Computing (Computer Systems Engineering) BEng / MEng

Overview Updated 14/12/2018
Our specialist Computer Systems Engineering degree will give you the technical understanding of computer systems and the skills you need to become an embedded designer. During your study you will develop your independent thinking and flexibility within computer systems design, development and operation, as well as an appreciation of the importance computer systems have in the wider industry.

Additional
Information
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 Systems Engineering) BEng.
Course Details
Computer Systems play an important role in today’s society. They are key for making devices interact and enabling people to communicate quickly and securely. The industry impacts people’s daily lives and businesses, and continues to grow and evolve. You will investigate the wide reaching influences that computers and computing technology have on the world, whilst also making your own contributions to help you find your place within the industry.

Contacts
Course enquiries
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Current student enquiries
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Applying for 2019
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Entry Requirements
Standard entry requirements apply. A typical offer would 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.

Course Content
During your first year you will share common modules with all computing students, giving you the flexibility in your second and third year. These modules will cover the fundamental computing principles including computer systems, software engineering, problem solving, programming and internet technology.
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Computer Communications (20 Credits)
Module code: CSY1017Core Module Y
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Computer Systems (20 Credits)
Module code: CSY1014Core Module Y
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Databases 1 (20 Credits)
Module code: CSY1026Core Module Y
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Web Development (20 Credits)
Module code: CSY1018Core Module Y
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Problem Solving and Programming (20 Credits)
Module code: CSY1020Core Module Y
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Software Engineering 1 (20 Credits)
Module code: CSY1019Core Module Y
Course Stats
Facilities &
Special 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

Fees & Funding
19/20 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
Full Time: £9,250
Part Time: £1,400 credit module
Fourth year will be charged at MSc rate, subject to inflationary increase.
18/19 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 18/19 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
Full Time: £9,250
Part Time: £1,350 credit module
Fourth year will be charged at MSc rate, subject to inflationary increase.
19/20 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
International: £12,500
Fourth year will be charged at MSc rate, subject to inflationary increase.
18/19 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 18/19 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
International: £12,000
Fourth year will be charged at MSc rate, subject to inflationary increase.
Scholarships
EU and International Scholarships
A merit based scholarship of up to 30% or a £3,000 reduction in the cost of tuition fees for eligible students.
Sir Thomas White Scholarship
The Sir Thomas White scholarship will support and acknowledge an academically gifted student, with the proviso that the selection panel is confident that there is…
TD Lewis Scholarship
The T D Lewis Scholarship provides both undergraduate and postgraduate students with financial awards of up to £1,000. This scholarship is awarded on educational excellence…
The Chancellor's Fund
The Chancellor’s Fund is a bi-annual fund providing students with awards of between £100 and £1,000. You must be a current student to apply. The…
The Reid Science and Engineering Bursary
The Reid Science and Engineering Bursary supports a small number of undergraduate students who are studying a full-time three year BSc or BEng in Environmental…
Wilson Endowment Scholarship
The Wilson Endowment Scholarship provides a £1,500 scholarship to undergraduate students from the Northamptonshire area. The endowed scholarship was donated in memory of Mr Lynn Wilson,…

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Updated 14/12/2018
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