Course summary
Develop the expertise needed for a rewarding career. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies on this industry-focused computer science degree. Skilled computing professionals are in demand. Completing this computer science degree will give you the knowledge needed to work at the forefront of this exciting sector. As part of this course, you’ll:
- Study fast developing areas including Software Engineering, concepts in artificial intelligence, networked communications and cloud-based systems
- Learn the principles of computer science and how to apply them to problems across different industries
- Work with a variety of tools including Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Python, Java, OpenStack, Eclipse, Visual Paradigm, Android Studio
- Enhance your teamworking and project management abilities using the agile skills and techniques that are widespread in many industries, while honing your expertise in emerging technologies
- Top 30 in the UK for Computer Science and Information Systems*
- Practical learning – learn how to apply your technical skills to real industry computing challenges
- Placement option – you’ll be encouraged and supported to take a ‘sandwich’ year – a year of paid employment in industry which will build your skills and experience
- Industry 4.0 - study a range of subjects including AI, Data Analytics, Systems, networking communications and more
- Learn from experts – in addition to industry experienced tutors, you’ll have access to specialist guest lectures and employer networking events
- Create together – additional opportunities to work and collaborate with your course mates through hackathons and programming competitions
Modules
Year 1 Core Modules:
- Computing Systems
- Fundamentals of Computer Science
- Fundamentals of Computer Programming
- Fundamentals of Databases
- Object-Oriented Programming
- Computer Communications
- Software Systems Development
- Operating Systems in Practice
- Computer Network Architectures
- Applied Machine Learning
- Team Project
- Advanced Software Engineering A
- Production Project
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- I100
- Institution code:
- L27
- Campus name:
- Headingley Campus
- Campus code:
- H
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 points
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Leeds Beckett University
City Campus
Leeds
LS1 3HE
Clearing contact details
Admissions Enquiries
0113 812 3113
Additional information
0900 hrs - 1700 hrs Monday to Friday