Michael Opoku Agyeman
Professor of Computer Engineering
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Electronics and Computer Engineering BEng (Hons)
Key Facts
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UCAS Code
BEng: H600
BEng with Foundation: H601 -
Duration
Full Time: 3 Years
Full Time with Foundation: 4 Years
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BBC at A-Level or,
DMM at BTEC -
Full Time: £9,535
Integrated Foundation Year: £9,535
Updated 31/10/2025
Updated 31/10/2025
Get in touch
UK STUDENTS ENQUIRIES
study@northampton.ac.uk
0300 303 2772
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ENQUIRIES
The University of Northampton’s Electronics and Computer Engineering BEng (Hons) degree equips students with the theoretical knowledge, practical skills and competencies required to enter a range of Electronics and Computer Engineering related careers. The computer engineering degree goes through the exploration of software/hardware design concepts and implementation.
Throughout the computer engineering course, you will be able to explore and implement exciting software and hardware design concepts. You will also analyse and engage with emerging trends and innovations such as Internet of Things (IoT), Embedded Systems, electronic circuits, mobile application development. Further areas of focus for the electronics and computer engineering degree include programmable electronics, sensor development, basic robotics, hardware artificial intelligence and control devices.
Highlights
- The computer engineering degree takes a hands-on approach with emphasis on practical learning
- Progression courses available on this computer engineering course
- Up-to-date workstation hardware and software in laboratories
- Exclusive 24/7 access to a specialist laboratory
- State-of-the-art Research and Enterprise informed teaching
- Student Support Initiative
- HP laptop and software included with this Electronics and Computer Engineering BEng course for eligible students* (*see Eligibility criteria and Terms and Conditions)
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Entry Requirements
A typical offer for the Electronics and Computer Engineering BEng could be:
- BBC at A-Level or,
- DMM at BTEC/Cambridge Technical or,
- Merit at T Level
We look for applicants with A-Level Maths at grade C or above, or Engineering at BTEC or T Level.
Applicants will be expected to have achieved GCSE Mathematics (or equivalent) at grade C or above. We welcome international applicants and applications from students with a range of non-traditional educational or professional qualifications, and also applications from students with a mix of A levels and BTEC/Cambridge Technical qualifications.
For information on how to apply to study with us, please see our How to Apply page.
Admission to this foundation course is normally:
- DEE at A Level or,
- MPP at BTEC or,
- Pass (D or E) at T Level
However, we would also like to hear from you if you have professional or industry experience instead, a range of other qualifications or self-developed subject knowledge that relates to the course you wish to study.
All International and EU students applying for a course with the University of Northampton 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.
What You'll Learn
Our BEng programme gives you the platform to critically analyse and apply knowledge of key principles, theories and concepts relating to Electronics and Computer Engineering. Each of these applications are coherent, detailed and informed by the academic discipline or area of professional practice.
On this electronics and computing engineering course, you will also develop and apply a range of problem-solving skills to real-world electronics and computer engineering scenarios. The development of these skills will aid you in strengthening your professional and academic career prospects.
This degree in computer engineering and electronics is carefully designed to provide you with the skillset of both electronics and computer engineering, exposing you to the multidimensional skillset required in both fields.
These modules cover the fundamental principles, programming, and practical skills needed to excel on this course. Mastering this skillset will enable you to move on to a more specialised range of modules offered during the second and third year of your course.
This purpose of this module is to: introduce students to the skills, principles and concepts necessary to solve problems in computing; to develop essential skills to enable the solution of these problems with the construction of appropriate algorithms and a computer program; introduce principles underlying the design of a high level programming language (HLPL); gain experience and confidence in the use of a HLPL to implement algorithms; implement HLPL programs using an appropriate programming language e.gJava; introduce an object-oriented language initially as a non-object language.
This module provides knowledge of the hardware and software components that make up a computer system and overview the important concepts in preparation for future study of computer science.
The purpose of this module is to examine key factors which complement technical elements of engineering, understanding of which is regarded essential in todays industrial environmentAnalysis of the key areas of quality, standards sustainability, project management and ethics form strong themes throughout the module.
