Degree programmes in Electronic and Computer Engineering

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Electronic and Computer Engineering BEng/MEng

Electronic and Electrical Engineering BEng/MEng

Electrical Engineering with Renewable Energy Systems MEng

Electronic and Communications Engineering BEng/MEng

Computer Systems Engineering BEng/MEng

Computer Systems Engineering (Networks) BEng

Computer Systems Engineering (Software) BEng

UNDERGRADUATE

Degree programmes in

Electronic and

Computer

Engineering

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Our Electronic and Computer

Engineering (ECE) courses provide

a strong theoretical grounding

and develop the key analytical and

engineering design skills that will

allow you to inform the future of

electronic, microelectronic and

computer systems.

Our courses are also practical, making

excellent use of our laboratory facilities

in analogue and digital electronics,

computer systems, computer networks,

signal processing, communication,

sensors, power and control.

When you graduate you will be part

of a high-tech elite, highly

sought-after professionals with specialist

understanding and skills in the field of

electronic and computer engineering.

Your career prospects are very exciting.

We really hope to see you here soon.

Professor Asoke Nandi

Head of Department

UCAS Codes

Welcome

Brunel University London code

B84 BRUNL

Apply online at www.ucas.com

You will need one of the following:

Electronic and Computer Engineering BEng H604 3 years (FT)

H6N6 4 years (FT) thick-sandwich

Electronic and Computer Engineering MEng HGP4 4 years (FT

HG6L 5 years (FT) thick-sandwich

Electronic and Electrical Engineering BEng H600 3 years (FT)

H602 4 years (FT) thick-sandwich

Electronic and Electrical Engineering MEng H601 4 years (FT)

Electrical Engineering with Renewable Energy Systems MEng

H6H2 4 years (FT)

H6HF 5 years (FT) thick-sandwich

Electronic and Communications Engineering BEng

H693 years (FT)

Electronic and Communications Engineering MEng H692 4 years (FT) H691 5 years (FT) thick-sandwich Computer Systems Engineering BEng GH56 3 years (FT) GH5P 4 years (FT) thick-sandwich Computer Systems Engineering MEng G600 4 years (FT) GH5Q 5 years (FT) thick-sandwich Computer Systems

Engineering (Networks) BEng G421 3 years (FT) G4N6 4 years (FT) thick-sandwich Computer Systems Engineering (Software) BEng G603 3 Years (FT) GKN6 4 Years (FT) thick-sandwich

For the BEng

GCE A-level ABB - BBB, including

Mathematics and a Science or Engineering subject (for Computer Systems courses Mathematics is preferable, but not essential).

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma

D*DD including Distinction in Further Mathematics for Technicians and Distinction in either Electrical or Electronic Principles.

BTEC Level 3 Diploma DD in a related

subject with an A-Level at grade A in Mathematics.

BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma

D in a related subject with A-Levels grade AB to include Mathematics.

IB Diploma 31 points, including 5 in

Higher Level Mathematics and 5 in a Science or an Engineering subject.

Foundations of engineering courses:

For Brunel Foundations of Engineering progression requirements please go to www.brunel.ac.uk/courses/ undergraduate/engineering-with-an-integrated-foundation-year

For the MEng

GCE A-level AAA including Mathematics and a Science or Engineering subject (for the Computer Systems course Mathematics is preferable, but not essential).

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Why choose Electronic and

Computer Engineering?

Electronic equipment and products have become a vital part

of our daily lives, from mobile phones and computers to highly

sophisticated diagnostic equipment used in hospitals and

state-of-the-art fibre optic communications systems.

Computers, telecommunication systems and consumer electronics

are advancing at a fast pace. Electronic and microelectronic

embedded systems are at the core of these developments, and

there is a rapidly growing demand for well-qualified scientists

and engineers across the full breadth of electronic and computer

engineering.

Why choose Electronic and

Computer Engineering at

Brunel at Brunel?

ECE at Brunel is one of the largest disciplines in the university

with over 40 full-time academic staff and extensive teaching

and research portfolios. Despite its size, our department

maintains a friendly community atmosphere between students

and staff.

Our recent National Student Survey (NSS) results consistently

reflect the positive learning experience of our students and the

high level of satisfaction with our academic provision.

Developed in response to the needs of industry, our degree

courses will give you advanced level knowledge and skills in the

design of complex electronic, microelectronic and computer

systems.

Our teaching is research-led and we have strong links with the

world of industry which benefit our students when it comes

to placements and helpful contacts. The department has five

research centres focusing on telecommunications, sensors

and instrumentation, sustainable energy and systems, our

research findings and expertise feeding directly back into

the modules we teach. Brunel’s geographical proximity to the

highest concentration of the UK’s information engineering

and telecommunications industry – in London and along the

M4 corridor – means our network of potential work placement

contacts is second to none.

