Program Overview

Program Overview

The MEng Computer & Electronic Systems with International Study is a comprehensive program that combines the principles of computer science and electronic engineering. This degree is one of the few in the UK with triple accreditation from the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), British Computer Society (BCS), and Science Council.

Key Facts

• UCAS Code: I200
• Accreditation: Triple accreditation from the IET, BCS, and Science Council.
• Study Abroad: Possible in Year 4 in Europe, North America, Canada, Singapore, Japan, Australia, or New Zealand.
• Funded Places: Industry-supported scholarships program.

Why This Course?

This course is designed for students who are interested in developing skills in both computer science and electronic engineering. The program focuses on the design, development, and application of computer and electronic systems, including software engineering, digital electronics, and computer communications.

Course Content

The course is structured over five years, with the fourth year spent studying abroad at a recognized overseas academic partner. The curriculum includes:

• Year 1: Fundamental principles and concepts in electronic engineering, mathematics, and computer science.
• Year 2: Building on the first year, with an introduction to programming languages and techniques, computer communications, and hardware and software engineering systems.
• Year 3: Development of specialist knowledge through a selection of classes spanning artificial intelligence, embedded systems, and software systems development.
• Year 4: Study abroad at a partner institution, following an approved curriculum equivalent to the home one.
• Year 5: Development of team-working skills through a multidisciplinary group project, with the opportunity to select from a range of advanced computing and electronic application areas.

Assessment

Assessment methods include assignments, exams, and individual and group-based projects. The use of web-based and multimedia facilities is also integrated into the assessment process.

Learning and Teaching

The program employs interactive lectures, small group problem-solving tutorials, practical laboratories, as well as industrial visits and seminars by professional engineers. The aim is to develop not only technical engineering and computing expertise but also communication, project management, leadership, and entrepreneurial skills.

Entry Requirements

• Highers: AAAAB (Maths A, Physics or Engineering Science) for standard entry, ABBB or BBBBB (Maths and Physics or Engineering Science) for minimum entry.
• Advanced Highers: Maths and Physics recommended.
• A Levels: AAB-BBB (Maths, Physics) for Year 1 entry, A*AA-AAB (Maths A, Physics, Computing) for Year 2 entry.
• International Baccalaureate: 36-32 (Maths HL5, Physics HL5) for Year 1 entry, 38-34 (Maths HL6, Physics HL6, Computer Science HL6) for Year 2 entry.
• HNC/HND: Entry to BEng in the first instance.
• International Students: View the entry requirements for your country.
• English Language Requirements: If English is not your first language, please visit the English language requirements page for full details.

Fees and Funding

• Scotland: £1,820
• England, Wales & Northern Ireland: £9,535
• Republic of Ireland: If you are an Irish citizen and have been ordinary resident in the Republic of Ireland for the three years prior to the relevant date, and will be coming to Scotland for Educational purposes only, you will meet the criteria of England, Wales & Northern Ireland fee status.
• International: £29,350
• Additional Costs: Course materials and costs, placements and field trips, international students may have associated visa and immigration costs.

Careers

Graduates can choose from a wide range of careers, including communications, software engineering, consumer and electronics design, automotive and aerospace industries, information technology, finance and banking, power and energy, project management and engineering consultancy. The degree’s triple accreditation ensures graduates have the technical expertise and skills to compete for jobs on an equal footing with computer scientists and electronic engineers.