MEng Computer Systems Engineering

This four-year MEng 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.

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.

In your second year, core modules cover subjects such as programming (including C++, Python and Java), mathematics and data modelling, signals, systems and communications. You'll apply your skills to a practical project, where you'll design a system using 3D CAD tools. You'll then build the system in our iForge makerspace. This innovative facility gives you access to 3D printers, laser cutters and more.

In your third year, specialist modules cover topics ranging from intelligent systems, machine learning and digital signal processing to system design and cybersecurity. You can tailor your degree to suit your interests with optional modules.

The highlight of your final year is an advanced project. Working individually with one of our world-leading academics, you'll deepen your technical knowledge and develop your expertise in a range of engineering techniques and skills such as project management and communication. You'll also study real-time embedded systems while choosing from advanced topics such as deep learning, agent-based modelling and multi-agent systems and cybersecurity.

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The content of this course is under review and there might be some changes before you start. We'll publish an up-to-date course description soon.

This course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), the Institute of Measurement and Control and the Engineering Council UK.

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Modules

  • Compulsory modules
  • Digital and Embedded Systems
  • Group Control Project and Professional Skills
  • Introduction to Systems Engineering & Software
  • Systems Engineering Mathematics I
  • Modelling, Analysis and Control
  • Physical Systems
  • Introduction to Electric and Electronic Circuits
  • Global Engineering Challenge Week
  • Compulsory modules
  • Control Systems Design and Analysis
  • Mechatronics
  • Signals, Systems, and Communications
  • Systems Engineering and Object Oriented Programming
  • Systems Engineering Mathematics II
  • Computer Problem Solving and Object Oriented Design
  • Engineering - You're Hired
  • Compulsory modules
  • State-Space Control Design
  • Digital Signal Processing
  • Intelligent Systems
  • Group Project
  • Systems Design and Security
  • Finance and Law for Engineers
  • Optional modules
  • System Identification
  • Space Systems Engineering
  • Robotics
  • Biomechatronics
  • Machine Learning
  • Design of Medical Devices and Implants
  • Computer Security and Forensics
  • The Internet of Things
  • Antennas, Radar and Navigation
  • Compulsory modules
  • Cybersecurity for control systems
  • Real-Time Embedded Systems
  • Advanced Project
  • Options modules
  • Optimal Control
  • Deep Learning
  • Machine Vision
  • Rapid Control Prototyping
  • Advanced Control
  • Mobile Robotics and Autonomous Systems
  • Advanced Space Systems and Space Weather
  • Agent-Based Modelling and Multi-Agent Systems
  • Optimisation: Theory, algorithms and applications
  • Data Modelling and Machine Intelligence
  • Computer Security and Forensics
  • 3D Computer Graphics
  • Testing and verification in safety-critical systems
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    £29,110 Per Year

    International student tuition fee

    4 Years

    Duration

    Sep 2025

    Start Month

    Aug 2025

    Application Deadline

    Upcoming Intakes

    • September 2025
    • September 2026

    Mode of Study

    • Full Time