Engineering Postgraduate Brochure 2015

Faculty of Engineering

Engineering and Computing Postgraduate Masters Courses 2015

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POSTGRADUATE MASTERS COURSES 2015

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The University of Leeds is a member of the Russell Group of research-intensive universities and home to one of the UKs top engineering and computing faculties.

We have an international reputation for our teaching and research, achieving exceptionally high scores in the UK governments latest Research Assessment Exercise (RAE). We also rank highly in the UKs main university league tables.

Our high research ratings means that you will be taught and supervised by world-class academics on courses that are at the leading edge of thinking in the field. You will also benefit from our strong industrial connections with major collaborations both in the UK and overseas.

We offer a broad range of masters courses spanning the breadth of the engineering and computing disciplines and geared around a wide range of careers. Not only are our masters courses excellent for career development, with graduates moving into a wide range of exciting and challenging careers, they are also excellent preparation for those wanting to undertake a research degree.

You will join over 800 engineering and computing postgraduate students who come from all around the world.

Our teaching and research is delivered through our five schools:

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Chemical and Process Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Energy and Environment

Fire and Explosion Engineering

Materials Science and Engineering

Sustainable Energy Systems

Civil Engineering

Engineering Project Management

Environmental Engineering and Project Management

International Construction Management and Engineering

Structural Engineering

Water, Sanitation and Health Engineering

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Advanced Computer Science (Cloud Computing)

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Electronic and Electrical Engineering

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Electrical Engineering and Renewable Energy Systems

Electronic and Electrical Engineering

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Engineering, Technology and Business Management

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SCHOOL OF CHEMICAL AND PROCESS ENGINEERING

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SCHOOL OF ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

SCHOOL OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
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Why study in the School of Chemical and Process Engineering?REPUTATIONTop 5 in the UK for Chemical Engineering

RESEARCH-BASED TEACHINGYou will join a community of outstanding academics and students who are all passionate about their subjects. You will learn from some of the most respected academics in the world.

As a student here, you will experience research-based teaching and work alongside academics who are making discoveries and breakthroughs in your subject. You will develop excellent relationships with your lecturers and tutors, and their passion and support will ensure you are at the cutting edge of knowledge creation.

We are ranked 3rd in the UK for research according to the latest UK Government Research Assessment Exercise (RAE).

ACADEMICALLY EXCELLENTOur research strengths and industrial advisory board help ensure our courses are up to date with the modern practice and techniques that will enable you to thrive in industry upon graduation. The majority of our courses are either accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) or the Energy Institute (EI) under licence from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council.

REWARDING CAREERSThe diversity of our masters courses and our strong links with industry means that our graduates are highly sought after by employers. We have long established links with industry and other international organisations, both in the UK and overseas for example: BP, Shell, Proctor & Gamble, Unilever, Dow Chemicals, BRE and Arup.

To help you secure a graduate position the Faculty has a dedicated Employability team that will give you access

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4TH IN THE GUARDIAN 2015

5TH IN THE COMPLETE UNIVERSITY GUIDE 2015

RANKED 3RD IN THE UK (RAE)

to specific engineering careers resources and industry guides. In addition, you can receive specialist one-to-one support from qualified careers advisors, with further opportunities to attend industry presentations and our annual engineering and computing careers fair, which attracts over 50 graduate employers.

The University also has a careers centre located on campus, which is one of the largest in the country. The centre provides high-quality professional support and advice for all our students.

SPECIALIST FACILITIESWe have invested over 8.5m in teaching and research facilities, which means you will have access to laboratories equipped with the latest technology, for example, for environmental monitoring and pollution control, and advanced energy systems such as fuel cells. Specialist facilities also include; x-ray diffractometers, scanning electron microscopes, a pilot scale chemical process and combustion plant, petroleum reservoir and rock deformation laboratory.

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CHEMICAL ENGINEERING 06

ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT 08

FIRE AND EXPLOSION ENGINEERING 10

MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING 12

SUSTAINABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS 14

To find out more visit our website: www.engineering.leeds.ac.uk/chemical

REWARDING EXCELLENCEDEAN OF ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP Worth 1,000 to all UK/EU-rated, fee paying students who achieve a UK first class degree or equivalent.

HEAD OF SCHOOL EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP Worth 2,000 to all international-rated, fee paying students who achieve a UK first class degree or equivalent.

ALUMNI BURSARYWorth 10% of fees for any former student of the University of Leeds who study a postgraduate qualification in the School of Chemical and Process Engineering.

Terms and conditions apply. Check website for full details.
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This course aims to provide you with advanced chemical engineering and process technology skills for exciting and challenging careers in the chemical and process industries. It also enables graduates in chemistry or other science/engineering disciplines to convert to a specialisation in chemical engineering.

The course has been designed to provide a greater depth and breadth of knowledge of aspects of advanced chemical engineering and a range of up-to-date process technologies, which will enable you to design, operate and manage processes and associated manufacturing plants and to provide leadership in innovation, research and technology transfer.

For students with a non-chemical engineering background, the concepts of process design are introduced, leading to a plant design project. These projects cover wide-ranging topics in chemical engineering, colloids and interfacial engineering, multiscale and process modelling, fine chemicals processing, minerals and waste processing, powder and formulation engineering, in-process measurement and control systems.

CAREERSCareer prospects are excellent. There is a wide range of opportunities in the chemical and allied industries, in process engineering, process design and research and development, as well as in finance and management.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSA minimum of a UK second class honours degree (2.2), or equivalent, in chemical engineering or a related engineering or science discipline.

COURSE CONTENTYou will study 180 credits in total. A standard module is typically worth 15 credits and the research project is worth 60 credits.

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MSc Chemical Engineering

Modules (Compulsory) Content Credits

Research project You will undertake a research project during the summer months. Recent projects include: Control of heat release and temperature levels in jacketed stirred tank vessels Pool boiling heat transfer of nanofluids Computational modelling of particulate flowwww.engineering.leeds.ac.uk/chemical/postgraduate/projects

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Multiscale Modelling and Simulation

Provides an overview of modelling techniques at the microscopic, mesoscopic and macroscopic length scales, eg molecular modelling, discrete element methods and process systems modelling. It will show how multiscale modelling can be applied to solve practical problems via a number of case studies.

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Batch ProcessEngineering

Provides an understanding of the distinctive features of batch processes, the concepts and methods for scheduling and simulation batch operations, skills for selection of batch route, solvents and equipment, and the design of control systems and the future directions in batch manufacturing techniques.

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Advanced ReactionEngineering

Covers advanced topics in reaction engineering, including, non-isothermal operation and stability of reactors, non-ideal flow reactors, reactions catalysed by solids and design of packed-bed and fluidised-bed reactors, multiphase reactions and reactor design and recent advances in reaction engineering.

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Advances in ChemicalEngineering

Introduces the most recent developments in chemical engineering science and technology, covering topics such as colloidal science and engineering, nano-science and technology, process analytical technology and non-intrusive measurement techniques.

