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BEng Electronics and Computer Science

University of Edinburgh

Institution
University of Edinburgh
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Engineering
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
GH60
Typical offer
A-level ABB, IB 37

Entry requirements

A level: from AAA to ABB in one set of exams (required: Mathematics at A, one of Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science/Computing, Design and Technology (excluding Food Technology) or Engineering at B) IB: from 37 points with 666 at HL to 34 points with 665 at HL

About this course

The BEng (Hons) in Electronics and Computer Science is an undergraduate degree in the electrical and electronic engineering domain that focuses on hardware and software systems. Core topics include Circuit Design, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, and Microelectronics. The programme features an Industrial Liaison Board composed of senior industry representatives who influence curriculum development. The first year covers foundational mathematics, problem-solving skills, and technical topics including general engineering, electronics, and computer science. The second year progresses to analogue circuits, digital systems, microelectronics, sensor networks, algorithms, data structures, and computer systems.

Modules

  • problem-solving skills
  • teamwork
  • advanced thinking
  • confidence
  • mathematics
  • technical topics such as general engineering, electronics and electrical engineering and computer science
  • analogue circuits
  • digital systems
  • microelectronics
  • sensor networks
  • algorithms
  • data structures
  • computer systems