Study Computer Systems Engineering with an Industrial Placement Year - BEng (Hons) at University of Sheffield in the UK, School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (ACSE)
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Computer Systems Engineering with an Industrial Placement Year - BEng (Hons)

UK

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What will I learn?

This four-year BEng course will develop your engineering skills in computer software and hardware. The key difference between this and a computer science degree is the focus on engineering systems: electromechanical design, robotics and computer programming for embedded systems. You'll also carry out an industrial placement to enhance your employability.Modules are informed by our world-leading research and designed with input from our industry partners, so you'll have the best start for your career. You'll use industry-standard equipment and learn about state-of-the-art applications in infrastructure, medicine and aviation.Our courses share a common first year. You'll study subjects that are fundamental to computer systems such as mathematics, computing, control, electronics, software and embedded systems.In the first year, you'll learn how to control robotic systems and you will work as part of a team to design, analyse and test robots, autonomous vehicles and other complex electro-mechanical systems.Industry placement, Study abroad

Which department am I in?

School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (ACSE)

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
£32,100.00 (US$ 41,455) per year
Accommodation - Standard with shared bathroom (City) : 4651.08 (42 weeks)

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

Expected September 2027

Venue

University of Sheffield Main Campus

Western Bank,

Sheffield,

South Yorkshire,

S10 2TN, Northern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

The A Level entry requirements for this course are: AAB including Maths and a science A Levels + a fourth Level 3 qualification ABB including Maths and a science + B in a relevant EPQ; ABB including Maths and a science + A in AS or B in A Level Further Maths. International Baccalaureate 34, with 6, 5 (in any order) in Higher Level Maths and a science. BTEC Extended Diploma DDD in Engineering or Applied Science + B in A Level Maths. BTEC Diploma DD in Engineering or Applied Science + A in A Level Maths. T Level Distinction in the relevant T Level, including grade A in the core component + B in A Level Maths. Scottish Highers + 2 Advanced Highers AABBB + AB in Maths and a science. Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels B + AA in Maths and a science. Access to HE Diploma Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 36 at Distinction and 9 at Merit

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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