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Fuel Processing This module will deliver an understanding of the technologies and chemical processes used in fuel processing in the oil, gas and coal industry and enable the students to solve technology-specific problems and critically address technology-comparative questions.

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Modules (Compulsory) for graduates with a non-chemical engineering background:

Research project You will also undertake a research project during the summer months. 60

Separation Processes Provides a thorough grounding in the unit operations of distillation and absorption for binary and multicomponent systems. Provides a basis for the equipment design aspects of the plant design project module.

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Chemical Process Technology and Design

Provides an understanding of the basic concepts surrounding pharmaceutical and chemical processes, design and manufacturing. 30

Batch ProcessEngineering

Provides coverage of various aspects of batch processing of chemicals.15

Chemical ReactionProcesses

Provides a comprehensive introduction to types of reactions and reactors, together with rate analysis and principles of design of ideal reactors. 15

Modules (Optional) for all students:

Industrial PolymerEngineering

Designed to provide a thorough understanding of industrial polymers application through a holistic approach that integrates polymer manufacturing, polymer processing and product application development.

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Pollution Sampling and Analysis

Provides you with the knowledge of the underlying principles of the main instrumental chemical analysis used in pollution monitoring and measurement. You should understand the chemistry relevant to sampling, sample preparation and the chemical processes occurring in each instrument.

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Energy Management and Conservation

Provides you with the knowledge and skills required for efficient utilisation and management of energy services in industrial and commercial situations. Energy Management Techniques: Role of the Energy Manager. Energy audit. Energy analysis. Energy in buildings. Carbon audit.

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Fuel Processing This module will deliver an understanding of the technologies and chemical processes used in fuel processing in the oil, gas and coal industry and enable the students to solve technology-specific problems and critically address technology-comparative questions.

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This module list is an indicative list and actual content may vary as we regularly review the content of our courses in light of new experiences and developments in the field.

THIS COURSE IS ACCREDITED BY THE

INSTITUTION OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERS

(ICHEME)
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MSc Energy and Environment

We are all increasingly aware that our present and future energy demands, and particularly our over-reliance on fossil fuels, contribute to global warming and can destabilise world economies. The impacts of climate change are becoming visible throughout the world, with receding glaciers, changing weather patterns, coastlines and ecosystems. The links between climate change and poverty and human health are a significant concern for the future.

Gas and oil prices have recently been very unstable, while world energy demand carries on rising. Developing renewable sources of energy is therefore of increasing importance. Urban populations are also continuing to grow, bringing with them waste disposal problems, traffic congestion and air pollution and greater power, heating and refrigeration needs.

As a response, we are now seeing changing energy policies worldwide, geared towards encouraging energy autonomy by developing renewable energies and recycling initiatives, as well as implementing low-carbon technologies. The UK climate change bill will be a driver for change. At the same time, pollution control guidelines and emission regulations have tightened both within the EU and worldwide. There will be an increasing demand for graduates with an understanding of the environmental impacts of energy technology choices and the technical expertise to further develop them.

This course is one of a handful of courses in the UK university sector that provides graduates from diverse engineering, scientific and technical backgrounds with expertise in new and traditional energy technologies, renewable sources of energy, solid waste recycling, air pollution and climate change, and energy management systems.

CAREERSThe need for all businesses and industrial companies to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions will be a major driver in future development. The demand for graduates with the skills offered by the course is therefore high. Typically, graduates of this course go on to work in senior posts with high levels of responsibility in energy and environmental consultancies, architectural firms, environmental departments of local authorities, government agencies, major funding bodies, large industrial companies and emerging businesses in the renewable sector. Some graduates choose the path of academic research and subsequently undertake a PhD.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSA minimum of a UK second class honours degree (2.2), or equivalent, in an engineering, physical science or mathematics discipline.


Research project You will undertake a research project during the summer months. Recent projects include: Potential of marine biomass for production of chemicals and biofuels Assessing the exposure of commuters to traffic generated particles: a comparison of

transport options Location of solar farms under climate changewww.engineering.leeds.ac.uk/chemical/postgraduate/projects

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Pollution Sampling and Analysis

Covers the underlying principles of the main instrumental chemical analysis methods used in pollution monitoring and measurement including spectroscopy, chromatography and air quality monitoring.

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Renewable Technologies Provides an introduction to renewable energy technologies such as solar, wind, hydroelectric and ocean energy, geothermal energy and energy storage methods. Gives a general overview of wider issues in the renewables industry such as capacity factors, carbon intensity, levelised costs, energy trends and policies, commercial awareness.

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Atmospheric Pollution: Impacts and Controls

Understanding the mechanisms of emission of the main air pollutants and the principles of the processes used for the control of air pollution from stationary industrial sources. 30

Advanced Renewable Technologies

Provides an understanding of the mechanisms of emission, dispersion, and local and global environmental impacts of the main air pollutants from combustion and industrial sources. Covers the principles of processes used to control air pollution from such sources as well as computational and laboratory skills of relevance to pollution control.

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Combustion Theory and Design Introduces you to the fundamentals of combustion, combustion process control, and fire and explosion prevention. It will focus on the applications of combustion in industrial processes, transportation and power generation.

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Energy Management and Conservation

Provides you with the knowledge and skills required for efficient utilisation and management of energy services in industrial and commercial situations. You will cover energy management techniques, boilers and combustion and industrial energy conservation.

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Fuel Processing Introduction to refinery distillation processes, petroleum refining, natural gas processing and coal conversion technology.

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Advanced Engines and Turbines

Study transport policy options for low CO2 from transport including electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles and the possible use of hydrogen in SI engines and fuel cells. Understand the factors that influence carbon emissions from transport and the technologies to improve the thermal efficiency of SI engines and the reasons why diesel engines are superior from a carbon audit viewpoint.

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ENERGY INSTITUTE (EI)





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MSc Fire and Explosion Engineering

Modules (Optional) Content Credits

Fire and Explosion Investigation

Provides a large part of the scientific knowledge and understanding needed in fire and explosion investigation within the framework of current legislation. The module is delivered by a large team of practitioners and academics, all experts in their particular fields of contribution.

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Fire and Safety Law Covers UK and European legislation in the fields of fire, safety, and hazardous materials. Also provides an understanding of how this is implemented through the detailed analysis of case studies.

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Fire Risk Assessmentand Management

Covers risk assessment concepts, techniques and the data required for an evaluation of fire risk in most buildings/facilities. Qualitative risk evaluation is covered in detail and a number of quantitative tools are introduced and illustrated, some with case studies. This module is delivered by e-learning.

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Research project You will undertake a research project during the summer months. Recent projects include: Aircraft fuel tank vapour/air explosions Investigation of air starved fires using the cone calorimeter Venting of gas explosions; venting using gases of different reactivitywww.engineering.leeds.ac.uk/chemical/postgraduate/projects

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Explosion Predictionand Mitigation

Provides an in-depth understanding of turbulent combustion and of the development of vapour cloud explosions in congested process plant and inside complex vessels. 30

Fire Dynamics and Modelling

Applies general combustion principles to fires, reviews the parameters that influence flame spread and steady burning and gives the tools to quantify the burning rate in compartment fires, predict the rate of development of the fire, the onset of flashover. It applies these concepts to fire protection design. Develops understanding of the factors influencing smoke movement and their application to smoke control.

