| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Computer Engineering (Extended), BEng Hons
Prepare for a range of engineering careers with our extended computer engineering degree. Entry points are lower than for our standard BEng and an extra year will boost your study skills.
Our extended degree in computer engineering will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed for a career as a professional engineer. The entry requirements are lower on this course as it includes a foundation year to prepare you for degree-level study.
As well as learning about programming theory, you'll gain practical experience in developing applications for computing platforms and hardware. You will have the opportunity to create applications for robots, embedded and real-time systems, and other innovative information and communications technology.
Course Details
UCAS points
64 (view full requirements)
Course/institution codes
H6GP M BEng/CSSE4
School
Engineering
Location
Medway Campus
Duration
- 4 years full-time
- 8 years part-time
- 5 years sandwich
Start month
September
Home/international fees 2025/26
£9,535 /£17,500
What you should know about this course
- You'll experience our research-led delivery from computer security to the Internet of Things.
- Gain project-based, learning skills from the first year of study on this course.
- Be at the cutting edge of technology while setting future standards.
Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology Accredited by the Engineering Council
What you will study
Year 0
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Engineering Project Design and Implementation (60 credits)
- Professional and Personal Development (30 credits)
- Introduction to Engineering Mathematics (30 credits)
Year 1
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Fundamentals of Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering (30 credits)
- Design and Materials (30 credits)
- Engineering Principles (15 credits)
- Engineering Professional Skills 1 (15 credits)
- Engineering Mathematics 1 (30 credits)
Year 2
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Computer Architectures and Operating Systems (15 credits)
- Digital and Embedded Electronic Systems (15 credits)
- Mobile Applications for Engineering (15 credits)
- Programming for Engineers (15 credits)
- Sensors and Networks (15 credits)
- Software Engineering (15 credits)
- Engineering Professional Skills 2 (15 credits)
- Advanced Mathematics for Engineers (15 credits)
Year 3
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Individual Project (30 credits)
- Advanced Computer Engineering (30 credits)
- Hardware Systems and Control (15 credits)
- Network Routing Management (15 credits)
- Web Systems Engineering (15 credits)
- Engineering Professional Practice (15 credits)
Entry Requirements
UK citizens and permanent residents
- 64 UCAS Tariff points which include one of the following:
- A Level: Mathematics (or AS/Core Mathematics at Grade B).
- BTEC National: Extended Diploma in an Engineering subject with at least one Mathematics unit.
- A Level and BTEC National: Diploma/Extended Certificate in an Engineering subject and A Level Mathematics (or AS/Core Mathematics at Grade B) if Mathematics units for the BTEC National are not included.
- A Level and BTEC National: Diploma/Extended Certificate in Applied Science and A Level Mathematics (or AS/Core Mathematics at Grade B).
- International Baccalaureate: 24 points overall including Higher Level Mathematics.
- Access to Higher Education Diploma: Engineering/Engineering Science.
- T Level: Design & Development for Engineering & Manufacturing or Engineering, Manufacturing, Process & Control at grade Pass (D or E on Core).
We make Contextual offers to this programme. Applicants that meet specific eligibility criteria will be made a contextual offer with a reduced tariff of up to 16 UCAS Tariff points. Other entry requirements such as GCSEs, Interview, etc., will still need to be met.
International entry requirements
The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses.
For detailed information on the academic and English language requirements, please find your country in our directory.
Alternatively, please contact us at .
Fees and Funding
Tuition fees
Cohort | Full time | Part time | Distance learning
---|---|---|---
Home* | £9,535 | £2,384 per 30 credits | N/A
International | £17,500 | £4,375 per 30 credits | N/A
University is a great investment in your future. English-domiciled graduate annual salaries were £10,500 more than non-graduates in 2023 - and the UK Government projects that 88% of new jobs by 2035 will be at graduate level.
(Source: DfE Graduate labour market statistics: 2023/DfE Labour market and skills projections: 2020 to 2035).
Fees information
- The Department for Education has indicated that it intends to raise the Home tuition fee limit from £9,250 to £9,535 for 2025/26.
Home tuition fee limits: Find out more
Other costs
- Safety equipment: Engineering students are also provided safety boots and protective headwear in addition to lab coats and non-prescription safety glasses. Students would be expected to pay for their own prescription safety glasses (approx. £90+) if they choose to purchase them.
