MEng in Electronic and Computer Engineering
12 monthsProgramme duration
Jan, SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - Electrical and Electronic
Degree
MEng
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Are you excited by the way technology is transforming our world? Today, the boundaries between the digital and physical are disappearing, opening up new possibilities for innovation. Integrated Intelligence now connects everything from the tiniest semiconductor chips to the global networks that keep us all in touch. By studying in this field, you’ll be at the heart of the systems that power modern life, helping to shape how we live, work, and connect with each other.
This master’s degree is designed to fit your interests and goals. With 30 modules to choose from, you can shape your studies around what matters most to you. Choose the General Masters for maximum flexibility, or specialise in one of these Majors when you register:
Major in Physical AI
Step into the future by bridging the gap between machine learning and the physical world. In this major, you’ll explore how high-performance hardware, ultra-fast connectivity, and autonomous decision-making are driving the next industrial revolution. Physical AI empowers robots and systems to interact with the world with human-like perception and decision-making, opening up new possibilities for innovation.
Major in the Internet of Things (IoT) Devices
Become an innovator in the world of connected devices by mastering the entire IoT ecosystem, from silicon to network. In this major, you’ll gain the skills to design and understand every layer of IoT, empowering you to drive change across industries like agriculture, healthcare, and beyond. You’ll not only learn the principles and technologies behind IoT, but also get hands-on experience with real hardware platforms. This is your opportunity to see how your ideas can shape the future.
Major in Semiconductor Engineering & Integrated Circuit (IC) Design
Take your place at the forefront of technology by designing the fabrication processes and high-performance integrated circuits that power everything from data centers to artificial intelligence. In this major, you’ll go beyond the limits of Moore’s Law and step into the More-than-Moore era, developing the expertise to master complex, next-generation systems that drive the global economy.
Major in Photonic Systems
Be part of the exciting convergence of light-based sensing and electronic systems. In Photonic Systems, you’ll explore how integrating photonics and electronics is driving advances in communications, sensing, and computing. You’ll also discover how nanotechnology is creating new devices and applications at the smallest scales, making a real difference in fields like biomedical engineering, telecommunications, and aerospace. By studying Nanotechnology and Photonics, you’ll develop skills that open doors across a wide range of industries.
Major in Data and Telecommunications Networks (DTN)
Shape the future of global connectivity by designing and building the next generation of data and telecommunication networks. In this major, you’ll gain the expertise to support everything from smart devices to global industries, preparing you for a world where computing, communication, and control come together. With hands-on experience and in-demand skills, you’ll be ready to tackle challenges in wireless communications, deliver fast and reliable connectivity, and make your mark in a rapidly evolving field.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - Electrical and Electronic
Degree
MEng
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Are you excited by the way technology is transforming our world? Today, the boundaries between the digital and physical are disappearing, opening up new possibilities for innovation. Integrated Intelligence now connects everything from the tiniest semiconductor chips to the global networks that keep us all in touch. By studying in this field, you’ll be at the heart of the systems that power modern life, helping to shape how we live, work, and connect with each other.
This master’s degree is designed to fit your interests and goals. With 30 modules to choose from, you can shape your studies around what matters most to you. Choose the General Masters for maximum flexibility, or specialise in one of these Majors when you register:
Major in Physical AI
Step into the future by bridging the gap between machine learning and the physical world. In this major, you’ll explore how high-performance hardware, ultra-fast connectivity, and autonomous decision-making are driving the next industrial revolution. Physical AI empowers robots and systems to interact with the world with human-like perception and decision-making, opening up new possibilities for innovation.
Major in the Internet of Things (IoT) Devices
Become an innovator in the world of connected devices by mastering the entire IoT ecosystem, from silicon to network. In this major, you’ll gain the skills to design and understand every layer of IoT, empowering you to drive change across industries like agriculture, healthcare, and beyond. You’ll not only learn the principles and technologies behind IoT, but also get hands-on experience with real hardware platforms. This is your opportunity to see how your ideas can shape the future.
Major in Semiconductor Engineering & Integrated Circuit (IC) Design
Take your place at the forefront of technology by designing the fabrication processes and high-performance integrated circuits that power everything from data centers to artificial intelligence. In this major, you’ll go beyond the limits of Moore’s Law and step into the More-than-Moore era, developing the expertise to master complex, next-generation systems that drive the global economy.
Major in Photonic Systems
Be part of the exciting convergence of light-based sensing and electronic systems. In Photonic Systems, you’ll explore how integrating photonics and electronics is driving advances in communications, sensing, and computing. You’ll also discover how nanotechnology is creating new devices and applications at the smallest scales, making a real difference in fields like biomedical engineering, telecommunications, and aerospace. By studying Nanotechnology and Photonics, you’ll develop skills that open doors across a wide range of industries.
Major in Data and Telecommunications Networks (DTN)
Shape the future of global connectivity by designing and building the next generation of data and telecommunication networks. In this major, you’ll gain the expertise to support everything from smart devices to global industries, preparing you for a world where computing, communication, and control come together. With hands-on experience and in-demand skills, you’ll be ready to tackle challenges in wireless communications, deliver fast and reliable connectivity, and make your mark in a rapidly evolving field.
Admission Requirements
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