Computer Systems Engineering (with foundation year) Beng (Hon)

<strong>This course offers opportunities to work on the design of smart devices, embedded systems and advanced electronics, helping you develop your skills in this field.</strong><br/><br/>Our degree with foundation year could be the stepping stone you need to achieve your goals. The foundation year aims to prepare you for degree-level study and is a great way to build the confidence, skills and knowledge needed to succeed on your degree course. The degree with foundation year is only available for the BEng option.<br/><br/><strong>Foundation year</strong> <br/>This foundation year aims to provide you with the fundamental knowledge and skills needed in mathematics, as well as the theories and concepts of electrical, electronic and mechanical engineering.<br/><br/><strong>Degree</strong><br/>Design and develop intelligent systems that integrate hardware and software, with applications in areas like robotics, smart cities and automation. Youll have the opportunity for hands-on experience with modern technologies used in real-world engineering solutions.<br/><br/><strong>Key features:</strong><br/>- <strong>Hands-on learning with industry-standard tools:</strong> gain practical experience in embedded systems, electronics and programming using labs and real-world project work.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Focus on emerging technologies:</strong> explore robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT) and smart system design.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Integrated masters (MEng) with undergraduate fees:</strong> progress to the masters degree (subject to meeting progression criteria) through an integrated pathway that includes advanced content and leadership-focused study, designed to help support your development and career goals.<br/><br/><br/><strong>Why you should study this course</strong><br/><strong>Foundation year</strong><br/>• Supports you to gain the academic skills required for degree-level study.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Provides a grounding in key areas of engineering and mathematics.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Degree</strong><br/>- <strong>Industry-relevant skills:</strong> master hardware/software integration, AI, IoT, and embedded systems through embedded practical lab sessions and group projects.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Hands-on learning:</strong> access embedded training in PCB design, soldering and robotics in purpose-built labs4, plus optional extracurriculars like robot racing competitions.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Strong employer links:</strong> benefit from guest lectures, placement opportunities and projects with industry collaborators, who have previously included ARM and Bosch.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>MEng route:</strong> upon successful completion of the first three years, you may have the opportunity to advance to the masters part of this course, providing you with greater insight into computer systems engineering (subject to meeting progression requirements).<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Team-based and individual projects:</strong> build your portfolio through design challenges that reflect real engineering problems and solutions.<br/><br/><br/>Please visit our website for the most up-to-date information.