Module manager: Owen Johnson
Email: o.a.johnson@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2026/27
This module is not approved as a discovery module
Innovations in computer science are transforming industry and society and computer science professionals will play a key role in shaping this future through successful careers. This module develops the professional, innovation, enterprise and work-ready skills needed for success in a fast-changing world. Students will gain a holistic understanding of professional conduct, legal considerations, and ethical practices in the tech industry. They will consolidate their skills as highly creative thinkers and problem-solvers with strong commercial and enterprise awareness.
The module aims to help students prepare for success in their future careers. Students will develop their understanding of professional behaviours and innovation in computing and use this to identify the factors for personal and enterprise success. They will develop commercial awareness and entrepreneurial skills as well as practical skills in the problem solving, engineering practice and evaluation necessary to turn an innovation idea into a vision and concrete proposal.
On successful completion of the module students will be able to:
select and evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to address complex problems. (C4)
evaluate the environmental and societal impact of solutions to complex problems and minimise adverse impacts. (C7)
identify and analyse ethical concerns and make reasoned ethical choices informed by professional codes of conduct. (C8)
use a risk management process to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks (the effects of uncertainty) associated with a particular project or activity. (C9)
adopt an inclusive approach to engineering practice and recognise the responsibilities, benefits and importance of supporting equality, diversity and inclusion. (C11)
function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team. (C16)
communicate effectively on complex engineering matters with technical and non-technical audiences. (C17)
plan and record self-learning and development as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD. (C18)
On successful completion of the module students will be able to:
Develop commercial awareness skills for spotting opportunities and challenges for computer science applications in industry and society.
Use critical thinking about the validity and veracity of online information sources including identifying and using AI generated sources and tools.
Use strategy tools and systems thinking to identify commercial, sustainability and ethical issues and manage uncertainty, ambiguity and risk.
Apply analytical and technical design thinking to take a strategic perspective that integrates problem solving from multiple stakeholder perspectives to develop innovation ideas into a vision and concrete proposal.
Demonstrate self-confidence in applying work-ready skills in time management, planning and organising and develop self-confidence, initiative and perseverance.
Work with others in a professional manner to communicate, negotiate, make decisions and collaborate and then communicate ideas through presentation skills and professional outputs.
Develop mature reflections on personal career objectives and lifelong learning.
Professional Teamworking and Ethics
Entrepreneurship and Commercial Awareness
Creative, Critical and Systems Thinking
Innovation in Computer Science
Topical Issues and Industry Insight
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 22 | 1 | 22 |
| Seminar | 10 | 2 | 20 |
| Private study hours | 158 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 42 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200 | ||
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Last updated: 13/05/2026
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