without hearing the lecture. The slides and an audio recording of each lecture will be available after I've presented the lectures.

To back up the lectures, you need to do some reading and I've produced a course reading list. For the tutorials, you must read the first paper on this list; for the essay and exam, you must read all the papers under essential reading. I've also included some links to videos that you may find helpful. For those who would like to know more about the topic, I have suggested some extra reading that you might do.