Planit


Computer and Electronic Systems

University of Strathclyde

Content

From drones to smart technology, engineers with electronics and software skills are needed for our digital future.

Year 1:
Electronic Circuits; Maths; Computer Science and software engineering; practical labs and project work introducing design and build activities.

Year 2:
You learn a range of programming languages (Java, C++, C, Ruby, Python); Computer Communications; Engineering Design Techniques; Hardware and Software Analysis.

Year 3:
Specialist topics such as Artificial Intelligence, Embedded systems and Computing Architectures.

Year 4: Individual design project in your chosen specialism and choice of classes including Digital Forensics, Laser Systems and Information Security; year abroad for those on the MEng International Study stream.

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements

Standard entry:
5 Highers at AAAB including Maths at A and Engineering Science or Physics plus English at National 5. Higher English preferred. Advanced Highers Maths and Physics recommended.

Widening access entry:
4 Highers at BBBB including Maths and Engineering Science or Physics plus English at National 5. Higher English preferred. Advanced Highers Maths and Physics recommended.

A Foundation Apprenticeship is accepted in place of a non-essential Higher.

Start Date

October

Qualification

Degree

Award

BEng Hons

Study Method

Full time

UCAS Code

GH46

Course Length

4 years

Faculty

Faculty of Engineering

Department

Electronic and Electrical Engineering

SCQF Level

10

Career Area

Computing and ICT

Career Sectors

Computer Skills

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