This module aims to provide Engineering students with the fundamental knowledge and analytical techniques to build a firm foundation for the analysis, operation, problem solving and circuit simulation exploring both DC and AC electrical and electronics circuits.
This module aims to provide Engineering students with the fundamental knowledge and analytical techniques needed to enable them to study related engineering modules successfully and to analyse and solve practical problems through the application of mathematics and to develop analytical problem-solving skills in the context of engineering and engineering systems.
The purpose of this module is to develop students’ confidence in the use of electronic design tools in the simulation, design, manufacturing and testing of circuits for real-world applications.
Please note the modules shown here relate to the academic year 25/26. The modules relating to the academic year 26/27 will be available from June 2026.
At the University of Northampton, everything we do, from funded trips to paid internships, is to give you everything you need to make a difference when you leave.
If you join this full time computer engineering degree at Northampton, you will receive a laptop when your course begins*. The laptops are built to a bespoke custom specification ideal for use in the seminar room, collaborative group work or studying at home.
Whatever your ambitions, we’re here to help you to achieve them. We’ll support you to identify the skills you’re learning during your electronics and computer engineering course, find your strengths and secure practical experience so that when it comes to applying for jobs or further study you’ll feel confident in standing out from the crowd. We’ve created the Northampton Employment Promise because we are so confident that if you focus on your studies and complete one of our awards you’ll be highly employable by the time you graduate. Putting you in a great position to secure employment or continue your studies.
To check out the full list of perks, visit our Student Perks page or dedicated International Perks page.
*UK fee payers only (see Terms and Conditions for further details).
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 for BEng Electronics and Computer Engineering, 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.
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.
Fees and Funding
2025/26 Tuition Fees
- UK – Full Time: £9,535
- UK – Integrated Foundation Year: £9,535
- International – Full Time: £15,700
- International – Integrated Foundation Year: £15,700
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 2025/26 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years. UON will adjust UK fees annually in line with Government Policy.
For information on the scholarships available to you, please see our scholarships page.
For more information about possible funding options, please visit our Fees and Funding pages.
There are currently no additional costs anticipated for this Electronics and Computer Engineering course for 2024 entry.
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 24/25 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
- UK – Full Time: £9,250
- UK – Integrated Foundation Year: £9,250
- International – Full Time: £15,200
- International – Integrated Foundation Year: £15,200
Staff
Careers and Employability
Our specialist Electronics and Computer Engineering BEng (Hons) degree strategically targets the stat-of-the-art skillset demand in industry and academia for both Electronics Engineering and Computer Engineering.
This computer engineering programme provides you with the opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge required to work in a range of roles including full system design cycle, implementation, maintenance, and management of embedded systems. Other roles your skillset will lend itself to include IoT systems, edge devices, electronics and control circuits, computer systems, programmable systems, and mobile applications.
Our computer engineering degree graduates have gone onto working with employers such as:
- ITV
- Barclaycard
- Network Rail
- Microsoft
- IBM
- HMGCC.
Common computer engineering job roles include:
- Embedded Systems Engineer
- Full Stack Developer
- Computer Engineer
- Electronics Engineer
- Digital Electronics Engineer
- Mobile App Developer
- Android Developer
- IoS Developer
- Control System Engineer
- FPGA Programmer
- Hardware Programmer
- IT Systems Administrator
- Hardware/Software Developer
- IoT Developer
- Microcontroller Programmer
- Research and Development Engineering roles.
Some of our electronics and computer engineering graduates have also moved on to work in Higher Education as Research Assistants, Teaching Fellows, Graduate Teaching Assistants, Associate Lecturers and into funded PhD positions. Other graduates also work as freelancers or run their own companies e.g. as Mobile Application Developers and IT consultants.
Master’s Opportunities
The University of Northampton’s master’s courses are a great way to enhance the skills you have already learnt. Benefit from our 20% alumni discount on master’s fees to give you a CV that will catch the eye of employers.
