Leeds Beckett University - City Campus,
Woodhouse Lane,
LS1 3HE
Undergraduate BSc (Hons)
Computer Science
Develop the expertise needed for a rewarding career. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies on this industry focused course.
Course Overview
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I100 -
L27 -
Headingley Campus Beckett Park -
Full-Time -
3 Years -
16 Sep 2024
Computer science graduates are in demand. Completing this course 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
Industry affiliated
This course is accredited by the British Computer Society – Chartered Institute of IT (BCS). BCS recognises the quality of our curriculum, assessment, student support and all elements of the course. This means that what you’re learning is current and in-line with industry requirements.
Hands-on learning
Practical experience will be at the heart of your learning. We have strong contacts with industry, and you’ll have the option to do a placement year. Previous students have worked at NHS Digital, Sky and Rolls Royce.
Group projects, and presentations, along with hackathons and competitions, will help you link theory to industry practice.
Specialist facilities
You’ll have access to a range of resources as a student on this course, . These will include a dedicated networking lab where you can learn how to configure networks and work on industry-standard network management tools. You’ll also be able to use our sandbox lab with full administrator rights, which gives you the freedom to work on a range of technologies. This will enable you to develop advanced skills using a variety of tools and possibility for learning systems development with Raspberry Pi and IoT.
Why study Computer Science at Leeds Beckett University...
- 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
*2024 Guardian Subject League Tables
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Entry requirements
120
points required
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
We have welcomed students from over 140 countries to study at Leeds Beckett University. If you are interested in studying with us you can find all the information you need about entry requirements and how to apply on our country specific pages.
Entry requirements
120
points required
UCAS Tariff Points: 120 points required.
(Minimum 80 from two A Levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies).
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
GCSEs
GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade 4 or above (Grade C for GCSEs taken before 2017) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy and Adult Numeracy are accepted in place of GCSEs.Access to HE Diploma
Pass overall with a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points.T Levels
Pass overall with a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core.Scottish Awards
120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above.Irish Leaving Certificate
120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at higher level of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above.International baccalaureate
120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 3 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade H5 or above.IELTS
IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.
Selection Criteria
We may use selection criteria based on your personal attributes; experience and/or commitment to the area of study. This information will be derived from your personal statement and reference and will only be used if you have met the general entry requirements.
Our commitment to help every student succeed
Leeds Beckett University is committed to ensuring that every student with the potential to succeed at our University is able to do so regardless of their background. For this reason we operate a contextual admissions policy, which means we take into account a range of additional factors when we assess a student’s application. Applicants who meet at least one of our contextual admissions criteria will be offered a place on this course with lower (predicted or achieved) UCAS Tariff Points than our published tariff (above).Our contextual admissions criteria are:
- Home postcode is in an area where few people go to University (POLAR4 quintile 1 or 2 area. This can be checked on the Office for Students website).
- Declared disability on the UCAS application form (or direct application for part time applicants).
- Over the age of 21 on the 1st of September before the course starts.
- Declared as a care experienced on the UCAS application form (or direct application for part time applicants).
Mature Applicants
Our university welcomes applications from mature applicants who demonstrate academic potential. All students will be considered through the contextual admissions policy described above. If you do not meet the requirements through the contextual admissions policy, we may still be able to make you an offer if you have recent relevant work experience through our 'Recognition of Prior Learning' policy. Please ensure that you list both your qualifications and any relevant work experience in your application so that we can consider you under both schemes where applicable. All applicants should meet our standard entry requirements of GCSE grade C in English language and, where specified, Maths. Alternative qualifications such as functional skills are accepted in lieu of GCSEs for most courses.We have welcomed students from over 140 countries to study at Leeds Beckett University. If you are interested in studying with us you can find all the information you need about entry requirements and how to apply on our country specific pages.
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
International baccalaureate
120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 3 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade H5 or above.IELTS
IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.
Selection Criteria
We may use selection criteria based on your personal attributes; experience and/or commitment to the area of study. This information will be derived from your personal statement and reference and will only be used if you have met the general entry requirements.
Additional entry requirements:
Verify your qualifications
If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Please contact our International Office on +44 (0)113 812 1111 09.00 to 17.00 Mon-Thurs / 09.00 to 16.30 Fri GMT or email internationaloffice@leedsbeckett.ac.uk.Need to improve your English Language skills?
Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses.More questions?
No matter what your questions, we are here to answer them, visit our International website to get more information and find out about our online open days.Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.
Teaching & Learning
What you'll learn
Gain an insight into computers, operating systems and networks. You'll discover how they work internally and with each other to provide the common computing experience with which we are all familiar.
Develop your core understanding of many aspects of computer science. This will include software engineering, computer networking, digital media, AI, cloud computing, sustainable computing and big data.
You'll be introduced to the fundamentals of computer programming. This will include variables and data types, understanding sequence, selection and iteration, basic algorithms, and structured programming and reuse.
