Computer and Network Engineering

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Information technology, communications and electronics are some of the fastest growing areas of the economy.

Computer networks provide the infrastructure for most

* businesses
* educational institutions
* retailers
* manufacturers
* public services.

And many companies increasingly rely on computer and network engineering, which is now a global discipline. This course is hardware-based, and examines the design, specification, and integration of current and next generation computer and communications network technologies. It is ideal for professionals from communications, hardware design and development. And it is particularly useful for people working in companies that rely on constant innovation.

This course provides an opportunity for you to

* increase the depth of your technical knowledge
* develop your computer hardware skills
* gain a thorough working knowledge of software engineering
* study the latest technology for developing communication and network media and suitable applications
* gain the expertise to customise computer systems
* design and develop computer networks

The course is ideal for professionals with communications and hardware design and development backgrounds, who may be wanting to move into the area of network design and applications.

After successfully completing this course you will be able to customise computer systems and be proficient in designing and developing computer networks.

The course has two main themes, communication and networks, and computer engineering. You study eight modules plus a major project.

Communications and network modules

At least three from

* communication engineering
* communication Media
* communication networks
* network applications

Computer engineering modules

At least three from

* microprocessor engineering
* object-oriented methods
* operating systems
* software engineering

Option modules

Up to two from

* applicable artificial intelligence
* business process management
* digital signal processing
* modern computer architectures
* project (equivalent to four modules)

Normal you need at least a second class honours degree from a UK institution in a relevant engineering or science subject, or an equivalent qualification from the UK or overseas.We may also accept other qualifications, for example an HND, backed up with relevant industrial experience.If English is not your first language you normally need an IELTS score of at least 6.0. English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6 CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 75 (Grade B) IMPORTANT NOTE: Since April 2014 the ETS tests (including TOEFL and TOEIC) are no longer accepted for Tier 4 visa applications to the United Kingdom. The university might still accept these tests to admit you to the university, but if you require a Tier 4 visa to enter the UK and begin your degree programme, these tests will not be sufficient to obtain your Visa. The IELTS test is most widely accepted by universities and is also accepted for Tier 4 visas to the UK- learn more.