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Fire Safety Design Understanding the mechanisms of emission of the main air pollutants and the principles of the processes used for the control of air pollution from stationary industrial sources. 45


ENERGY INSTITUTE (EI)


Fire is the major destroyer of property and an obvious threat to human, animal and plant life. In fact, fires and explosions cause 1% of the global burden of injury and 300,000 deaths per year worldwide, destroying cities, families, workplaces, workforce and wildlands.

The loss of human life is not the only outcome of fire and explosion. In the UK alone, the financial cost and safety provision amount to an estimated 6bn per year, accounting for 1% of annual GDP. As a consequence, there is a growing need, nationally and internationally, for qualified professionals to design fire and explosion protection systems within a legislative framework that is complex and fast changing.

This course has been developed to meet this growing need, covering both foundation and advanced aspects of fire and explosion engineering education and training. Increasingly oriented to performance-based standards, the industry needs professionals with a good level of scientific understanding, the ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and an excellent grasp of the evolving legal environment. This course develops expertise in these areas and is accredited by the Energy Institute.

This course can be undertaken on a full-time (one year) or part-time (three year) basis. For the part-time mode of study, a total of approximately six separate weeks of attendance at Leeds is required over the three-year period.

CAREERSCareer destinations for graduates of this course are diverse and include opportunities in fire and explosion consultancies, civil and architectural engineering companies, the chemical and oil and gas industry, fire and explosion protection equipment manufacturers, government bodies, local authority fire safety and planning offices, specialist research and testing labs, and insurance companies.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSA minimum of a UK second class honours degree (2.2), or equivalent, in an engineering, physical science or mathematics discipline. Non-graduate applicants may be considered if they have sufficient relevant professional experience or qualifications.




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MSc Materials Science and Engineering

There is a high demand for qualified materials scientists, materials engineers and metallurgists. This course has been designed for graduates from science, mathematics and other engineering disciplines, who wish to convert to a specialism in materials science and engineering or metallurgy. It will also benefit professional engineers already working in the materials sector who wish to deepen their knowledge and expertise, which in turn, will enhance and develop future careers.

It will enable you to acquire the understanding and skills to contribute towards the present needs and future challenges of advanced materials and manufacturing within transportation, bioengineering, energy, electronics and information technology, sport, sustainable development amongst other areas.

Part time (24 months) option available, designed specifically to appeal to students already in part-time or full-time employment who wish to study to masters level or convert their specialisation in order to advance their career prospects.

CAREERSCurrently there is an increasing high demand for qualified materials scientists, materials engineers and metallurgists. Career prospects are excellent and cover a wide range of industries concerned with the research and development of new and improved materials, materials synthesis and commercial production, and materials exploitation in cutting-edge applications in engineering and technology.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSA minimum of a UK second class honours degree (2.2), or equivalent, in engineering, a physical science or mathematics. Relevant professional qualifications and experience may also be considered.



Research project You will undertake a research project during the summer months. Recent projects include: Microstructure development in drop-tube processed cast iron Validation of cooling rate models of drop-tube processing Characterisation of graphite nanoplatelets (GNPs) produced by solvent exfoliation of graphitewww.engineering.leeds.ac.uk/chemical/postgraduate/projects

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Materials Structures and Characterisation

Because of the importance of microstructure for a materials properties, the ability to determine this on all scales is essential. This module examines materials microstructures and how they may be represented, and provides a comprehensive theoretical and practical understanding of the techniques used to characterize these.

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Structure-Property Relationships

Structure-property relationships are at the heart of materials science and metallurgy. This module provides a secure theoretical understanding of the mechanisms whereby a materials microstructure determines its mechanical, physical and chemical behaviour.

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Phase Transformations and Microstructural Control

Microstructure is not an intrinsic property of a material it can be modified by judicious choice of processing route. In this module, the relationship of microstructural evolution to thermodynamic and kinetic principles will be quantitatively examined across all materials classes.

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Materials Selection and Failure Analysis

Selecting the right material and process for a particular application is a key to successful engineering design. This module looks a range of different approaches to optimizing the selection process and at how forensic engineering may be employed to identify the causes of failures in service.

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Materials Modelling If you already hold an accredited Engineering degree at Bachelors or Masters level, you will study this module which examines the theory, application and significance of process simulation and modelling in materials science and engineering.

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Metals and Alloys This module provides an in-depth understanding of the principles of physical metallurgy and the application of the processing-microstructure-property relationships to the design of ferrous and non-ferrous alloys for engineering applications.

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Nanomaterials This module provides a knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice governing a variety of preparative techniques which may be employed for the production of nanoparticles and bulk nanocrystalline and nanocomposite materials.

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Process Metallurgy This module quantitatively examines the range of conventional, contemporary and future techniques for the processing of metals and alloys with a particular focus on microstructural control. Solidification processing, metalworking, machining, joining, surface treatment and powder metallurgy are covered in detail together with an evaluation of other, contemporary, niche or developing processes.

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Materials for Functional Applications

This module provides you with an understanding of the technological, engineering and commercial challenges underpinning the use of materials in the production of advanced electronic and functional devices.

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Ceramics, Polymers and Composites

This module builds on the fundamental principles of materials science covered earlier in the course and applies and extends this to understanding the design of conventional and advanced ceramics, polymers and composite materials for structural applications.

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Biomaterials and Applications This module provides a knowledge and understanding of the requirements of materials and their stability in a biological environment. The relevance of this to materials selection, design and properties of medical implants and devices and to understanding the biological processes is demonstrated.

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Extractive Metallurgy This modules provides students with an understanding of the physical chemistry of metal extraction and refining processes in ferrous, nonferrous and refractory metals.

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MSc Sustainable Energy Systems

In the developed world, life in the 21st century relies upon a plentiful supply of energy. Maintaining the supply while limiting our environmental impact and spreading the benefits to developing nations is the defining challenge of our age. We need to move to more sustainable forms of energy, managing the transition so as to maintain prosperity in the face of technical, political, economic and environmental challenges.

In response to these challenges, we have developed a Sustainable Energy Systems MSc with energy science and technology at its core but covering key aspects of business, economics and policy. You will learn about conventional and renewable energy conversion and distribution systems.

You will also develop an understanding from a technical, regulatory and financial standpoint of the challenges associated with the transition to an alternative system and acquire the skills and knowledge to help make it happen.

CAREERSUpon graduation you will be ideally qualified to take up and pursue leading roles in the energy sector. With your business, policy and entrepreneurial skills and a high level of technical/scientific knowledge you will be equipped for senior positions with traditional blue-chip engineering companies or power utilities.