Discover the stages involved in the development of database systems and acquire database modelling and implementation skills. You'll also examine the ethical and professional issues associated with the database development process.
Extend the basic knowledge of programming you have gained on the fundamentals module. You'll focus on the concept of object-oriented programming and its associated design techniques.
Examine the principles involved in making information sharing possible, efficient and secure. You'll gain an understanding of the techniques that networking protocols use to achieve successful communication, including error detection and recovery, multiplexing and security protection.
What you'll learn
Focus on advanced programming concepts and their underlying principles. You'll also study professional techniques used during development of good quality commercial strength software products.
Develop your knowledge of operating systems to a level that will enable you to support, administrate and even develop small parts of a live operating system.
Explore the basics of local area networks (LANs) and wireless LANs. You'll develop an understand of the operations and key components of LANs and WLANs.
Develop your knowledge of algorithms and data structures, and the latest development in artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques. You'll explore the ways in which they are applied in various contexts for example smart cities, health, business, and manufacturing.
Further your professional and entrepreneurial skills by working within a small group to design, develop and present a solution to a real or case-study based problem.
Option modules may include
Building on your understanding of digital security, this module will examine various security mechanisms, both physical and policy based, and give you practical experience of hacking and prevention.
Explore the design and development of dynamic websites. You'll examine the design process alongside an introduction to server-side web development, enabling you to build a well-designed, interactive site.
Build on your experience of designing and implementing databases. You'll apply your database application development and programming skills to build robust applications.
What you'll learn
Extend your programming skills and knowledge to a more advanced level. You'll develop your transferable programming and design abilities which will permit you to work confidently within industry.
Enhance your professional and entrepreneurial skills. You'll work in a small development team to identify, research, plan, design, develop, evaluate and present a software-based solution to a real problem.
Option modules may include
Examine how to build cloud services and explore the technologies required to provide these to client-side systems. You'll study the established protocols that are used to communicate with server-side software and consider aspects such as security and n-tier systems.
Focus on current developments, standards, tools and technologies within the area of internet application systems. You'll learn to build professional web-based systems using a variety of current techniques.
Take a practical perspective on the domain of data and database development and management. You'll seek to justify and implement appropriate modelling, design and programming strategies that satisfy the requirements associated with a range of modern data/database applications.
Investigate the architectures, platforms and techniques available to build applications for mobile devices.
Study advanced concepts in networking technologies including quality of service in converged Networks. You'll study concepts of software defined networks (SDN) and network function virtualisation (NVF).
This course offers the opportunity to take a ‘sandwich’ year – a year of paid employment in industry which will build your skills and experience. This is usually taken between the second and third year of your degree, typically making your course four years in total.
Students who choose the sandwich route find it helps with both their studies and getting a job after graduation. It can build your confidence, contacts, and of course your CV. Leeds Beckett advertise lots of placement opportunities and provide support in helping you find the right placement for you.
Fees & Funding hellooo
£9,250
UK
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2024/25 is £9250. The amount you will pay may increase each year to take into account the effects of inflation.
Sandwich Year
You will normally spend a whole year in placement. For this year you will be charged a reduced fee of £1385.
£16,000
International 2024
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2024/25 is £16000. The amount you will pay is fixed at this level for each year of your course.
Sandwich Year
You will normally spend a whole year in placement. For this year you will be charged a reduced fee of £2400.Fees & Funding
£9,250
For students entering in 2024
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2024/25 is £9250. The amount you will pay may increase each year to take into account the effects of inflation.
Sandwich Year
You will normally spend a whole year in placement. For this year you will be charged a reduced fee of £1385.Additional course costs
Tuition Fees
Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations.
The following are also included in the cost of your course:
- 24/7 Library and student IT support
- Free wifi via eduroam
- Skills workshops and resources
- Library membership, giving access to more than 500,000 printed, multimedia and digital resources
- Access to software, including five free copies of Microsoft Office 365 to install on your PC,laptop and MAC, and access to free high-end software via the Leeds Beckett remote app
- Loan of high-end media equipment to support your studies
Other study-related expenses to consider: materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (whilst the library provides access to readings recommended for your modules, you may wish to purchase your own copies of some books); you can also make suggestions for books to be added to Library stock; placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you may need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.
As well as your mobile phone, you will also need access to a desktop computer and/or laptop to complete assignments and access university online services such as MyBeckett, your virtual learning environment. You can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located in the libraries.
This list is not exhaustive, costs are approximate and will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees. If you choose to study via distance learning, you may not be able to access all of the facilities listed if you are not able to visit us on campus.
£16,000
For students entering in 2024
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2024/25 is £16000. The amount you will pay is fixed at this level for each year of your course.
Sandwich Year
You will normally spend a whole year in placement. For this year you will be charged a reduced fee of £2400.Additional course costs
Tuition Fees
Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations.
The following are also included in the cost of your course:
- 24/7 Library and student IT support
- Free wifi via eduroam
- Skills workshops and resources
- Library membership, giving access to more than 500,000 printed, multimedia and digital resources
- Access to software, including five free copies of Microsoft Office 365 to install on your PC,laptop and MAC, and access to free high-end software via the Leeds Beckett remote app
- Loan of high-end media equipment to support your studies
In many cases, costs associated with your course will be included in your course fee. However, in some cases there are ‘essential’ additional costs (those that you will be required to meet in addition to your course fee), and/or ‘optional’ additional costs (costs that are not required, but that you might choose to pay). We have included those essential or optional additional costs that relate to your course, below.
Other study-related expenses to consider: materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (whilst the library provides access to readings recommended for your modules, you may wish to purchase your own copies of some books); you can also make suggestions for books to be added to Library stock; placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you may need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.
As well as your mobile phone, you will also need access to a desktop computer and/or laptop to complete assignments and access university online services such as MyBeckett, your virtual learning environment. You can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located in the libraries.
This list is not exhaustive, costs are approximate and will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees. If you choose to study via distance learning, you may not be able to access all of the facilities listed if you are not able to visit us on campus.
Top 30
in the UK for Computer Science and Information Systems
Our Computer Science courses create engineers geared to deal with future challenges in advanced and converged computing. Graduates from our courses stand out from the crowd with a specialist skill set and expertise ideal for careers in computer science, an area where there is currently a significant skills shortage.
Kiran Voderhobli
Senior Lecturer
Facilities
- Dedicated networking lab
- Industry-standard network management tools
- Data science lab
- Sandbox labs with full administrator access
- Learning systems development using Raspberry Pi and IoT
Moving on up
Leeds Beckett climbs 40 places in the Complete University Guide 2024
Your future in our hands
There’s a lot to consider when choosing a course. Take a look at the team you’ll be working with, employability statistics and career prospects to help make up your mind.
Your course tutors encourage you to move out of your comfort zone and try new ideas and new projects, for example programming a different language that’s not taught on the course. In addition, there are societies you can join, such as the Ethical Hacking Society. Guest speakers come in from industry and talk to you about what’s currently being done in the sector too. It’s really interesting to see how what we learn applies to the real world.
Jordan Drummon Edwards
BSc (Hons) Computer Science student
Our computer science courses will prepare you for advanced computing jobs of the future by helping you develop the skillsets, knowledge and experiences that employers seek. We use advanced approaches to ensure you understand the key principles of computer science from theoretical study of programming to practicality of computing systems and networks and apply your knowledge through individual and team-based projects.
Dr Pooneh Bagheri Zadeh
Course Director
Career Prospects
The growing demand for computer science skills means graduates with STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) degrees are becoming increasingly sought after in industry. Whether you’re interested in a hands-on technical role or undertaking pioneering research, this course will open career opportunities across Industry 4.0 and beyond.
Career options include:
- Software engineer
- Cloud architect & developer
- Systems analyst & engineer
- Industrial controls designer
- Data analyst
You could also progress onto postgraduate level study with one of our masters’ courses, including MSc Advanced Computer Science, MSc Data Science or MSc Information & Technology.
Scholarships and bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that an education at Leeds Beckett University is open to all. If you're thinking of joining us for undergraduate study, you may be eligible for a non-repayable scholarship or bursary to help with the cost of university. To find out if you are be eligible visit our scholarships and bursaries page.
We also offer a range of non-repayable scholarships for international students. To find out if you may be eligible visit our scholarships for international students page and select your home country from the drop-down list.
Our Graduate Promise
We have a dedicated team of people who will support you with all aspects of your career planning, from day one until 18 months after you graduate.
Getting you career ready is an integral part of your university life and this is embedded throughout your lectures and seminars. Outside of your course there is a wide range of support available to help you achieve your career goals, including:
- Getting ready to apply for jobs
- Working on your CV
- Interview skills and assessment centres
- Connecting with employers and organisations
PLACEMENTS
Our careers team runs regular events and support sessions to help you apply for jobs and placements. The “Thinking Ahead” session delivered in your first-year induction week will encourage you to plan for your future. It will introduce you to various online resources and employability related events. In your second year, you’ll have access to placement support sessions that help you prepare for working in industry. As a student of this course, you’ll benefit from having access to support from a dedicated tutor who looks after employability for computer science courses.
Previous placement companies include:
- Knorr-Bremse
- Sky
- NHS Digital
- Rolls Royce (internship)
- EZEducation
- Gough & Kelly
Kiran Voderhobli
Senior Lecturer / School Of Built Environment, Engineering And Computing
Kiran is the Course Director for Computer Science and leads the undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the discipline. His research interests are in Network Management and Sustainable Computing.
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