Electronic Engineering and Computer Science MEng (Hons)
48 monthsProgramme duration
67,725 GBPTuition Fee/year
Sep-2026Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - Electrical and Electronic
Degree
MEng
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
This innovative integrated master’s degree is designed to reflect the demands of ‘real world’ digital electronics, so you can make an impact in society.
Course outline
Accredited* by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), successful completion of this degree will put you on the path to Chartered Engineering status. Setting you up for a successful career in a diverse and in-demand sector.
This integrated master’s focuses on the two pillars that underpin modern society. Electronic Engineering focuses on designing, developing, and optimising electronic systems, while Computer Science deals with the theory and application of computing.
Studying both disciplines equips you with a holistic understanding of technology, enabling you to create groundbreaking solutions that integrate hardware and software seamlessly.
Key benefits
Professional accreditation
*This programme is accredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET). As part of the standard process, it is currently undergoing re-accreditation, with confirmation expected before September 2025.
Accreditation is on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partly meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Course outline
Accredited* by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), successful completion of this degree will put you on the path to Chartered Engineering status. Setting you up for a successful career in a diverse and in-demand sector.
This integrated master’s focuses on the two pillars that underpin modern society. Electronic Engineering focuses on designing, developing, and optimising electronic systems, while Computer Science deals with the theory and application of computing.
Studying both disciplines equips you with a holistic understanding of technology, enabling you to create groundbreaking solutions that integrate hardware and software seamlessly.
Key benefits
- Professionally accredited* – Accredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET)
- Supported for success – Ranked 5th in the UK for ‘continuation’ (Electrical and Electronic Engineering; Complete University Guide, 2025)
- Power up your future – Develop the skills employers around the globe look for. Gain an edge in a fast-changing world and thrive in your career with Aston Power Skills.
- Gold standard teaching – Aston University was awarded Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023)
- Investing in you - Ranked 3rd in the UK for ‘spend per student’ (Electrical and Electronic Engineering; Guardian, 2025)
- Earn more – Our graduates are among the highest paid in the country, earning on average £38,700 five years after graduating (Engineering; Longitudinal Education Outcomes, 2024)
- Here for you - 97% of students felt positive about the academic support they received (Electrical and Electronic Engineering; National Student Survey, 2024)
- World class facilities – Including access to Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies, one of the world’s leading photonic research centres.
- Excellent prospects - Ranked 8th in the UK for ‘graduate prospects – on track’ (Computer Science; Complete University Guide, 2025)
- Highly ranked - Ranked 12th overall in the UK for Computer Science and Information Systems (Guardian, 2025)
Where can this degree take me?
The transferable skills that our electrical engineering and computer science programmes provide mean that our graduates are successful in finding employment in a wide range of roles such as:
- Software engineer
- Electrical engineer
- Controls engineer
- Graduate technical consultant
- Security analyst
- Junior applications engineer
- Web developer
- Graduate electrical and transport engineer
Professional accreditation
*This programme is accredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET). As part of the standard process, it is currently undergoing re-accreditation, with confirmation expected before September 2025.
Accreditation is on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partly meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - Electrical and Electronic
Degree
MEng
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
This innovative integrated master’s degree is designed to reflect the demands of ‘real world’ digital electronics, so you can make an impact in society.
Course outline
Accredited* by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), successful completion of this degree will put you on the path to Chartered Engineering status. Setting you up for a successful career in a diverse and in-demand sector.
This integrated master’s focuses on the two pillars that underpin modern society. Electronic Engineering focuses on designing, developing, and optimising electronic systems, while Computer Science deals with the theory and application of computing.
Studying both disciplines equips you with a holistic understanding of technology, enabling you to create groundbreaking solutions that integrate hardware and software seamlessly.
Key benefits
Professional accreditation
*This programme is accredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET). As part of the standard process, it is currently undergoing re-accreditation, with confirmation expected before September 2025.
Accreditation is on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partly meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Course outline
Accredited* by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), successful completion of this degree will put you on the path to Chartered Engineering status. Setting you up for a successful career in a diverse and in-demand sector.
This integrated master’s focuses on the two pillars that underpin modern society. Electronic Engineering focuses on designing, developing, and optimising electronic systems, while Computer Science deals with the theory and application of computing.
Studying both disciplines equips you with a holistic understanding of technology, enabling you to create groundbreaking solutions that integrate hardware and software seamlessly.
Key benefits
- Professionally accredited* – Accredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET)
- Supported for success – Ranked 5th in the UK for ‘continuation’ (Electrical and Electronic Engineering; Complete University Guide, 2025)
- Power up your future – Develop the skills employers around the globe look for. Gain an edge in a fast-changing world and thrive in your career with Aston Power Skills.
- Gold standard teaching – Aston University was awarded Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023)
- Investing in you - Ranked 3rd in the UK for ‘spend per student’ (Electrical and Electronic Engineering; Guardian, 2025)
- Earn more – Our graduates are among the highest paid in the country, earning on average £38,700 five years after graduating (Engineering; Longitudinal Education Outcomes, 2024)
- Here for you - 97% of students felt positive about the academic support they received (Electrical and Electronic Engineering; National Student Survey, 2024)
- World class facilities – Including access to Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies, one of the world’s leading photonic research centres.
- Excellent prospects - Ranked 8th in the UK for ‘graduate prospects – on track’ (Computer Science; Complete University Guide, 2025)
- Highly ranked - Ranked 12th overall in the UK for Computer Science and Information Systems (Guardian, 2025)
Where can this degree take me?
The transferable skills that our electrical engineering and computer science programmes provide mean that our graduates are successful in finding employment in a wide range of roles such as:
- Software engineer
- Electrical engineer
- Controls engineer
- Graduate technical consultant
- Security analyst
- Junior applications engineer
- Web developer
- Graduate electrical and transport engineer
Professional accreditation
*This programme is accredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET). As part of the standard process, it is currently undergoing re-accreditation, with confirmation expected before September 2025.
Accreditation is on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partly meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Admission Requirements
110+
78+
6+
64+
A Levels
*List of core maths qualifications we accept: AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies, City & Guilds Certificate in Using and Applying Mathematics, NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics for Everyday Life, OCR (MEI)* Certificate in Quantitative Problem Solving, OCR (MEI)* Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning, Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context, WJEC Eduqas Certificate in Mathematics for Work and Life and Level 3 Core Math.
For full list of entry requirements, visit our course page.
- BBC including Maths and one other STEM (a) subject
- BCC including Maths and one other STEM (a) subject (with an EPQ or core maths* at grade B)
- CCC including Maths and one other STEM (a) subject (contextual offer)
*List of core maths qualifications we accept: AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies, City & Guilds Certificate in Using and Applying Mathematics, NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics for Everyday Life, OCR (MEI)* Certificate in Quantitative Problem Solving, OCR (MEI)* Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning, Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context, WJEC Eduqas Certificate in Mathematics for Work and Life and Level 3 Core Math.
For full list of entry requirements, visit our course page.
4 Years
Sep-2026
Tuition fees
Domestic
28,605 GBP
International
67,725 GBP
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