Program Overview

Computer Systems Engineering MEng/BEng (Hons)

Course Overview

This course focuses on the engineering and integration of hardware and software systems. The course encourages you to think creatively and independently and aims to prepare you to meet the challenges of the rapidly changing technological environment.

What You'll Study

Year One

• Engineering Mathematics – 20 credits
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering Principles – 20 credits
• Engineering Design – 20 credits
• Analogue and Digital Devices – 20 credits
• Electronic Systems in Action – 20 credits
• Introduction to Programming – 20 credits

Year Two

• Analogue and Digital Systems – 20 credits
• Object Oriented Programming – 20 credits
• Operating Systems, Security and Networks – 20 credits
• Embedded System Design and Development – 20 credits
• Manufacture of Electronic Systems – 20 credits
• Communication and Networking – 20 credits

Placement Year

• UK Work Placement – 0 credits
• International Study/Work Placement – 0 credits

Final Year

• Security – 20 credits
• Hardware Realisation of a Computer System – 20 credits
• Individual/Group-based Project Preparation – 20 credits
• Individual/Group-based Project Realisation – 20 credits
• System on Chip Design – 20 credits
• Optional modules:
  • Machine Learning and Related Applications – 20 credits
  • VLSI Design – 20 credits

Additional Year (MEng)

• Embedded System Programming – 15 credits
• Embedded Hardware Engineering – 15 credits
• Cloud Computing and Distributed Systems for IoT – 15 credits
• FPGA-based Digital System Design – 15 credits
• Industrial Group Project – 60 credits

How You'll Learn

Learning will be facilitated through a variety of methods which may include lectures, seminars, lab, workshops, online activities and group work.

Assessment

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module.

Entry Requirements

• UK: 112 UCAS points (BEng), 120 UCAS points (MEng)
• International: 27-29 IB Diploma points, depending on the course
• GCSE maths and English at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2

Fees and Funding

• UK: £9,535 per year (BEng), £19,850 per year (MEng)
• International: £19,850 per year (BEng), £19,850 per year (MEng)
• EU Support Bursary available for eligible EU students

Facilities

• Electronics lab
• Cisco lab
• Manufacturing facility

Careers and Opportunities

Opportunities exist throughout the world for highly trained professionals who combine computing and engineering skills. Previous graduates have gone into roles in a diverse range of industries, including JLR, GE, and National Grid.