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Undergraduate MEng
Computer Science
Gain the expertise for a hands-on technical role or management position in this fast-paced field. You'll achieve a master's-level qualification on this course.
Course Overview
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8L17 -
L27 -
Headingley Campus Beckett Park -
Full-Time -
4 Years -
16 Sep 2024
With technology firms around the world crying out for highly skilled graduates, this course will put you at the forefront of computer science engineering.
As part of this course, you’ll:
- Graduate with a masters-level qualification
- Study key STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) subject area themes, as outlined by the Government
- Develop the skills you’ll need to solve computing problems in any industry, in a networked and converged world packed with opportunities
- Examine computer systems, understand how they work, problems that arise and the implications of what companies are developing
- Hone your expertise in emerging technologies and build your abilities in project management and teamworking
- Study a variety of topics including advanced software engineering, cloud computing, network management, industrial control systems, robotics and systems integration, machine learning and data analytics
Develop industry-ready skills
This course was designed in partnership with industry. This means your studies will be current and reflect the latest trends in computer science engineering. Our teaching team has a wealth of industrial and research experience which will feed into your learning. Guest lectures by leading industry practitioners will enable you to benefit from their expertise.
Gain hands-on experience
We’re committed to giving you hands-on experience that will impress employers when you graduate. Many of your assessments will be practical and you’ll give demonstrations and produce projects, reports and presentations that will help you link theory to practice.
Placement opportunity
If you undertake a paid placement during your third year, you’ll have a fantastic opportunity to gain invaluable experience. We also organise an annual event which will enable you to showcase your projects and ideas with industry.
Why study Computer Science at Leeds Beckett University...
- 92% of students on MEng Computer Science were positive about the way teaching staff explain things*
- Fantastic placement opportunities
- Industry experienced expert teaching team
- Practical assessments such as demonstrations, group projects, reports and presentations will help you link the theory you are learning to industry practice, preparing you for life in the workplace
- Showcase your projects and network with experts from industry at our annual showcase event
*National Student Survey 2023
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Everything you need to know
Discover all there is to know about the course, from entry requirements and fees to exploring the school you’ll be joining - we’ve got it covered.
Entry requirements
128
points required
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
128
points required
UCAS Tariff Points: 128 points required.
(Minimum 80 from two A Levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies).
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 128 UCAS tariff points.T Levels
Pass overall with a minimum of 128 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core.Scottish Awards
128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above.Irish Leaving Certificate
128 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
128 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.
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.
International baccalaureate
128 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
The tabs below detail what and how you will study in each year of your course. The balance of assessments and overall workload will be informed by your core modules and the option modules you choose to study – the information provided is an indication of what you can expect and may be subject to change. The option modules listed are also an indication of what will be available to you. Their availability is subject to demand and you will be advised which option modules you can choose at the beginning of each year of study.
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.
Gain a solid understanding of advanced machine learning techniques and its applications. You'll implement the different advanced algorithms using your programming language of choice.
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).
What you'll learn
Enhance your understanding of the tools and techniques used by modern network managers. You'll learn to collect management data, look for faults on the network and identify diagnostic procedures that are on par with industry standards.
The module will focus on the principles and the techniques in developing systems for 'Internet of Things'. You'll understand the application of intelligent systems in everyday life and how to automate complex scenarios. You'll look at prototyping smart systems and the tools and techniques used to develop them for a connected world. We'll explore how to program automation features in devices such as wearable technologies, and home-automation technologies. You'll develop a critical understanding of the components and principles that form an IoT system and how to critically analyse a problem, build a prototype and deploy a smart system using appropriate tools and techniques.
Develop an awareness of the methods and skills required to carry out master's-level research successfully. You'll reflect critically on your own development in the context of your chosen programme of study. Your final product or dissertation must demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of your field of study and a critical awareness of issues at the forefront of our discipline. It should build on your existing skillset and demonstrate a degree of originality in the application of your knowledge.
Engage in research or advanced scholarship in a subject area that is of particular interest to you. You'll carry out an in-depth research project, which will be discussed in a formal dissertation.
Option modules may include
Learn about fundamental principles and approaches to intelligent systems, autonomous behaviour, sensing and control. You'll use practical examples of simulated robotic systems, open-source robot/A.I. systems and software to drive your learning. You'll also be expected to develop or modify software for simulating simple behavioural and reaction patterns of robotic and other intelligent agents/systems using tools such as ROS, MATLAB, and Simulink.
This module will provide you with an understanding of the new model of service computing. It covers a unique set of principles that are used to create software and designed as units of services.
Study the techniques involved in assembly language programming. You'll look into the various approaches of design and programming modern day computer systems at a very intricate level.
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
Access to course resources, equipment and facilities, including:
- All software used on the course if a student version is available.
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.
Access to course resources, equipment and facilities, including:
- All software used on the course if a student version is available.
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.
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.
Career Prospects
A rewarding career in computer science awaits you. You’ll have the expertise to take a hands-on technical role, management position or research post. This course will prepare you for opportunities in robotics, manufacturing, engineering, internet systems, retail or any industry where computer science experts are needed. A broad range of technology-based roles will be open to you, including systems administrator, analyst or designer, software engineer, cloud solutions developer, cloud database architect, industrial controls designer and network architect or designer.
- Software engineer
- Cloud solutions developer / cloud database architect
- Industrial controls designer
- Network architect / designer
Our Meng Computer Science course is an interesting and challenging course, which combines hands-on approaches with the theories behind software and hardware systems. With our new Applied Computer Science lab, students will have access to the cutting-edge technologies such as Raspberry pi 4-8G sets, VR headsets, mBot Robot kits, different sensor kits compatible with Raspberry pi, Duckiebot, drones and many more hardware and software facilities. 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.
Dr Pooneh Bagheri Zadeh
Course Director
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
Beckett Careers Team
Our careers service is not just there for undergraduates, we support our postgraduate taught and research students too.
Your postgraduate degree will boost your CV and help you stand out from the crowd. Whether you're just starting out on your chosen career path, changing careers or moving to the next level, we can provide you with expert advice and resources to help you take the next steps to achieving your goals.
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.
Your Beckett experience
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92%
of students on MEng Computer Science were positive about the way teaching staff explain things
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