Equally you will be well placed to pursue careers in the financial sector and positions within the legislature and trade organisations. For those with a creative mind and the entrepreneurial spirit you will be well prepared for roles in new start-up businesses and will have many of the skills and attributes required to start one of your own.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSA minimum of a UK upper second class honours degree (2.1), or equivalent, in an engineering or a physical science discipline. Relevant professional qualifications and experience may also be considered.


Research project You will undertake a research project (some supported by industry), related to a contemporary energy issue/technology, worth 60 credits during the summer. 60

Energy Systems: Analysis and Efficiency

Designed to convey key skills of analysis in the context of energy systems. These will include thermodynamics of energy systems, life cycle analysis and embedded energy analysis and general system analysis tools such as mixed integer linear programming.

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Renewable Energy Laboratory You will complete at least four experiments exploring renewable energy technologies such as wind, wave, bio-fuels and geothermal energy. Each experiment will have associated on-line resources and exercises to convey the key technical issues along with short on-line assessments.

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Policy and Economics for Sustainable Energy Systems

This module will convey key issues in economics and policy emphasising how they must be considered closely with technology development. You will consider the key non-technical issues that influence the design, operation and development of energy supply systems in the UK and elsewhere.

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Enterprise Awareness and New Venture Creation

This module will be taught by Leeds University Business School and derived from their existing Enterprise Awareness & New Venture Creation module. 15

Sustainable Future Power Generation from Hydrocarbons

In this module you will consider the role of fossil and hydrocarbon fuels in future energy systems. You will consider modern energy conversion processes that allow such fuels to be used in a reduced emission and sustainable way utilising technologies such as carbon capture and storage (CCS), integrated gasification combined cycle (IGCC), chemical looping combustion (CLC) and bio-fuels.

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Energy Futures This module will comprise seminars from guest speakers chosen primarily from the universities post doc/research fellow community who will convey the essence of their research and its place in the energy landscape.

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Nuclear Operations Provides you with a detailed knowledge of how core nuclear science translates into commercial nuclear power operations and key organisational and procedural aspects of nuclear power. 15

Nuclear Futures Provides you with the skills to identify, discuss and analyse the technological, economic and policy factors that will govern the future of the nuclear industry, both in the UK and overseas.

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Micro-Grid Laboratory Provides you with an understanding of grid-connected renewable energy generation systems, and to develop their skills in modelling, designing and controlling such systems. 15

Grid-Connected Microgeneration Systems

Provides you with a knowledge and understanding of the issues relating to interconnection of renewable sources and control and protection methods. 15

Combustion in Engines Provides you with an understanding of the basic principles of combustion processes and their application to engines used in transport and power generation. 15

Energy in Buildings Provides you with knowledge of advanced building services design techniques, and professional practices. 15

Biological Energy Generation from Organic Waste

Introduces you to the philosophy behind diversion of organic wastes from landfill and provides a policy background against which a range of technologies for recovery of energy and other resources are best achieved, both financially and environmentally.

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Why study in the School of Civil Engineering?

REPUTATIONGlobally renowned for our teaching, research and engagement with industry and government, we are one of the largest and longest established civil engineering schools in the UK.



ACADEMICALLY EXCELLENTOur industrial advisory board and an employers group play an active role in ensuring that our courses provide you with the modern skills, practices and techniques that industry looks for in its graduate engineers. Our masters courses are accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators under licencefrom the UK regulator, the Engineering Council.

REWARDING CAREERSThe diversity of our masters courses and our strong links with industry means that our graduates are highly sought after by employers. We have long established links with industry and other international organisations, both in the UK and overseas for example: Arup, AMEC, Atkins, Costain, Carillion, Balfour Beatty and Rolls-Royce.

To help you secure a graduate position the Faculty has a dedicated Employability team that will give you access to specific engineering careers resources and industry guides. In addition, you can receive specialist one-to-one support from qualified careers advisors, with further opportunities to attend industry presentations and our annual engineering and computing careers fair, which attracts over 50 graduate employers.


SPECIALIST FACILITIESWe have excellent facilities available to you during your studies. Students studying Environmental Engineering and Project Management or Water, Sanitation and Health

Engineering have access to the public health laboratories with separate areas for solid waste, water and wastewater, a class II microbiology lab and clean room. Structural Engineering students have access to bench-top testing facilities to look at the fundamental behaviour of materials and soils; or testing rigs for full-scale structures. All students have access to the specialist software required for all programmes, and access to a dedicated masters study suite.

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ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGEMENT 18

ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT

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INTERNATIONAL CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND ENGINEERING

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STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING 24

WATER, SANITATION AND HEALTH ENGINEERING 26

To find out more visit our website: www.engineering.leeds.ac.uk/civil

REWARDING EXCELLENCEDEAN OF ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP Worth 1,000 to all UK/EU-rated,fee paying students who achieve a UK first class degree or equivalent.

HEAD OF SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP 10 scholarships available worth 1,000 to UK/EU-rated, fee paying students. To be selected for this award, students must demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and industrial experience on the application form.

HEAD OF SCHOOL EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP Worth 2,000 to all international-rated, fee paying students who achieve a UK first class degree or equivalent.

ALUMNI BURSARYWorth 10% of fees for any former student of the University of Leeds who study a postgraduate qualification in the School of Civil Engineering.

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MSc Engineering Project Management

Many engineering projects are now undertaken by multidisciplinary teams who are responsible for the whole-project life cycle in a multi-project or programme management environment. Typically, these projects are becoming increasingly complex. As a result, team members are expected to have a range of project management skills, including contractual knowledge, financial engineering competency and strategic awareness.

The course covers the entire project management process, from inception and feasibility, engineering, procurement and implementation through to commissioning and operation.Particular emphasis is placed on financial, planning and management aspects of the project life cycle.

This degree is accredited as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for a Chartered Engineer (CEng) for candidates who have already acquired an accredited CEng (Partial) and BEng (Hons) undergraduate first degree.

CAREERSMany of our previous graduates now work as project managers for construction companies, in consultancy or for large client organisations. Alternatively, you may choose to continue to work as an engineer or general manager, but with increased input into the project work of an organisation.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSA minimum of a UK second class honours degree (2.2), or equivalent, in an engineering or technological discipline. A managerial or economic discipline will be considered providing applicants have 2 years relevant work experience in an engineering environment. Consideration will be given to professionally qualified and experienced candidates without formal qualifications.


Research project/dissertation You will undertake a project during the summer months. Recent examples include: Uncertainty management Relational contracting and alliances Management of multiple projects Financing of public private partnerships www.engineering.leeds.ac.uk/civil/postgraduate/projects

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Advanced ProjectManagement

Takes the key aspects of project management to an advanced level, fully embracing complexity and uncertainty. 15

Strategic Management in Construction

Addresses the strategic planning process, change, culture, organisational learning, international business strategy, alliances and joint ventures, international marketing and knowledge management.

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Funding for Projects Addresses the current methods of financing major national and international projects, provides a review of funding practice and policy, relevant appraisal methods, public sector finance, private sector finance, concession contracts, UK Private Finance Initiative, and allocation of risk and private finance in developing countries.

