Computer and Electronic Engineering teaches you to combine digital electronics, microprocessors and software to develop and enable the potential of embedded computer systems.
Embedded systems include mobile phones, game consoles, car engine management systems, traffic lights, and wireless routers, to name a few.
PCs and traditional desktop computers are designed for multiple tasks, whereas embedded computer systems often have a dedicated function or purpose. This tends to be within a larger electromechanical system and is often small, rugged and low power.
Computer and Electronic Engineering teaches you to combine digital electronics, microprocessors and software to develop and enable the potential of embedded computer systems.<br/><br/>Embedded systems include mobile phones, game consoles, car engine management systems, traffic lights, and wireless routers, to name a few.<br/><br/>PCs and traditional desktop computers are designed for multiple tasks, whereas embedded computer systems often have a dedicated function or purpose. This tends to be within a larger electromechanical system and is often small, rugged and low power.<br/><br/>They use microprocessors and microcontrollers and link to sensors and sensor systems. Computer and electronic engineers define the hardware, firmware, and software that enable and are within these embedded computer systems.<br/><br/>The theory of digital electronics and electrical engineering underpins the course. This is complimented with subjects such as computer architecture and design, programming and embedded software engineering, field-programmable gate arrays (FGPA) design, digital interfacing and development, and control and management theory.<br/><br/>All computers and embedded systems are subject to Moore’s Law; they are increasing in capability yearly, increasing the opportunity for application management and control.<br/><br/>**Whats the difference between MEng and BEng?**<br/>The structure of the first two years are common between the BEng and MEng and provide you with engineering and electrical science core skills, combined with computer systems and programming modules. The application of engineering and electrical science shared with the solution of industrial problems is a strong theme throughout the courses.<br/><br/>The MEng structure is distinct from the BEng course in the third and fourth academic years, providing enhanced opportunities to study your chosen specialist subjects in depth. In addition, MEng students follow extra modules in business management, application of management theory, and design and microprocessor control systems.<br/><br/>Students studying on the BEng course may have opportunity to change to the MEng course if their performance in the first and second year is sufficiently strong.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
29/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
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Course Code
H614
Institution Code
L79
Points of Entry
Year 1
Access to HE DiplomaNot accepted - Foundation entry only. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme34 34 (6,5,5 HL) including HL Maths and either Computer Science or Physics at HL Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*DD BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma: D*DD in a relevant subject plus A Level Maths at grade B. A Level subjects: All offers include Maths and either Computing, Computer Science, Electronics, Engineering, Further Maths or Physics. Preferred BTEC subjects include: Computing, Electrical/Electronic or Engineering Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)We accept a wide range of international qualifications for entry as outlined on our website – please view the individual course typical offers on our website and choose Ireland in the Country/region drop down field for more information. GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE English Language grade 4/C Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD Grades Distinction Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Engineering plus grades BB from 2 A Levels. A Level subjects: All offers include Maths and either Computing, Computer Science, Electronics, Engineering, Further Maths or Physics. Preferred BTEC subjects include: Computing, Electrical/Electronic or Engineering Scottish Advanced HigherA,B AB in Maths and either Computer Science, Electronics, Mechatronics or Physics, plus Highers at AAB in three other subjects Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalConsidered on a case by case basis. Please contact Loughborough University directly. Extended ProjectWe recognise the benefit of the Extended Project in developing independent research and critical thinking skills. We would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, and while we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/ Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)D Grade Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Engineering plus Grades AB from two A Levels. A Level subjects: All offers include Maths and either Computing, Computer Science, Electronics, Engineering, Further Maths or Physics. Preferred BTEC subjects include: Computing, Electrical/Electronic or Engineering A levelA,B,B ABB including Maths and either Computing, Computer Science, Electronics, Engineering, Further Maths or Physics T LevelM Merit Overall B in Core Component, Merit in Occupational Specialism, Pass in Industry Placement B in A Level Maths T Level in Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing and Electrical and Electronic Engineering or Control and Instrumentation Engineering Occupational Specialism is considered. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)Applicants taking the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma will be asked to achieve the A level requirements for their course as part of their qualification. The Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted alongside two A levels as long as individual course entry and subject requirements are met. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/ |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £28,600 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |