MEng (Hons) Computer Science (with a year in industry)

Program Overview

The University of York's Computer Science (MEng) program provides a comprehensive education in computer science theory and practical skills. Students gain a solid foundation in programming, systems, and intelligent systems, and have the opportunity to gain real-world experience through a year in industry. The program prepares graduates for a wide range of careers in software development, IT, finance, and research.

Program Outline

Extracted Information from Computer Science (MEng) - Undergraduate, University of York

Degree Overview:

• Objective:
To provide students with a thorough grounding in computer science theory and practical skills, helping them to solve real-world problems and experience the cutting edge of the subject with the added benefit of a year in industry.
• Structure:
Studies systems at different levels of abstraction, including digital hardware architectures, low-level programming, operating systems, intelligent systems, compilers, and high-level languages. The program also includes a year in industry for students to gain real-world experience.
• Duration:
5 years full-time

Outline:

• Year 1:
Establishes a solid foundation in programming and computing.
• Modules: Software 1: Foundations of Programming for Computer Science, Theory 1: Mathematical Foundations of Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Software 2: Object-Oriented Data Structures and Algorithms, Systems and Devices 1: Introduction to Computer Architectures, Theory 2: Formal Languages and Automata.
• Year 2:
Builds upon the foundation laid in Year 1.
• Modules: Data: Introduction to Data Science, Systems and Devices 2: Operating Systems, Security and Networking, Theory 3: Computability, Complexity and Logic, Intelligent Systems: Machine Learning and Optimisation, Engineering 1: Systems and Software Engineering, Systems and Devices 3: Advanced Computer Systems.
• Year 3 (in industry):
Students spend a year gaining practical experience in industry.
• Year 4:
Students delve deeper into specific areas of interest.
• Modules: Choice of four option modules, a group engineering project, and a computer science project.
• Year 5:
Focuses on advanced research and project work.
• Modules: Choice of four option modules, a group engineering project, and an advanced project in computer science.

Assessment:

• Uses a variety of assessment methods, including written exams, presentations, lab reports, and coursework.
• Provides feedback on all assessments.

Teaching:

• Taught by a team of active researchers and experts in the field.
• Uses a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, and practical laboratory sessions.
• Offers a personal supervisor for guidance and support.
• Provides access to state-of-the-art facilities and laboratories.

Careers:

• Graduates find employment in a variety of fields, including software development, IT, finance, and research.
• Many graduates pursue further studies, such as a PhD.
• The program prepares students for a wide range of career paths.

Other:

• The program is accredited by the BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT.
• Students have access to a dedicated industrial placement team.
• The program offers opportunities to study abroad.
• The extracted information is based on the course webpage and may not be exhaustive.

Additionally:

• The program content and structure may change over time.
• For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the official University of York website.

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

UK (home) fees: £9,250 per year International and EU fees: £28,800 per year UK (home) or international fees? The level of fee that you will be asked to pay depends on whether you're classed as a UK (home) or international student. Check your fee status. Fees for subsequent years UK (home) fees may increase within the government fee cap in subsequent academic years. We will notify you of any increase as soon as we can. International fees are subject to increase in subsequent years in line with the prevailing Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation rate (up to a maximum of 10%). More information For more information about tuition fees, any reduced fees for study abroad and work placement years, scholarships, tuition fee loans, maintenance loans and living costs see undergraduate fees and funding. Additional costs There are unlikely to be any mandatory additional costs associated with the course, although you may want to set aside £200 for optional photocopying and personal stationery over the duration of the course.