Program Overview

Computer Systems Engineering and Robotics (including foundation year) - BEng (Hons)

The Computer Systems Engineering and Robotics (including foundation year) BEng (Hons) is a four-year degree that includes a built-in foundation year. This foundation year will introduce students to the key principles of computer systems and engineering, preparing them for the next three years of their course.

Course Details

• Course type: Undergraduate
• Student:
• Typical duration: Four years
• Location: Holloway
• UCAS code: HG67
• Entry requirements:
  • At least one A level (or a minimum of 32 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification, eg BTEC Subsidiary/National/BTEC Extended Diploma)
  • English Language and Mathematics GCSEs at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent eg Functional Skills at Level 2)
• Cost: Please select your entry point to display the fee

Why Study This Course?

Our Computer Systems Engineering and Robotics (including foundation year) BEng is a four-year degree that includes a built-in foundation year (Year 0). The foundation year will introduce you to the key principles of computer systems and engineering, preparing you for the next three years of your course. You'll graduate with all the applied knowledge you'll need to work in the computing and engineering industries.

Course Modules

The modules listed below are for the academic year 2025/26 and represent the course modules at this time. Modules and module details (including, but not limited to, location and time) are subject to change over time.

Year 0 Modules

• Cyber Security Fundamentals
• Introduction to Robotics and Internet of Things
• Mathematics
• Programming

Year 1 Modules

• Computer Hardware and Software Architectures
• Electronics Systems
• Logic and Mathematical Techniques
• Programming

Year 2 Modules

• Advanced Electronics Systems
• Databases
• Microprocessors & Embedded Systems
• Network Operating Systems
• Work Related Learning
• Data Structures and Specialist Programming
• Network Engineering

Year 3 Modules

• Applied Robotics
• Computer Vision
• Digital Systems Applications
• IoT Systems and Security
• Project
• Broadband Systems 1
• Broadband Systems 2
• Distributed, Cloud and IoT Systems
• Ethical Hacking
• Mobile Applications
• Network Security (CISCO)
• Wireless Networks (Cisco)

Assessment

You'll be assessed through coursework, reports, case studies, and assignments. There will also be laboratory-based examinations, a final engineering project, and a dissertation.

Where This Course Can Take You

Upon graduating from this degree, you'll be fully prepared to start your career in computer systems engineering. You'll also have many technical skills that can be used for other areas of employment such as aerospace, manufacturing, communications, electronics, and robotics.

Important Information About This Course

If you study your undergraduate degree with us, as a graduate of London Met, you'll be entitled to a 20% discount on a postgraduate course if you continue your studies with us.

• Exclusions apply

What Is a Degree with a Foundation Year?

This is a four-year degree course with a built-in foundation year (Year 0). It's the perfect route into university if you don't meet the necessary entry requirements for the standard undergraduate degree. You'll graduate with a full undergraduate degree with the same title and award as those who studied the three-year course.

Additional Costs

Please note, in addition to the tuition fee, there may be additional costs for things like equipment, materials, printing, textbooks, trips, or professional body fees. Additionally, there may be other activities that are not formally part of your course and not required to complete your course, but which you may find helpful (for example, optional field trips). The costs of these are additional to your tuition fee and the fees set out above and will be notified when the activity is being arranged.

How to Apply

If you're a UK applicant wanting to study full-time starting in September, you must apply via UCAS unless otherwise specified. If you're an international applicant wanting to study full-time, you can choose to apply via UCAS or directly to the University. If you're applying for part-time study, you should apply directly to the University. If you require a Student visa, please be aware that you will not be able to study as a part-time student at undergraduate level.