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Electronic Engineering and Computer Systems

Study level:
Undergraduate

Course summary

Developments in electronics and computers have played a massive role in progressing society, and they will continue to shape our world in the future. ‘Invisible computers’ help to operate everyday systems like supermarket and goods logistics, transportation networks, energy capture and generation, diagnostic equipment used in hospitals, broadband and satellites, and more. The list is endless – and so is the need for engineers trained in these disciplines.

This Electronic Engineering and Computer Systems course covers a variety of topics designed to prepare you for a wealth of careers and significant earning potential, allowing you to create the life you want. These topics include, software and hardware, and how they are designed for embedded systems. The Internet of Things, computer system architectures and networks.

Why Study Electronic Engineering and Computer Systems BEng(Hons) at University of Huddersfield?
For example, following the course, you could work as a systems engineer, electronic design engineer after graduation.

You’ll be learning from the best on this course, too, as the University of Huddersfield has been rated Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023.

Professional Bodies
This course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and fully meets the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng), and partly meets the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

Why Huddersfield?
Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.

Modules

This is a common first year, comprising:
• Computer Programming
• Electronic Design Manufacture and Test
• Mathematics
• Professional Development
• Electrical Principles 1
• Electronics 1.

To see the full range of modules and descriptions, please visit our website. A link to this course can be found at the bottom of the page in the ‘Course contact details’ section.

Assessment method

Throughout your studies, you will have the opportunity to get continual feedback through weekly SAIL (Score as I Learn) assignments so you will feel confident in your studies and be able to access support when you need it.

Assessment of your progress is made through assignments, exams and individual project work, with a focus on practical work.

Your module specification/course handbook will provide full details of the assessment criteria applying to your course.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Engineering and Technology, Institution of

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How to apply

Apply by
31 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
GH46
Institution code:
H60
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.

Course options

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 120 - 112 points

from a combination of Level 3 qualifications which must include the accepted qualifications as listed in Further Information.

A level - BBB - BBC

A Levels must include Mathematics and at least one other suitable Science/Technology subject as listed in Further Information.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM - DMM

in Engineering. DDM-DMM in BTEC Science/Technology Level 3 Extended Diploma is also acceptable with A Level Mathematics at least at Grade C. See Further Information for details of what is accepted.

Access to HE Diploma - M: 45 credits

or above in a relevant Science/Technology subject as listed in Further Information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

120-112 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications which must include Science/Technology subject as listed in Further Information.

T Level - M

in Engineering and Manufacturing (Core) Full Qualification.

Applicants who are studying A Level Electronics but are not studying A Level Maths, may be invited to take a Maths test. Decisions will be based on a pass in the Maths test, as well as achieving the required UCAS tariff points.

Entry is also possible from the Engineering Foundation Year. To progress onto this course from the Foundation Year you must pass all modules and achieve an average mark of 40% or above.

A Levels (in addition to A2 Mathematics) must include one of the following: Electronics, Physics, Further and Additional Mathematics, Statistics, Design and Technology: Systems and Control, Computer Science, Chemistry.

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering (instead of A2 Mathematics) must be one of the following: Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Engineering.

Other suitable skills or experience gained in a relevant industry will be considered. For further information please see the University's minimum entry requirements.

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent will be considered acceptable.

Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our 'Where are you from?' information pages. https://www.hud.ac.uk/international/where-are-you-from/

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

Our offer-making is transparent, consistent, and equitable.
Whilst we do not use contextual data as part of our decision making, an offer below the publicised entry criteria may be made in exceptional circumstances. This might be where there is evidence supplied by the applicant and/or referee that the applicant’s grades may have been affected by individual extenuating circumstances or in relation to performance at an interview.

Learn more on the University of Huddersfield website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades students were previously accepted with - learn more. It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9250Year 1
Northern Ireland£9250Year 1
Scotland£9250Year 1
Wales£9250Year 1
Channel Islands£9250Year 1
Republic of Ireland£9250Year 1
EU£17600Year 1
International£17600Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Tuition fees will cover the cost of your study at the University as well as charges for registration, tuition, supervision and examinations. For more information about funding, fees and finance for UK students, including what your tuition fee covers, please see Fees and finance - http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/

If you are an EU or international student coming to study at the University of Huddersfield, please visit the International Fees and Finance pages for full details of tuition fees and support available - https://www.hud.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/

Please email the Student Finance Office (sfo@hud.ac.uk) or call 01484 472210 for more information about fees and finance.

Sponsorship information

Students doing IET accredited courses can apply for their scholarships and grants.

For further information please visit the IET’s website - http://www.theiet.org/membership/awards/index.cfm

Please see our website for more information - http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/undergraduate-scholarships/

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