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ProcurementManagement

Introduction to procurement management, alternative procurement strategies, partnering, client supply chain management and procurement, contracting strategies, procuring multi-projects and a programme of projects.

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Project Management Covers the major concepts of project management and the role of the project manager, appreciation of investment appraisal, risk and planning techniques.

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Risk Management Covers risk management theory, risk management processes, Monte-Carlo simulation, risk registers and uncertainty and opportunity management.

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Value Management This is a double-weighted module and introduces value engineering (VE) and value management (VM) through its operation at the outline sketch and scheme/schematic design stages of a project. The concept of the client value system is introduced, and the design of VM and VE studies and approaches to teams and facilitation are explored.

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COURSE CONTENTYou will study 180 credits in total. A standard module is typically worth 15 credits and the research project/dissertation is worth 60 credits.
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MSc Environmental Engineering and Project Management

This course provides consultants, operators, regulators and managers with the professional skills and training to contribute to the provision of environmentally sound and economically sustainable systems in the fields of clean water supply, wastewater treatment, and the management of solid waste, including wastes from the oil industry.

It is intended for those who find themselves in management positions with little knowledge or experience of the management techniques necessary to manage the range of projects for which they have responsibilities. The course is also appropriate for people who have a background in management but feel that they lack up-to-date technical knowledge in the rapidly changing field of environmental engineering.

CAREERSGraduates from this course are in demand in a number of professions. On graduation, you can expect opportunities in consulting and contracting engineering, water companies, utility companies and regulators, as well as other environment-related companies.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSA minimum of a UK second class honours degree (2.2), or equivalent, in engineering or a science-based subject. Consideration will be given to applicants with equivalent academic or professional qualifications in an engineering or natural science subject. Given the nature of the course and the broad range of skills required by professionals working in these topic areas, students with degrees from other disciplines (eg architecture and economics) and a proven track record in work will also be considered.


Research project/dissertation You will undertake a project during the summer months. Recent examples include: Potential impacts of climate change on wastewater treatment The effects of shale gas fracking on water industry assets The use of recycled glass in wastewater treatmentwww.engineering.leeds.ac.uk/civil/postgraduate/projects

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Bioenergy from Wastes The module introduces the philosophy behind diversion of organic wastes from landfill and provides a policy background against which a range of technologies for recovery of energy and other resources are best achieved, both financially and environmentally.

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Solid WasteManagement

Introduces the key challenges associated with the generation of municipal solid waste and its collection, recycling and ultimate disposal. It considers landfilling, thermal treatments and mechanical-biological treatment options, including outline designs of the key unit processes.

15

Environment and Health Management

Understand how legislation is applied to protect environment and health, the role of public health engineers in developing technologies to ensure legislatory compliance and recognise organisms that have a major impact on our environment, soft positive and negative.

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Water ResourceManagement and Supply

Presents the principals of integrated water resources management and introduces the tools necessary to undertake and regulate water resources management. It covers the design of water systems and water treatment, including point source development, network design and distribution, operational and management issues.

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The Management of Projects Covers the major concepts of project management and the role of the project manager, projects appreciation of investment appraisal, risk techniques and planning techniques.

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Wastewater and Organic WasteManagement

Students will learn to design a modern wastewater treatment facility for large urban areas, which recovers energy and nutrients and operates at a low cost and reduced carbon footprint. 30








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MSc International Construction Management and Engineering

This course has been created to help construction professionals become more effective by developing and refining the generic and specialist construction project management skills required in the construction industry. It will prepare you for the challenges of a changing and dynamic global construction industry. The course covers the construction process, from inception and feasibility, design, contract and construction through to commissioning, operation and maintenance.

Particular emphasis is placed on the financial, planning and management aspects of the whole life cycle. The flexible nature of the course offers you the opportunity to strengthen existing technical and engineering skills.

This degree is accredited as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for a Chartered Engineer (CEng) for candidates who have already acquired an accredited CEng (Partial) and BEng (Hons) undergraduate first degree.

CAREERSThe course is highly regarded within the construction industry and many graduates go on to take positions as construction managers. Opportunities also exist with multidisciplinaryconsulting organisations. Many of our graduates return to work for government agencies and other large client organisations, often in more senior roles.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSA minimum of a UK second class honours degree (2.2), or equivalent, in Civil Engineering or a related subject. Industry experience is preferable. Consideration will be given to professionally qualified and experienced candidates.


Research project/dissertation You will undertake a project during the summer months. Recent examples include: Potential impacts of climate change on wastewater treatment The effects of shale gas fracking on water industry assets The use of recycled glass in wastewater treatmentwww.engineering.leeds.ac.uk/civil/postgraduate/projects

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Advanced ProjectManagement

Takes the key aspects of project management to an advanced level, fully embracing complexity and uncertainty. 15

Applied ConstructionManagement

An introduction to the UK construction industry. Covers environmental health, quality, health and safety, and supply chain management. Stakeholder relationships planning are also covered. 15

ProcurementManagement

Introduction to procurement management, alternative procurement strategies, partnering, client supply chain management and procurement, contracting strategies, procuring multi-projects and a programme of projects.

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Project Management Covers the major concepts of project management and the role of the project manager, appreciation of investment appraisal, risk techniques and planning techniques. 15

Whole Life AssetManagement

The concept of whole-life management (WLM) and best value are introduced in the context of infrastructure project management, procurement routes and the project chain value. 15


Design andManagement ofStructures inEarthquake Zones

Covers the fundamentals of structural dynamics and earthquake engineering, including finite elements in applied dynamics, application of engineering dynamics in practical engineering situations, evaluation criteria for earthquake-damaged structures and current retrofitting methods.

15

Deterioration andMaintenance ofPavements

The highway network is a major economic asset of any country. This is an intensive four-day module, which is delivered largely by practising engineers. Includes the design of pavements, pavement materials, highway management, forms of deterioration and associated investigative techniques, repair and maintenance andstrengthening of pavements.

15

Funding for Projects Addresses the current methods of financing major national and international projects, provides a review of funding practice and policy, relevant appraisal methods, public sector finance, private sector finance, concession contracts, UK Private Finance Initiative, and allocation of risk and private finance in developing countries.

15

Risk Management Covers risk management theory, risk management processes, Monte-Carlo simulation, risk registers and uncertainty and opportunity management.

15

Strategic Managementin Construction

Addresses the strategic planning process, change, culture, organisational learning, international business strategy, alliances and joint ventures, international marketing and knowledge management

15

Value Management This is a double-weighted module and introduces value engineering (VE) and value management (VM) through its operation at the outline sketch and scheme/schematic design stages of a project. The concept of the client value system is introduced, the design of VM and VE studies and the approaches to teams and facilitation are explored.

