Leeds Beckett University - City Campus,
Woodhouse Lane,
LS1 3HE
Leeds Digital Festival
21 September - 2 October 2026
Leeds Beckett is proud to partner with Leeds Digital Festival, one of the UK's largest open-platform tech festivals, celebrating innovation across all sectors including AI, data, FinTech, and HealthTech.
A long-standing supporter of the festival, Leeds Beckett works alongside businesses, educators, community organisations and industry leaders to champion digital skills, innovation and inclusive growth across the city.
As one of the largest universities in the Leeds City Region, Leeds Beckett plays a key role in developing the talent, knowledge and research that helps drive the region’s thriving digital economy. Through industry partnerships, applied research, degree programmes and professional development opportunities, we connect people, ideas and organisations to address real-world challenges and shape the future of technology.
As part of Leeds Digital Festival 2026, Leeds Beckett is hosting a series of free events that bring together students, graduates, employers, entrepreneurs and digital professionals to share insights, explore emerging trends and build meaningful connections across the sector.
Whether you’re looking to start a career in tech, develop your business through digital innovation or understand the opportunities and challenges presented by AI, there’s something for everyone in this year’s programme, with speakers and collaborators from some of the region’s leading organisations and anchor institutions, including Leeds City Council, Skipton Group, the British Library and Accenture.
Digital Degrees at leeds beckett
Undergraduate study
Develop the digital skills employers are looking for with a degree from Leeds Beckett University. Study future-focused courses including Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security and Digital Forensics, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics and Automation, Creative Technologies and Digital Marketing.
Through industry-informed teaching, real-world projects and strong employer partnerships, you'll gain the knowledge, practical experience and professional skills needed to drive innovation and succeed in the fast-moving digital sector.
Postgraduate study
Looking to advance your career, specialise in a growing digital field or change career direction? Our postgraduate courses are designed to help you build advanced knowledge, boost your earning potential and prepare for leadership opportunities in the digital economy. Study areas include Digital Marketing, Digital Education and Artificial Intelligence, Marketing and Digital Strategy, Advanced Cyber Security, Digital Dispute Resolution, AI and Data Science, and many more.
Why study a BSc (Hons)Â Digital and Technology Solutions Apprenticeship Degree?
The School of Built Environment, Engineering and Computing has been delivering the Digital and Technology Solutions Apprenticeship Degree for five years.
Degree apprenticeships
Our degree apprenticeships combine full-time work with studying for a bachelors or masters degree qualification, enabling apprentices to gain an in-depth understanding of their subject area and sector, whilst developing professional skills and applying academic learning in the workplace. Designed in partnership with industry and aligned with UK Government Apprenticeship Levy funding (up to 95% funding available), our Digital and Technology Solutions degree apprenticeship includes modules specifically designed to help apprentices develop the knowledge and skills necessary to become qualified in one of the following roles:
- Software developer
- Data analyst
- Cyber security consultant
Get in touch to find out more about our Degree Apprenticeships
