Computer Systems Engineering MEng
48 monthsProgramme duration
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
MEng
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Learn core fields of computer systems - including maths, control, embedded systems and programming, - then apply them in advanced modules. Gain hardware and software skills for careers in robotics, IoT, AI and more, completing individual and group research projects in Years 3 and 4.
Engineering intelligent systems from silicon to software – with architectural depth and technical authority.
This MEng course develops advanced capability in microelectronic system architecture, chip design, firmware engineering, and high-performance software optimisation.
You will architect and implement computing platforms across FPGA and VLSI technologies, design system-on-chip structures, develop secure firmware, and optimise software for performance and energy efficiency. Hardware-software co-design is central: you will learn to engineer systems where silicon design, memory architecture, operating systems, and application software are optimised together.
This course prepares you to design complex, high-performance systems – from advanced embedded platforms to AI-accelerated computing environments.
In the final year, you may specialise in Hardware Design & Silicon Engineering or AI Systems & Performance Engineering, developing the technical depth required for leadership in advanced microelectronic system design.
Accreditation
This course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), the Institute of Measurement and Control and the Engineering Council UK.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
MEng
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Learn core fields of computer systems - including maths, control, embedded systems and programming, - then apply them in advanced modules. Gain hardware and software skills for careers in robotics, IoT, AI and more, completing individual and group research projects in Years 3 and 4.
Engineering intelligent systems from silicon to software – with architectural depth and technical authority.
This MEng course develops advanced capability in microelectronic system architecture, chip design, firmware engineering, and high-performance software optimisation.
You will architect and implement computing platforms across FPGA and VLSI technologies, design system-on-chip structures, develop secure firmware, and optimise software for performance and energy efficiency. Hardware-software co-design is central: you will learn to engineer systems where silicon design, memory architecture, operating systems, and application software are optimised together.
This course prepares you to design complex, high-performance systems – from advanced embedded platforms to AI-accelerated computing environments.
In the final year, you may specialise in Hardware Design & Silicon Engineering or AI Systems & Performance Engineering, developing the technical depth required for leadership in advanced microelectronic system design.
Accreditation
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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