Electronics and Computer Engineering BEng (Hons) Welcome Pack
Welcome to Electronics and Computer Engineering BEng – September 2026.
Welcome to the BEng Electronics and Computer Engineering course. I am delighted that you have chosen to join us, and I look forward to supporting you as you begin this exciting journey.
Over the coming years, you will explore the fascinating world of electronics and computing, developing the knowledge and practical skills needed to create the technologies that shape modern life. From your first semester, you will combine theory with hands-on experience, using industry-standard tools to design, build, test, and programme real engineering systems.
Our course is built around problem-solving and innovation. You will work on projects that challenge you to think creatively, collaborate with others, and apply your learning to real-world engineering problems. As you progress, you will gain expertise in both hardware and software, discovering how they work together to power everything from smart devices to advanced embedded systems.
Beyond technical knowledge, you will develop the mindset of an engineer: curious, analytical, and resilient. These qualities, together with the practical experience you gain, will prepare you for a wide range of rewarding careers in electronics, computing, and emerging technologies.
Engineering is about making a difference. Whether you are designing sustainable solutions, developing intelligent systems, or creating the next generation of connected devices, the skills you gain here will enable you to have a real impact.
I am excited to see what you will achieve during your time with us. Welcome to the course, and best wishes for a rewarding and successful journey.
Your Course Leader
Professor Michael Opoku Agyeman
Professor of Computer Engineering
Michael.OpokuAgyeman@northampton.ac.uk
Additional staff
- Technician (for Electronics and Computer Engineering): Mr. Robert Walker
- Technician (for Programming & AI): Dr Michael Cauchi
Preparing for your course
When you arrive at the University of Northampton, there’s plenty to get involved with during Welcome Week. However, there are specific sessions taking place as part of your course induction that’ll help you settle in and prepare for teaching to start the following week:
Tuesday 22 September
Session: General Welcome Sessions
- Times:
- 10 – 10:45am – General Welcome for all tutors and students: UG & IFY Games
- 11 – 11:45am – General Welcome for all tutors and students: UG & IFY Computing
- 12 – 12:45pm – General Welcome for all tutors and students: UG & IFY Engineering
- 1 – 1:45pm – General Welcome for all tutors and students: PG Computing and Engineering
- Location: LH017, Learning Hub, Waterside campus
Session: BEng Electronics and Computer Engineering Subject Section
(Please note that this will include your compulsory laboratory induction)
- Time: 2:30 – 3:30pm (BST)
- Location: Electronics and Computer Engineering Lab, CH011 Creative Hub, Waterside campus
Friday 25 September
Session: Computing Students Only – How to Login and Use the University Technologies/Systems
- Time:
- 11am– Web Development and Cyber Security
- 11:30am – Business Computing, Computer Network Security, and AI & Data Science
- 12pm – Software Engineering, and Electronics & Computer Engineering
- 12:30pm – Computer Science students, surnames A to J
- 1pm – Computer Science students, surnames K to Z
- Location: LH316, Learning Hub, Waterside campus