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COURSE CONTENTYou will study 180 credits in total. A standard module is typically worth 15 credits and the research project/dissertation is worth 60 credits.THIS COURSE IS ACCREDITED BY THE





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MSc Structural Engineering

Structural engineering is at the heart of any developed or developing country. Virtually everything that you see in the modern world involves a structure of some shape or form. These include a huge variety of buildings, bridges, railways, airports, water supply systems, water treatment plants, flood defence schemes, oil and gas process plants and power stations. Many examples of construction that remain from the ancient world are also fine examples of structural engineering.

Structural engineers help to make, shape and maintain the built environment. They are professionals who enjoy innovation, a challenge, opportunities, responsibility and excitement in a varied and very satisfying career. Structural engineering is a profession that provides a tremendous opportunity to make a real difference to peoples lives and their environment.

This course is strongly linked to the School of Civil Engineering, local and regional industry and the Yorkshire branch of the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE). Successful completion of the course satisfies some of the IStructE IPD requirements. During this course, you will have the opportunity to use our heavy structures laboratory, the largest of its kind in the north of the UK, with a capability for both static and dynamic loading of full-scale structures. This laboratory also houses the largest research active shaking table in the north of the UK.

You will also have access to our Institute for Resilient Infrastructure, which contains leading research groups in both structural engineering and materials. The synergy that exists between these groups greatly enhances the delivery and understanding of the two areas. This synergy is paramount in the better understanding of structural behaviour.

CAREERSOn completion of the course, you will have greatly enhanced your ability to obtain status as a chartered structural engineer. You may expect to find employment in the major structural engineering consulting practices. Opportunities also exist with multidisciplinary consulting organisations. If you are taking the course on a part-time basis, you will return to your existing jobs with enhanced potential for progression.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSRecent graduates: A minimum of a UK upper second class honours degree (2.1), or equivalent, in civil engineering or a related subject. Applicants are required to provide a statement detailing their experience in structural engineering, including structural analysis, the design of reinforced concrete and steelwork structures and foundations.

Graduates with at least three years relevant work experience: A minimum of a UK second class honours degree (2.2), or equivalent, in civil engineering or a related subject, or associate membership of an appropriate professional engineering institution. Applicants are required to provide a statement detailing their experience in structural engineering, structural analysis, the design of reinforced concrete and steelwork structures and foundations.


Research project/dissertation You will undertake a project. Recent projects include: The differences in serviceability behaviour between plain and deformed bars The effects of fibres on the ductility of rc beam-column jointswww.engineering.leeds.ac.uk/civil/postgraduate/projects

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Advanced ConcreteDesign*

Covers alternative methods of design for reinforced concrete slabs and design guidance used in current codes of practice for the design of slender column, deflection and to restraint movement.

15

Advanced Steel and Composite Design

Introduces the concept of advanced steel design and composite construction and their applications in engineering. Provides a basic means for the design and analysis of steel and composite structures and familiarises students with a range of typical processing techniques.

15

Advanced Structural Analysis Covers the latest developments, particularly the applications of computational methods in structural analysis. The review of fundamental principles of structural analysis will bring students with various knowledge backgrounds to a common level.

15

Design andManagement ofStructures in Earthquake Zones*

Covers the fundamentals of structural dynamics and earthquake engineering, including finite elements in applied dynamics, application of engineering dynamics in practical engineering situations, evaluation criteria for earthquake-damaged structures and current retrofitting methods. Delivery is linked to the 3m x 3m six degrees-of-freedom shaking table.

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Design Optimisation* Provides an understanding of the scientific principles of design optimisation and the ability to arrive at an improved design for an engineering system that satisfies given requirements.

15

Foundation Engineering Provides an understanding of the behaviour of soil to cover the range of foundations available for structures, including shallow and deep piles. Also covers the analysis and construction of foundations, with emphasis on finite element analysis. Soil improvement will also be covered.

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Structural Engineering Design Project

This module requires the student to develop concept and detailed structural engineering design solutions to meet the requirements of a site-specific clients brief. The results of the design activity are presented in the form of a written report and drawings with supporting calculations and, where applicable, computational output.

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In semester one, the modules are taught over an 11-week period and are timetabled to allow attendance at the University on a one or two days a week basis. Semester two modules marked * are taught over a continuous four-day period. In all cases, the teaching is reinforced by periods of directed study. In many of the modules the teaching is enhanced by specialist lectures delivered by practising engineers.

THIS DEGREE IS ACCREDITED BY THE





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MSc Water, Sanitation and Health Engineering

This course is for consultants, professionals working in international development and public health workers. It will provide you with an in-depth understanding of how to deliver effective modern water supply, sanitation and other public health interventions in urban and rural areas in low-income and transitional economies. It has a strong focus on the development of practical and policy skills and addresses the critical future challenges of climate change, population growth and urbanisation. Particular emphasis is placed on developing your understanding of technical interventions in water supply, sanitation and solid waste management.

Research undertaken by our Pathogen Control Engineering Institute, which is renowned worldwide for its pioneering work in developing countries, feeds directly into this course. The institute undertakes research in all aspects of the built environment in which the presence of pathogens influences design, including water treatment, solid waste and airborne transmission of disease. Staff teaching on this course have close working links with a number of key institutions in the field of international development, including UNICEF, the World Bank, the World Health Organization, the Water Supply

and Sanitation Collaborative Council, WaterAid, World Vision, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and the African Development Bank. This course is run in conjunction with the Nuffield Centre for International Health and Development, one of the UKs preeminent public health research centres.

CAREERSOn graduation, you will be ideally placed to take up a senior position in public health ministries, utility companies, local government and private consultancy in countries of the global south or work with international development agencies and international non-governmental organisations (NGOs).

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSA minimum of a UK second class honours degree (2.2), or equivalent, in an engineering or public health or international development-related subject. Consideration will be given to applicants with equivalent academic or professional qualifications in an engineering or natural science subject and students without formal qualifications but a proven track record in work.


Research project/dissertation You will also undertake a research/design based project during the summer months. 60

Key Issues inInternational Public Health

Provides an understanding of the key issues in international health. You will develop an understanding of the key players in international health and historical and current priorities. You will also explore key and emerging public health issues and examine how these shape international and domestic health policy and practice.

15

Policy for Health andDevelopment

Covers the current debates around health, equity and development. It also introduces critical perspectives and questions some of the ideologies and assumptions lying behind health policies and development approaches. Through an analysis of key health policy issues, the module explores the complex, messy and political world of health policymaking and planning.

15

Engineering forPublic Health

An introduction to the principles and practice of public health engineering, providing a bridge between the arena of public health policy and the practical application of engineering to improve public health. In addition, the module explores historical and current trends in water supply, sanitation, wastewater and solid waste management and introduces key technologies and approaches.

30

Water ResourceManagement andSupply

Presents the principals of Integrated Water Resources Management and introduces the tools necessary to undertake and regulate water resources management. It covers the design of water systems and water treatment, including point source development, network design and distribution, operational and management issues.

15

Natural WastewaterTreatment and Reuse

Provides a strong base in low-cost technologies for delivering engineering solutions to sanitation, wastewater treatment and wastewater reuse in low-income countries, small communities and peri-urban areas.

