Computing (Computer Networks Engineering) BEng (Hons) / MEng

Course Content

• Course Details

  When you graduate from our degree, you will have developed your independent thinking and flexibility within computer networking, mobile applications programming and the communications sectors of computing. You will have opportunities to reinforce your theoretical knowledge through practical work in our computer facilities.

  The integrated postgraduate element of this course expands your technical expertise while developing your awareness of the business context in which computing sits. There is an industry focus, giving you the opportunity to work towards professional qualifications, allowing you to become a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Cisco Certifies Network Professional (CCNP). You will study three modules and complete a dissertation.

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• FAQs

  How will I be taught on Computing (Computer Networks Engineering) BEng (Hons) / MEng?

  You will be taught through a variety of activities and problem solving challenges, so that you can apply your theoretical knowledge. Being able to analyse problems, implement statistical methods, research solutions and apply them in new ways are all skills that are highly valued in the computing industry. When you finish this course you will be an independent thinker, capable of tackling challenges and diverse tasks.

  How will I be assessed?

  For the initial BEng (Hons) qualification, a wide range of assessment tools are used including essays, reports, and end of year examinations. For the subsequent MEng portion of the qualification assessment takes the form of:

  • coursework
  • oral presentations
  • group work
  • practical reports
  • critical reviews
  • a substantial independent research dissertation

  Are there any specialist facilities and features?

   

  • Acquisition of highly relevant vocational skills – CISCO, Microprocessors, O-O Programming, Prince2.
  • Exciting career opportunities: GE, HMGCC.
  • Up-to-date workstation hardware and software in dedicated laboratories.
  • Exclusive 24/7 access to a specialist laboratory.
  • An emphasis on practical learning to reinforce academic underpinnings in specialist laboratories – Robots.
  • A supportive approach to tuition with small classroom and laboratory sizes.
  • Student Support Initiative – Year 2 students mentor Year 1 students.
  • Computing Society – the largest Student Union’s Society.

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• Entry Requirements

  Standard entry requirements apply. A typical offer could be BCC at A-Level or DMM at BTEC. Applicants will be expected to have achieved GCSE Mathematics (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above. We welcome international applicants and applications from students with a range of non-traditional educational or professional qualifications.

  For information on how to apply to study with us, please see our How to Apply page.

  English Language Requirements

  All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements:

  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands
    for study at undergraduate level.

  For information regarding English language requirements at the University, please see our IELTS page.

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• Integrated Foundation Year (IFY)

  The Integrated Foundation Year (IFY) offers a new and exciting route into studying for a degree, attracting ambitious and driven students who are willing to learn and advance.

  If you have non-standard qualifications or do not quite meet the admissions requirements we can offer you a fantastic opportunity to study a four year programme which includes an Integrated Foundation Year. The Integrated Foundation Year will help you develop the theoretical/practical and academic skills you need, in order to successfully progress to the full award.

  Featuring a reduced tuition fee in the first year, our four-year courses will enable you to successfully follow the degree pathway of your choice while gaining essential study skills. The foundation year of your chosen degree will be studied on a full-time basis and is aimed at supporting the transition to higher education. Years two, three and four are then studied as a standard degree programme.

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• Fees and Funding

  21/22 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 21/22 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  • UK – Full Time: £9,250
  • UK – Part Time: £1,465 per 20 credit module
  • UK – Integrated Foundation Year: £6,780
  • International – Full Time: £13,000
  • International – Integrated Foundation Year: £13,000

  Fourth year will be charged at MSc rate, subject to inflationary increase.

  20/21 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 20/21 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  • UK and EU – Full Time: £9,250
  • UK and EU – Part Time: £1,450 per 20 credit module
  • UK and EU – Integrated Foundation Year: £6,750
  • International – Full Time: £12,900
  • International – Integrated Foundation Year: £12,900

  Fourth year will be charged at MSc rate, subject to inflationary increase.

   

  For information on the scholarships available to you, please see our scholarships page.

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• Integrated postgraduate year

  This course includes an integrated postgraduate year, so that you can expand your understanding of a range of complex topics. We also offer this course without the postgraduate year. For more information see our Computing (Computer Networks Engineering) BEng page.

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Careers and Employability

This course will give you all of the skills and knowledge you need to get work in a range of roles including: computer systems hardware development, computer networking, software development, internet technology.