BEng (Hons)Computer Hardware and Software Engineering
Study location | United Kingdom, Coventry University |
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Type | Bachelor courses, full-time |
Nominal duration | 3 years |
Study language | English |
Awards | BEng (Hons) |
Course code | GG56 |
Tuition fee | To be confirmed |
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Entry qualification | High school / secondary education (or higher) Good grades in Mathematics and one from Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Engineering, Further Mathematics, Computer Science, Computing or Design Tech. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. Upload documents in original language and translations. You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university. |
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Language requirements | English IELTS: 6.0 (with no skill level below 5.5) Secondary school exam result can be accepted for the following countries: |
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Other requirements | At least 1 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application. |
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Overview
Computer Hardware and Software Engineering BEng (Hons) at Coventry University is a course aimed at bridging the gap between electronics and software engineering knowledge.
According to Prospects, Skills shortages in key areas of the UK’s digital economy has led to a demand for software and hardware engineers.
This course aims to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to take up the challenges for development of future technologies such as IoT, smart cities, autonomous car, green technologies etc. Successful graduates of the course should be able to solve problems related to both electronics and software by learning the subjects related electronic engineering, embedded systems, computer architecture and security, programming, mobile app development, machine learning, FPGA based design and system on Chip design.
Currently fully accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)*, this course enables you to register with the Engineering Council as an Incorporated Engineer on successful completion. It provides a broad technical education in the hardware and software aspects of computer systems engineering and applications development.
Career opportunities
Engineering remains one of the most in-demand jobs in the UK, with a particular shortage of Power System Engineers, Control Engineers and Protection Engineers. However, opportunities exist throughout the world for highly trained professionals who combine computing and engineering skills.
The course focuses on computer hardware-software design and integration, giving you the opportunity to gain substantial practical experience and which aims to support you in demonstrating your capabilities to future employers. Course content is regularly reviewed to reflect what is relevant and in demand in the industry by seeking external feedback from the External Examiner and a group of professionals and subject experts from industry, universities and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) through the IET accreditation process.
You will also receive support from our faculty’s employability and placements unit EEC Futures, which won the ‘Best Placement Service in the UK’ award at the National Undergraduate Employability Awards in 2015 and 2016.
We are currently NOT ACCEPTING applications from NON-EU countries, except Georgia and Serbia.
We are currently NOT ACCEPTING applications from NON-EU countries, except Georgia and Serbia.