Computer Systems Engineering (Software)

Description

We live in the age of ‘any device, any time, anywhere’ computing. Technology, communications and consumer electronics are rapidly evolving, and computer systems are central to our everyday interaction, be it a large scale distributed system based on the Internet or an embedded system in a consumer electronic device such as a mobile phone.

The demand for expertise in these fields is also rapidly growing. The very nature of the technologies that underpin computer systems means that you need not only to understand state-of-the-art developments in hardware and software, but also to have developed the necessary skills and ability to design computer systems in every aspect of commerce and industry.

Brunel’s course comprises four systemic themes:

• programming and software engineering;

• computer architecture and applications;

• data communications;

• digital electronic systems.

You will develop skills, expertise and knowledge in the areas of computer hardware and architecture, computer software, digital electronics, communication networks, embedded systems and interfacing.

The range of options available in later years of the programme will allow you to maintain breadth or to specialise, with a focus on computer hardware design, data communication networks or distributed computing.

Detailed Course Facts

• GBP 9000 Year (EEA)
• GBP 16000 Year (Non-EEA)

£1,000 placement year

• English

Course Content

Some Level 1 modules are in common with those offered to Electronic Engineering students, and you will also take modules and workshops in computing and Internet technologies. Specialisation continues at Level 2, and at Level 3 you will pursue your particular interests further through your selection from a list of optional modules and through your final year project.

Typical Modules

Level 1 Core

• Digital Systems and Microprocessors

• Web Design and Development

• Problem Solving and Programming

• Computer Systems Mathematics

• Internet and Network Technologies

• Computer Systems Workshop

Level 2 Core

• Data Networks, Services and Security

• Computer Architecture and Interfacing

• Digital System Design and Reliability Engineering

• Multimedia Content Analysis and Delivery

• Object Oriented Systems Programming

• Engineering Group Design Project

• Management

Level 3 Core

• Individual Project

• Distributed Systems and Computing

• Software Engineering and Technology

• e-Systems Development

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6 CAE score : 60(Grade C)

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

Requirements

• GCE A-level ABB - BBB, including a Science, Engineering or Maths subject (General Studies not accepted for this subject at all).

• Advanced Diploma Progression Diploma Grade B in Engineering, plus the Specialist Unit in Maths for Engineers at grade C Along with 1 AS-level at Grade B for Additional and Specialist Learning.

• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma D*DD including Distinction in a Maths module and Merit in either Electrical or Electronic Principles.

• BTEC Level 3 Diploma DD in a related subject with an A Level at grade A in a Science, Engineering or Maths subject.

• BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma D in a related subject with A Levels grade AB in a Science, Engineering or Maths subject.

• International Baccalaureate Diploma 35 points, including 5 in Higher Level Maths, Science or an Engineering subject.

• Access to Higher Education Diploma Complete and pass Access to Engineering, Computing or Science course with 45 credits at Level 3 of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. All Maths and Science units must be Distinctions at Level 3.

GCSE Mathematics grade C and GCSE English grade C are also required.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Access Bursary

  Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

• Alumni Bursary

  Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Brunel University.