- Field trips: The cost of field trips is activity dependant. Some are free, while others may require a contribution. You are not obliged to pay for field trips in order to complete your course.
- Professional memberships: The standard professional memberships attached to accredited courses are covered by your tuition fees. You are welcome to take up additional professional memberships at your own cost.
- Resources: Course texts and other study resources are available from the Drill Hall Library. You may wish to purchase your own copies. You also receive an allowance for printing costs, which you can top up if required.
Careers and Placements
Will I have a work placement?
Students go to a range of companies and organisations of varying sizes for their placements, including large multi-national firms, government agencies, the NHS and small to medium sized companies engaged in research, analytical services and manufacturing.
- Previous students have worked in: Eon, Dyson, ADEY, PS Analytical and E-liquids, GSK, NHS hospitals.
- IAESTE (British Council) placements to Brazil, Dubai and Poland.
- We have a dedicated team to search for and inform students about relevant opportunities and help students prepare for interviews.
How long is my placement?
Students can undertake a summer placement for between 6 weeks to a maximum of 3 months, which is acknowledged by the award of a Certificate of Industrial Experience. Students are also encouraged to apply for sandwich placements lasting between 9-12 months which sit between the second and third year of the degree.
What are the financial arrangements?
The Faculty expectation is that students are as far as possible treated like other employees of the company or organisation. It is expected that students on sandwich placements will be paid throughout their time with the company. In some cases, students on summer placements have had expenses only covered by the company. Students on sandwich placements are required to pay a reduced fee to the University for their placement year.
What sort of careers do graduates pursue?
You will gain the knowledge and skills required for professional roles within computing, engineering and related specialist fields. For example, you could work as a professional engineer in a variety of organisations or start your own business. You could also pursue postgraduate study.
Are internships available?
Interns can gain valuable employment experience within the faculty – subject to resources. Personal tutors will be able to advise students on where to access course internships.
Do you provide employability services?
We have a team dedicated to enhancing student employment outcomes. This includes an Employer Partnerships Manager, who works with companies to provide placement and employment opportunities.
Our team will also help you understand the jobs market, produce effective CVs, and prepare for a graduate job and placement applications in your final year.
Support and Advice
Academic skills and study support
We are ambitious for all our students and we want you to make the most of you time with us. You can access support to improve your study skills through your tutor, our subject librarians and our online academic skills centre.
We have a Learning Skills Coordinator and a writing Fellow, both of whom support students in improving their writing skills. Additional Maths support is also available through the Drill Hall library. All students are allocated a personal tutor throughout the duration of their studies.
Support from the department
Students within the Faculty of Engineering and Science have a Retention and Success Officer (RSO) whose role it is to provide an additional layer of support for student engagement, and provision for extenuating circumstances, withdrawals and interruptions, Faculty level resit and Personal Development Planning enquiries. The University wide STAART (AccessAbility Retention and Transition) course encourages and supports students with a disability, providing support for disabled students.
Do you provide employability services?
We have a team dedicated to enhancing student employment outcomes. This includes an Employer Partnerships Manager, who works with companies to provide placement and employment opportunities.
Our team will also help you understand the jobs market, produce effective CVs, and prepare for a graduate job and placement applications in your final year.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This extended degree in computer engineering provides students with the knowledge and skills needed for a career as a professional engineer. It is designed for students who may not meet the standard entry requirements for the regular BEng program. The extended degree includes a foundation year to prepare students for degree-level study. The program focuses on:
- Programming theory: Students will learn about the theoretical foundations of programming.
- Practical experience: Students will gain practical experience in developing applications for computing platforms and hardware.
Outline:
Full-time:
- Year 0:
- Engineering Project Design and Implementation (60 credits)
- Professional and Personal Development (30 credits)
- Introduction to Engineering Mathematics (30 credits)
- Year 1:
- Fundamentals of Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering (30 credits)
- Design and Materials (30 credits)
- Engineering Principles (15 credits)
- Engineering Professional Skills 1 (15 credits)
- Engineering Mathematics 1 (30 credits)
- Year 2:
- Computer Architectures and Operating Systems (15 credits)
- Digital and Embedded Electronic Systems (15 credits)
- Programming for Engineers (15 credits)
- Sensors and Networks (15 credits)
- Software Engineering (15 credits)
- Engineering Professional Skills 2 (15 credits)
- Advanced Mathematics for Engineers (15 credits)
- Year 3:
- Individual Project (30 credits)
- Advanced Computer Engineering (30 credits)
- Hardware Systems and Control (15 credits)
- Network Routing Management (15 credits)
- Web Systems Engineering (15 credits)
- Engineering Professional Practice (15 credits)
Part-time:
- Year 0:
- Professional and Personal Development (30 credits)
- Introduction to Engineering Mathematics (30 credits)
- Year 1:
- Engineering Project Design and Implementation (60 credits)
- Year 2:
- Design and Materials (30 credits)
- Engineering Mathematics 1 (30 credits)
- Year 3:
- Fundamentals of Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering (30 credits)
- Engineering Principles (15 credits)
- Engineering Professional Skills 1 (15 credits)
- Year 4:
- Programming for Engineers (15 credits)
- Engineering Professional Skills 2 (15 credits)
- Advanced Mathematics for Engineers (15 credits)
- Year 5:
- Computer Architectures and Operating Systems (15 credits)
- Digital and Embedded Electronic Systems (15 credits)
- Sensors and Networks (15 credits)
- Software Engineering (15 credits)
- Year 6:
- Advanced Computer Engineering (30 credits)
- Network Routing Management (15 credits)
- Web Systems Engineering (15 credits)
- Year 7:
- Individual Project (30 credits)
- Hardware Systems and Control (15 credits)
- Engineering Professional Practice (15 credits)
Sandwich:
- Year 0:
- Engineering Project Design and Implementation (60 credits)
- Professional and Personal Development (30 credits)
- Introduction to Engineering Mathematics (30 credits)
- Year 1:
- Fundamentals of Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering (30 credits)
- Design and Materials (30 credits)
- Engineering Principles (15 credits)
- Engineering Professional Skills 1 (15 credits)
- Engineering Mathematics 1 (30 credits)
- Year 2:
- Computer Architectures and Operating Systems (15 credits)
- Digital and Embedded Electronic Systems (15 credits)
- Programming for Engineers (15 credits)
- Sensors and Networks (15 credits)
- Software Engineering (15 credits)
- Engineering Professional Skills 2 (15 credits)
- Advanced Mathematics for Engineers (15 credits)
- Year 3:
- Work Placement Module (For students taking Sandwich Year option)
- Year 4:
- Individual Project (30 credits)
- Advanced Computer Engineering (30 credits)
- Hardware Systems and Control (15 credits)
- Network Routing Management (15 credits)
- Web Systems Engineering (15 credits)
- Engineering Professional Practice (15 credits)
Assessment:
The assessment methods vary depending on the module. Students are assessed through a combination of:
- Coursework: This may include assignments, projects, presentations, and lab reports.
- Examinations: These are typically held at the end of each semester or year.
Teaching:
- Research-led delivery: The program incorporates research findings from areas like computer security and the Internet of Things.
- Project-based learning: Students engage in project-based learning from the first year onwards.
- Experienced faculty: The program is taught by a team of experienced academics, professional practitioners with industry experience, lab technicians, and external experts.
- Guest lectures: External experts provide guest lectures on specific modules.
- PhD researcher support: PhD researchers offer lab support to undergraduate students.
Careers:
Graduates of this program are prepared for a range of professional roles within computing, engineering, and related specialist fields. Potential career paths include:
- Professional engineer: Working in various organizations.
- Starting a business: Launching their own ventures.
- Postgraduate study: Pursuing further education in related fields.
Other:
- Accreditation: The program is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology and the Engineering Council.
- Duration: The program is 4 years full-time, 8 years part-time, or 5 years sandwich.
- Start month: September.
- Safety equipment: Engineering students are provided with safety boots, protective headwear, lab coats, and non-prescription safety glasses.
- Field trips: Field trips are available, with some being free and others requiring a contribution.
- Professional memberships: Standard professional memberships are covered by tuition fees.
- Employability services: The university provides employability services to help students with job searching, CV writing, and interview preparation.
- Support and advice: Students have access to academic skills support, personal tutors, and a Retention and Success Officer.
- Accommodation: University accommodation is available from £126.35 per person per week (bills included).
Full time
- Home: £9,250
- International: £17,000
Part time
- Home: £2,312 per 30 credits
- International: £4,250 per 30 credits
