BSc Computer Science

at University of Leicester

Year 1

The first year provides a solid grounding in the theories and technologies that underpin software engineering. We will cover Python and Java programming and program development environments (such as Eclipse) along with basic discrete mathematics for applications. You will also learn about the architecture of modern processors and the foundations and history of computer science.

 

Modules

• Algorithms, Data Structures and Advanced Programming 
• Computer Architecture
• Computing Fundamentals
• Foundations of Computation
• Introduction to Object Oriented Programming
• Mathematics Fundamentals
• Programming Fundamentals
• Requirements Engineering and Professional Practice

After the first semester you may be able to transfer to the BSc in Software Engineering.

 

This is the same as the first year of the MComp.

 

Modules shown represent choices available to current students. The range of modules available and the content of any individual module may change in future years.

 

Year 2

During your second year you will become an expert in all aspects of the software engineering process and apply your skills in a software engineering group project. In addition, you will learn about operating systems, networks, user interfaces, human-computer interactions, and artificial intelligence or functional programming or data analytics.

 

You will be part of a team project, working together to develop software, typically commissioned by a real client. You will learn to manage a team. Each team works within a teaching framework, broad enough to allow you to work flexibly and innovatively, but moderated to ensure that teams are performing and progressing. You will learn to prepare written reports, and give a group presentation (these are skills that employers rate very highly).

 

Core modules

• Databases and Domain Modelling
• Operating Systems and Networks
• Software Architecture and System Development (double module)
• Software Engineering Project (double module)
• User Interfaces and HCI

Option modules
Choose one option module from:

• Data Analytics
• Functional Programming
• Foundations of Artificial Intelligence

This is the same as Year 2 of the MComp.

 

Modules shown represent choices available to current students. The range of modules available and the content of any individual module may change in future years.

 

Year in Industry or Abroad (optional)

If you want to, you can spend your third year studying abroad at one of our partner institutions or working in an industrial placement. Alternatively, you can opt to continue studying at the University and complete your degree in three years.

 

Final Year

Your final year is an opportunity to specialise in the areas of computing that interest you. The third year project is a chance to follow your own interests in depth, with one-to-one supervision.

 

Core modules

• Computer Science Project (double module)
• Computers, Society and Professionalism

Option modules
Choose two option modules from:

• Communication and Concurrency
• Internet and Cloud Computing
• C++ Programming
• Software Measurement and Quality Assurance
• Mobile and Web Applications
• Computational Intelligence and Software Engineering

Then choose two option modules from:

• Analysis of Algorithms
• Compression Methods for Multimedia
• Foundations of Cybersecurity
• Big Data and Predictive Analytics
• Technology Management

This is the same as Year 3/4 of the MComp.

 

Modules shown represent choices available to current students. The range of modules available and the content of any individual module may change in future years.

• A/AS-levels: ABB. Two AS-levels considered in place of one A-level. General Studies accepted. 
• EPQ with A-levels: BBB + EPQ at grade B.
• GCSE: Grade B/5 in Maths.
• Access to HE Diploma: Pass relevant diploma with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at Distinction. 
• International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 30. Minimum of 4 in HL Maths, or 5 in SL Maths, or 6 in Maths Studies required if grade B/5 not held at GCSE.
• BTEC Nationals: Extended Diploma with D*D*D*. BTEC must be in IT, Science or Engineering.

 

Selection Process
When considering your application, we will look for evidence that you will be able to fulfil the objectives of the course and achieve the standards required. We will take into account a range of factors including previous exam results.

 

Applicants are not normally interviewed, but an additional assessment test may be required. If you receive an offer you will be invited to visit the Department of Informatics.

 

English Language Requirements
IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard.

 

International Qualifications
Find your country in this list to check equivalent qualifications, scholarships and additional requirements.

UK Students

Starting in 2022

• £9,250 in your first year. Tuition fees are subject to government regulations and may change in future years
• Year Abroad: your fee will be £1,250 for that year
• Year in Industry: your fee will be 15% of the full-time tuition fee that applies in that year

If you are resident outside the UK and the Republic of Ireland, you will need to pay a deposit of £3,000 to secure your place. This will be subtracted from your total tuition fee.

 

International Students

Starting in 2022

• £21,750 per year
• Year Abroad: £5,437.50, which is 25% of the full-time tuition fee
• Year in Industry: £3,262.50, which is 15% of the full-time tuition fee

You will need to pay a deposit of £3,000 to secure your place. This will be subtracted from your total tuition fee.

 

From 2022 onwards, EU nationals will pay the International fee. If you are an EU national with settled or pre-settled status under the EU settlement scheme, you may qualify for the UK fee (subject to criteria).

Many of our modules feature external speakers who are able to give first-hand accounts of how the latest computing innovations are used in industry.

 

You will work on a project commissioned by a real client and gain an insight into the practices of design, implementation and professional project management. You will be taught how to specify, design and develop software systems, gaining the technical skills and insights that employers value very highly.