15

Solid WasteManagement

Provides an understanding of the characteristics of waste and its generation rates, waste collection including recycling, and the science and engineering aspects of landfill, biological treatment and thermal treatment options. On completion of this module, you will also be able to produce outline designs for treatment plants and understand the operation and design of emission control systems for the various solid waste treatment options.

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Engineering inEmergencies

Engineering responses to complex emergencies. The courses particular focus is on appropriate engineering interventions to provided minimum shelter, sanitary services and water but it also covers the interaction between engineering, medical services, security and food provision.

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Why study in the School of Computing?

REPUTATIONGlobally renowned for our teaching, research and engagement with government, we are one of the leading computing schools in the UK according the latest Research Assessment Exercise (RAE).



We are ranked 10th in the UK for research according to the latest UK Government Research Assessment Exercise (RAE).

ACADEMICALLY EXCELLENTWe offer a broad range of masters courses across the breadth of computing. Our industrial advisory board help

ensure that industrial partners provide input into the ongoing development and review of our courses to confirm that our courses are in line with employer needs to enable you to thrive in industry upon graduation.

REWARDING CAREERSWe have long established links with industry and other international organisations, both in the UK and overseas, for example: IBM, Deloitte, CSC, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Lloyds Banking Group, Microsoft, BT and Fujitsu. This is one of the many reasons why our graduates are highly sought after by employers.

To help you secure a graduate position the Faculty has a dedicated Employability team will give you access to specific engineering careers resources and industry guides. In addition, you can receive specialist one-to-one support from qualified careers advisors, with further opportunities to attend industry presentations and our annual engineering and computing careers fair, which attracts over 50 graduate employers.


SPECIALIST FACILITIESYou will be able to make use of our specialist facilities, including:

State-of-the-art visualization laboratories including a powerwall (53-megapixel display wall with 7x4 monitors)

Benchtop display (3x4 monitors) with tracking system

WorldViz PPT optical tracking system

Intersense InertiaCube orientation tracker

Virtual Research V8 stereo head-mounted display, integrated with WorldViz PPT and Intersense InertiaCube tracking systems

Ascension Flock of Birds tracking systems

3 DOF and 6 DOF Phantom force feedback devices, integrated with ReachIn display system

Twin Immersion Corp Cybergloves

SR Research EyeLink II Tracker (binocular, video-based, 500MHz)

Rendering cluster

Laboratories containing both Linux and Microsoft platforms

Cloud Computing testbed.

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ADVANCED COMPUTER SCIENCE 30

ADVANCED COMPUTER SCIENCE (CLOUD COMPUTING) 32

ADVANCED COMPUTER SCIENCE (DATA ANALYTICS) 34

ADVANCED COMPUTER SCIENCE (INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS)

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MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTER SCIENCE 38

MOBILE COMPUTING AND COMMUNICATIONS NETWORKS

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SEE ALSO: DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS NETWORKS 46

To find out more visit our website: www.engineering.leeds.ac.uk/computing

You can also keep up to date with whats happening in the School by following us on Facebook or Weibo.

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REWARDING EXCELLENCEDEAN OF ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP Worth 1,000 to all UK/EU-rated, fee paying students who achieve a UK first class degree or equivalent.

HEAD OF SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP Worth 3,000 to all international-rated, fee paying students who achieve a UK first or upper second class degree or equivalent.

ALUMNI BURSARYWorth 10% of fees for any former student of the University of Leeds who study a postgraduate qualification in the School of Computing.

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Bio-inspired Computing Introduces the use of natural systems as the inspiration for artificially intelligent systems. This module covers the history, philosophy and application of bio-inspired computing, including swarm intelligence, neural networks and evolutionary design.

15

Advanced Distributed Systems Fundamental concepts of cloud and grid computing, including architecture, models, and standards, as well as the differences between traditional deployment and cloud computing in areas such as reliability, security, and data management.

15

Mobile Application Development

This module explores the design of mobile interfaces, the use of touch and gestures and the various user interface patterns employed in the mobile space. It examines how apps can be made location-aware, includes app development case studies involving the Android and Apple iOS platforms, and considers issues such as app portability, testing and security.

15

Knowledge Representation and Machine Learning

The principal representations and algorithms used in machine learning and the techniques used to evaluate their performance. You will implement a challenging learning system using a publicly available pack of standard algorithms.

15

Data Mining and Text Analytics Techniques, resources and tools for knowledge discovery from data, including unstructured text data. You will explore a range of practical applications of data mining and text analysis, involving classification and identification of `interesting and/or `useful knowledge in documents.

15

Cloud Computing State-of-the-art approaches and solution strategies for designing, building, and maintaining cloud applications. This module covers areas such as programming models, virtualisation, and quality of service.

15

SemanticTechnologies and Applications

Applications include linked data, semantic data browsers and smart social spaces (eg semantic wikis, semantic blogs, social networking). There will be a practical component with hands-on experience of applying semantic web technologies in a specific domain (eg decision-making, learning, health, e-business, digital libraries).

15

Image Analysis Image analysis techniques are used in many applications, such as motion-controlled computer games, medical diagnosis and surgical guidance, autonomous systems, surveillance and security, and image content retrieval systems. In this module, you will learn about the current approaches to image processing and computer vision and study how these are applied in a number of different applications.

15

Scientific Visualisation Fundamental concepts and tools by which massive datasets are rendered into images to provide novel insight. A selection of more advanced topics will be covered, eg computational topology, parallel systems and illustrative rendering.

15

Scheduling State-of-the-art approaches and solution strategies in designing practical scheduling optimisation algorithms. The module looks at a number of real-life problems and case studies from different domains such as transport, computer networks and healthcare.

15

Scientific Computation Computational methods and the importance of reliability, efficiency and accuracy. Principles of parallel programming on distributed memory architectures and the application to scientific computing problems .

15

Graph Theory: Structure and Algorithms

Introduced to some of the main techniques used to study the structure of graphs, and show how this leads to design of efficient algorithms. At the end of the this module you will be able to; prove classical results covered by the module; understand the role of decompositions in graph-theoretic proofs and in algorithms on graphs; be familiar with the decomposition by clique cut-sets and tree-decompositions and recognize how the methods learned can be extended and used to solve other problems.

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MSc Advanced Computer Science

This course provides a thorough introduction to advanced topics in computer science, including emerging approaches to human interaction with computational systems, novel architectures such as clouds, and the rigorous engineering needed to develop cutting-edge applications such as large-scale data mining and social networks.

Rooted in the established research strengths of the School, this course will offer you the opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of an area of specialisation during the main project, where you will work as an integral member of one of our research groups. You will apply your knowledge and skills to tackle a significant problem, which will prepare you for a graduate career in the IT industry or for further study. Building on your existing knowledge of computer science, you will develop the theoretical and practical skills required to design and implement larger, more complex systems using state-of-the-art technologies.

