BEng Electronics and Computer Engineering
About this course
BEng (Hons) in Electronics and Computer Engineering, an electrical and electronic engineering degree focused on hardware and software integration. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Signal Processing, and Control Systems. The curriculum includes a foundation year for those entering via the four-year route, leading into practical engineering design and an individual engineering project in the final year. The course begins with a foundation year covering academic skills, project work, and engineering foundations. The first year establishes core technical competencies through modules such as Problem Solving and Programming, Computer Systems, Electrical and Electronic Principles, and Electronic Engineering Practice. The second year progresses into specialized areas with Introduction to Artificial Intelligence, Microprocessors and Internet of Things (IoT), Mobile Application Development, and Electronics Instrumentation and Control Systems. The final year involves advanced study and practical application via Advanced AI and Applications, Mobile Computing, Advanced Electro-Mechanical System Design, Advanced Digital Electronics, and the Engineering Project.
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Entry requirements
A typical offer for the Electronics and Computer Engineering BEng could be: BBC at A-Level or, DMM at BTEC/Cambridge Technical or, Merit at T Level Further Information: We look for applicants with A-Level Maths at grade C or above, or Engineering at BTEC or T Level. Applicants will be expected to have achieved GCSE Mathematics (or equivalent) at grade C or above. We welcome international applicants and applications from students with a range of non-traditional educational or professional qualifications, and also applications from students with a mix of A levels and BTEC/Cambridge Technical qualifications. Integrated Foundation Year (IFY) Entry Requirements: Admission to this foundation course is normally: DEE at A Level or, MPP at BTEC or, Pass (D or E) at T Level However, we would also like to hear from you if you have professional or industry experience instead, a range of other qualifications or self-developed subject knowledge that relates to the course you wish to study.
What students say
Based on about 13 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 78%
- Learning opportunities: 66%
- Assessment and feedback: 77%
- Academic support: 77%
- Organisation and management: 52%
- Learning resources: 68%
- Student voice: 63%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 25%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 40%
- Skilled trades occupations: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Business and Financial Project Management Professionals: 10%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 70 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East Midlands: 54%
- West Midlands: 9%
- East of England: 21%
- London: 4%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Professional and Academic Skills for University Study
- Applied Learning Project
- Foundations in Engineering
- Problem Solving and Programming
- Computer Systems
- Engineering Industry Practice
- Electrical and Electronic Principles
- Mathematics for Engineers
- Electronic Engineering Practice
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
- Microprocessors and Internet of Things (IoT)
- Mobile Application Development
- Advanced Mathematics for Engineers
- Analogue and Digital Electronics
- Electronics Instrumentation and Control Systems
- Advanced AI and Applications
- Mobile Computing
- Advanced Electro-Mechanical System Design
- Advanced Digital Electronics
- Engineering Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BEng Electronics and Computer Engineering at University of Northampton earn?
The median salary is £31,500 after 3 years, £40,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £32,000 and £46,500. The £40,000 median after five years is £2,500 more than the UK median for Electrical and electronic engineering.
What do graduates of BEng Electronics and Computer Engineering at University of Northampton do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BEng Electronics and Computer Engineering at University of Northampton?
78% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BEng Electronics and Computer Engineering at University of Northampton?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 85 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BEng Electronics and Computer Engineering at University of Northampton?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.