BEng (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering with a Year in Industry

University of East Anglia

United Kingdom, Norwich

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University of East Anglia

United Kingdom , Norwich

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

HG6M

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 25,950 / year

Next Intake September-2026

BEng (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering with a Year in Industry

About

Course Overview

How do everyday items like cars, mobile phones, games consoles and washing machines work? How can we use computer science to control equipment and machinery in the food and oil industries? On this BEng in Computer Systems Engineering with a Year in Industry, you’ll master computer science and discover how to apply it to hardware – such as embedded devices, networks and electronics. You’ll spend your third year in the workplace, practicing your skills and gaining experience, contacts and industry knowledge.

If you have an interest in computing, whether it’s through building your own hardware or writing your own code, this course is designed for you. You’ll start by mastering computer programming using different languages and platforms, which will you a strong foundation in software. Then, you'll move on to hardware, exploring computer architectures and networks, not just in PCs but in various devices. You'll also study electronics practically, enhancing your skills in circuit design and construction. Also, you'll have the chance to choose subjects like cyber security, audio and visual processing.

This Computer Systems Engineering degree is highly practical, allowing you to combine your interest in computing science with hardware-based subjects such as electronics, embedded devices and networking. Crucially, it'll give you the flexibility to deepen your knowledge in specialised areas or explore a broader range of subjects. You can follow the exciting developments of the field in the press and on blogs and be excited about contributing your own ideas and creativity to this always-evolving sector.

In this highly flexible course, you’ll be working with the software development tools and practices used in the industry right now. You’ll also learn about the latest research taking place at UEA.

In addition to academic study, you’ll spend a year in industry. You’ll gain valuable work experience and have the chance to build your professional skills and confidence. Relevant work experience is a great asset in today’s competitive job market. A year in industry will give you practical knowledge and greatly improve your chances of progressing within that sector as you gain valuable contacts and insight. Jobs in computer sciences have one of the highest starting salaries. You can work as a systems developer, car engine management designer, programmer, network analyst, or control engineer.

Disciplines

Computing Sciences

Requirements

Entry Requirements

This course is open to

UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.

We welcome and value a wide range of qualifications, and we recognise that some students might take a mixture of different qualifications. We have listed typical examples that we accept for entry.

You should hold or be working towards the specified English and Mathematics requirements and one of the examples of typical entry qualifications listed below. If your qualifications aren’t listed, or if you are taking a combination of qualifications that isn’t specified, please contact Admissions.

English and Mathematics

All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language at minimum grade 4 or grade C, and Mathematics at minimum grade 5 or grade B.

We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies page.

Typical International Entry Requirements

We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. For specific details about your country, view our information for International Students.

A levels

ABB including Mathematics, Computing Science, Digital Technology, Chemistry, Physics, Electronics or Economics.

Where applicable Science A levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element.

Not accepted: Critical Thinking and General Studies.

International Baccalaureate

32 points overall including HL5 in Mathematics (Applications and Interpretation or Analysis and Approaches), Computing Science, Chemsitry, Physics or Economics.

INTO UEA

If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, INTO UEA offers progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme. Depending on your interests, and your qualifications you can take a variety of routes to this degree.

English Foreign Language

Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading): 

IELTS:  6.0  overall (minimum  5.5  in all components)

We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.

Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.

If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study.

Pre-sessional English at INTO UEA 

Academic English at INTO UEA

Deferred Entry

We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.

Admissions Policy

Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.

Recent Study

We would prefer you to be able to demonstrate evidence of recent academic study within 5 years of the start of the course. If your last qualification will have been completed more than 5 years ago by the time the course starts, please contact Admissions.

English Program Requirements

Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading): 

IELTS:  6.0  overall (minimum  5.5  in all components)

We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.

Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.

Pre-sessional English at INTO UEA 

Academic English at INTO UEA

Career

Employability

After the Course

As a graduate in Computer Systems Engineering, you can move on to a broad range of exciting careers or on to further study. With your knowledge of hardware, you’ll be well suited for the more practical side of computing or careers in embedded computing and electronics.