CAREERSComputing is an essential component of nearly every daily activity, from the collection, transformation, analysis and dissemination of information in business to smart systems embedded in commodity devices and the low-level services that underpin the digital world. The latter spans the image

processing used in medical diagnosis through to the middleware that underpins distributed technologies like cloud computing and the semantic web.

Graduates of this course will have the practical skills to gain entry to many areas of applied computing, working as application developers, system designers and evaluators. In addition, links between the taught modules and our research give our students added strengths in artificial intelligence, intelligent systems, distributed systems and the analysis of complex data.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSA UK upper second class honours degree (2.1), or equivalent, in computing or a related discipline with a significant computing component. You are expected to have programming competence, some prior systems development experience and knowledge of data structures and algorithms. Relevant work experience will also be taken into consideration.



Research project You will undertake a research project during the summer months. Recent examples include: iPad interaction for wall-sized displays Modelling the effects of feature-based attention in the visual cortex Energy-efficient cloud computing www.engineering.leeds.ac.uk/computing/postgraduate/research-projects

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Systems Programming Programs are the foundation of computer science, and this module will refine your knowledge of programming concepts and their relationship with computer architecture to ensure that you have the necessary skills for the practical work in the remainder of the course.

15

Algorithms Complementing Systems Programming, this module will add necessary depth to your understanding of algorithms and the mathematical tools for rigorous analysis.

15

This module listing is indicative only. Actual content may vary as we regularly review our courses in the light of new developments and experience in the field.
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Bio-inspired Computing Introduces the use of natural systems as the inspiration for artificially intelligent systems. This module covers the history, philosophy and application of bio-inspired computing, including swarm intelligence, neural networks and evolutionary design.

15

Mobile Application Development

This module explores the design of mobile interfaces, the use of touch and gestures and the various user interface patterns employed in the mobile space. It examines how apps can be made location-aware, includes app development case studies involving the Android and Apple iOS platforms, and considers issues such as app portability, testing and security.

15

Knowledge Representation Machine Learning

The principal representations and algorithms used in machine learning and the techniques used to evaluate their performance. You will implement a challenging learning system using a publicly available pack of standard algorithms.

15

Scientific Computation Computational methods and the importance of reliability, efficiency and accuracy. Principles of parallel programming on distributed memory architectures and the application to scientific computing problems.

15

Data Mining and Text Analytics Techniques, resources and tools for knowledge discovery from data, including unstructured text data. You will explore a range of practical applications of data mining and text analysis, involving classification and identification of interesting and/or useful knowledge in documents.

15

Semantic Technologies and Applications

Applications include linked data, semantic data browsers and smart social spaces (eg semantic wikis, semantic blogs, social networking). There will be a practical component with hands-on experience of applying semantic web technologies in a specific domain (eg decision-making, learning, health, e-business, digital libraries).

15

Graph Theory: Structure and Algorithms

Introduced to some of the main techniques used to study the structure of graphs, and show how this leads to design of efficient algorithms. At the end of the this module you will be able to; prove classical results covered by the module; understand the role of decompositions in graph-theoretic proofs and in algorithms on graphs; be familiar with the decomposition by clique cut-sets and tree-decompositions and recognize how the methods learned can be extended and used to solve other problems.

15

Image Analysis Image analysis techniques are used in many applications, such as motion-controlled computer games, medical diagnosis and surgical guidance, autonomous systems, surveillance and security, and image content retrieval systems. In this module, you will learn about the current approaches to image processing and computer vision and study how these are applied in a number of different applications.

15

Scientific Visualisation Fundamental concepts and tools by which massive datasets are rendered into images to provide novel insight. A selection of more advanced topics will be covered, eg computational topology, parallel systems and illustrative rendering.

15

Scheduling State-of-the-art approaches and solution strategies in designing practical scheduling optimisation algorithms. The module looks at a number of real-life problems and case studies from different domains such as transport, computer networks and healthcare.

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MSc Advanced Computer Science (Cloud Computing)

This course offers a broad perspective on cloud systems, covering service-oriented design models, service-oriented architecture (SOA), service-level agreement (SLA), algorithms and mechanisms for dynamic service integration, security and dependability, virtualisation, scalability, and energy efficiency.

Rooted in the established research strengths of the school, this course offers you the opportunity to work as an integral member of our research groups during your main project, using our own test cloud system to develop and test novel models and applications. On graduation, you will have the necessary skills to design and implement cloud systems, preparing you for graduate careers in the IT industry or for further study. Businesses and services are increasingly adopting cloud systems and require IT graduates who can understand and deploy the new technologies to meet their business requirements.

CAREERSThe rapid growth in cloud and service-based computing means that demand for graduates is strong. Roles include working with major cloud centres to develop and manage new systems and services, working with clients to build customised applications that capitalise on cloud solutions to business challenges, and working in smaller but highly innovative start-ups to develop new products and markets for services.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSA UK upper second class honours degree (2.1), or equivalent, in computing or a related discipline with a significant computing component. You will be expected to have programming competence, some prior systems development experience and knowledge of data structures and algorithms. Relevant work experience will be taken into consideration.



Research project You will undertake a research project during the summer months. Recent project include: Google cloud data analysis Hadoop for large image management Evaluating web service agreement in a cloud environment www.engineering.leeds.ac.uk/computing/postgraduate/research-projects

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Systems Programming Programs are the foundation of computer science, and this module will refine your knowledge of programming concepts and their relationship with computer architecture to ensure that you have the necessary skills for the practical work in the remainder of the course.

15

Algorithms Complementing Systems Programming, this module will add necessary depth to your understanding of algorithms and the mathematical tools for rigorous analysis.

15

Advanced Distributed Systems Fundamental concepts of cloud and grid computing, including architecture, models, and standards, as well as the differences between traditional deployment and cloud computing in areas such as reliability, security, and data management.

15

Cloud Computing State-of-the-art approaches and solution strategies for designing, building, and maintaining cloud applications. This module covers areas such as programming models, virtualisation, and quality of service.

15

This module listing is indicative only. Actual content may vary as we regularly review our courses in the light of new developments and experience in the field.
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MSc Advanced Computer Science(Data Analytics)

This course will equip you with the advanced algorithm and programming skills needed to work in data analytics, and the freedom to specialise in particular kinds of data, including text analysis and data mining (online data, health informatics, and business), images (medical applications), and scientific computing and visualisation (engineering and science). It also provides you with exposure to other cutting-edge technologies (cloud and mobile applications).

Leeds is uniquely placed to deliver this breadth of experience, with world-leading research across many of the major applications areas where data analysis is crucial to success. In fact, our department is one of the few in the UK with expertise spanning text, symbolic and scientific/numerical data analysis.The strong interdisciplinary element to our research means that we are exceptionally well placed to provide our students with problems and data from a wide variety of other disciplines. Science, business, engineering, medicine and government all rely on extracting insight, answers or commercial value from increasingly large and complex data, whether from databases, online sources, medical imaging or computer simulation.

CAREERSDepending on the focus taken in the course, destinations include companies, trading houses and banks (eg data mining, trend

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