2014/15 Undergraduate Programme Catalogue

BSc Computer Science (International)

Programme code:	BS-CS9	UCAS code:
Duration:	4 Years	Method of Attendance:	Full Time
Programme manager:	Dr Hamish Carr	Contact address:	h.carr@leeds.ac.uk

Total credits: 480

Entry requirements:

AAA at A-Level (including maths) or equivalent, appropriate English qualification.

School/Unit responsible for the parenting of students and programme:

School of Computing

Examination board through which the programme will be considered:

School of Computing

Relevant QAA Subject Benchmark Groups:

Computer Science

Programme specification:

In detail, the programme will provide students with a broad overview of:
1. the power and limitations of computer systems;
2. the potential of technological developments in hardware and software for supporting and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of systems;
3. the application of good practice in the design and construction of software and information systems.

The programme will:
- provide students with an appreciation of the mathematical, theoretical and conceptual foundations of computer science;
- provide students with the analytic, design, engineering and evaluation skills necessary to specify, develop, test and implement information and software systems;
- provide a sound basis for acquiring high competence in computer programming;
- enable students to gain specialist knowledge in research areas in which the School excels;
- prepare students for the computer industry so that with the appropriate experience they will reach the highest professional standards.

Year2 - View timetable

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment, Learning Context]

Year3 - View timetable

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment, Learning Context]

Compulsory modules:

Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:

COMP9001

Study Abroad (International)

120 credits

Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun)

Last updated: 19/05/2014

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