The field of computer systems is one of the fastest growing fields of engineering and one that has a very visible impact on modern life. Our course opens the door to a career in computing wherever digital, mobile or network systems are involved.
**Why study BEng/MEng Computer Systems Engineering at Middlesex University?**
Traditional computer systems engineering focuses on the engineering and integration of hardware and software systems which fulfil useful purposes. For example accessing video-on-demand, music and live TV coverage, as data can be distributed across the globe.
Now, with the rise of cloud computing and the latest generation of large-scale networked systems, computer systems engineering is at the cutting edge of a range of technological developments.
Our pioneering and specialist Computer Systems Engineering degree prepares you for entry into an exciting career. You will be taught by experts in the field in high-tech labs and have access to specialist equipment. You will be part of a well-resourced department and study among like-minded and ambitious students.
**Course highlights**
This is a multidisciplinary course with exciting work experience opportunities in Year 2
If you apply for our four-year MEng course through UCAS you can gain a masters qualification by completing the fourth year and receive student loan funding to cover your postgraduate course fees
You will have access to labs with digital, high-end network, cloud computing, processing and developmental resources
We are seeking BCS (British Computer Society) accreditation - you will be eligible for BCS membership retrospectively when it is awarded
As a student of this course you'll receive a free electronic textbook for every module.
Course Details - Modules
Year 1: Computer Networks (30 credits) - Compulsory, Computer Systems Architecture and Operating Systems (30 credits) - Compulsory, Fundamentals of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (30 credits) - Compulsory, Programming for Data Communication and Problem Solving (30 credits) - Compulsory.
Year 2: Engineering Software Development (30 credits) - Compulsory, Digital System Design (30 credits) - Compulsory, Protocols and Network Performance Simulation (30 credits) - Compulsory, Research Methodology and Professional Project Development (30 credits) - Compulsory.
Sanwich Year: Supervised Industrial Placement (120 credits) - Optional
Year 3: Individual Project (30 credits) - Compulsory, Internet Scale Applications and Development (30 credits) - Compulsory, Real-time Systems (30 credits) - Compulsory, Embedded Linux System and Application Development (30 credits) - Compulsory.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
HP50
Institution code:
M80
Campus Name:
Hendon Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Our entry requirements provide a guide to the qualifications that you’ll need to study our courses. We have a personalised admissions approach and we make fair but aspirational offers. We want you to aim high and achieve great results.
We understand that things have been very different at school and college since the pandemic started however and that you might be worried about what changes to exams in 2021 will mean for you.
We’ll always aim to be as flexible as possible and take into consideration any barriers you may have faced in your learning. So if you don’t quite get the grades you hoped, we’ll look at more than your qualifications like your achievements in other areas and your personal statement.
At Middlesex, we're proud of how we recognise potential in future students like you and how we can support you to succeed in the future.
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