Computer Systems and Communications MEng

Entry Requirements

• A-levels: BBB. Must include a science or maths subject to at least AS-level.
• BTEC: DDM.
• International Baccalaureate: 0 points.
• GCSE (minimum grade C): at least five subjects including English language, mathematics and a physical science.
• Foundation degree/HND: may enable you to start the course in year 2.

English Language Requirement:

• IELTS 6.0 overall, with 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in the other elements. 

Curriculum

Year 1

• Programming
• Human Computer Interaction
• Professional and Study Skills
• Introduction to Databases
• Embedded Architecture and Programming
• Digital Electronics
• Mathematics
• Introduction to Networking

Year 2

• Computer Systems Architecture
• Object-oriented Software Design and Implementation
• Operating Systems
• Data Structures and Algorithms
• Mathematics and Control
• Engineering and Design
• Network Design and Technologies

Year 3

• Programming Languages, Concurrency and Client-server Computing
• Mobile Application Development
• Network Management and Security
• Communications
• Team project

Final Year

• Research Methods
• Advanced Networking Technologies
• Secure Network Systems
• Integrated masters individual project

Options:

• Algorithms and Computability
• Intelligent Systems
• Specification, Verification and Validation
• Distributed Systems Principles
• Advanced Computer Systems and Architecture
• Enterprise Application Development