Devansh Arora,

(Computer Systems Engineering BEng)

“Computer Systems Engineering at Brunel University is designed to equip you with a vast variety of knowledge that is highly desired within the industry. The comprehensive structure of this course enables the fundamental values of computing and engineering to be instilled through modules such as Digital Systems, Systems & Programming, and Computer Engineering Mathematics. The course then builds on top of these fundamentals with Networks, Security, Architecture & Interfacing, and Web Scripting. The facilities within the labs

and lectures are of exceptional quality, enabling students to work efficiently and learn on the most modern, industry standard tools available.

The Placement and Careers Centre (PCC) provides a range of services such as CV writing and interview practice along with continual support in order to improve the chances of securing a placement and/or graduate job. The PCC assisted me in securing

my placement at Ernst & Young LLP as a Forensic Analyst within their Forensic Technology and Discovery Services (FTDS) sector. The experience I’m gaining is absolutely invaluable. I have been placed on a project that has required me to work in Dubai and Bahrain for a month (all expenses paid) instead of my usual office at London Bridge. On the social side, Brunel has plenty to offer. There are two bars and a nightclub situated on campus, and a selection of pubs in the local town high street ten minutes’ walk away from Brunel. With one of the best Student Unions in the country, both the nightlife and events arranged throughout the year are exceptional and a fantastic way to socialise with other students. Sporting facilities at Brunel are of Olympic standard, with Usain Bolt being a regular attendee”

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Professionally accredited

by The Institution of

Engineering and

Technology

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Over 75% of our research was

judged to be world leading or

internationally excellent,

placing our research

in the top 20% in

terms of research

power (REF2014)

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What we teach

Here’s a taste of what you can look forward to:

Electronic and Computer Engineering BEng

Level one (year one)

• Digital Systems and Microprocessors • Devices and Circuits

• Electronic Engineering Workshop • Problem Solving and Programming • Fundamental Mathematics

for Engineers

• Further Engineering Mathematics • Engineering Science,

Systems and Society

Level two (year two)

• Computer Architecture and Interfacing • Digital Systems Design and

Reliability Engineering

• Electronic Systems • Object Oriented Systems

and Programming

• Signals and Systems

• Engineering Group Design Project • Management

Level three (year three)

• Individual Project • Advanced Electronics • Advanced Digital Systems

Options

Choose from:

• Software Engineering and Technology • Design of Intelligent Systems • Control Systems

• Multimedia Digital Signal Processing • Distributed Systems and Computing

Electronic and Electrical Engineering BEng

• Engineering Science,

Systems and Society

• Fundamental Mathematics

for Engineers

• Further Engineering Mathematics • Electronic Engineering Workshop • Problem Solving and Programming

• Digital Systems Design and

• Electronic Systems • Management • Signals and Systems • Communication • Electrical Engineering

and Sustainability

• Engineering Group Design Project

• Individual Project • Advanced Electronics

Options

Choose from:

• Design of Intelligent Systems • Digital Communication Systems • Control Systems

• Power Electronics and Systems • Multimedia Digital Signal Processing • Advanced Digital Systems

• Renewable Energy in Power Systems

Electronic and Communications Engineering BEng

Systems and Society

for Engineers

• Further Engineering Mathematics • Electronic Engineering Workshop • Problem Solving and Programming

• Communication

• Computer Architecture and Interfacing • Digital Systems Design and

• Electronic Systems

• Individual Project • Advanced Electronics

• Digital Communication Systems

Options

Choose from:

• Design of Intelligent Systems • Control Systems

• Multimedia Digital Signal Processing • Advanced Digital Systems

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Computer Systems Engineering BEng

• Web Development Project • Web Design and Development • Interaction Design and Usability • Programming for Digial Media 2 • Digital Systems and Microprocessors • Problem Solving and Programming • Fundamental Mathematics

for Engineers

• Discrete Mathematics for Engineers • Computer Systems Workshop • Internet and Network Technologies

• Data Networks, Services and Security • Computer Architecture and Interfacing • Digital Systems Design and

• Multimedia Content

Analysis and Delivery

• Object Oriented Systems

and Programming

• High Performance Computing • Individual Project

Options

Choose from:

• Software Engineering and Technology • Design of Intelligent Systems • Network Design and

Advanced Data Security

• Advanced Digital Systems • E-Business Systems

Computer Systems Engineering (Networks) BEng

• Web Development Project • Web Design and Development • Interaction Design and Usability • Programming for Digital Media 2 • Digital Systems and Microprocessors • Fundamental Mathematics

for Engineers

• Computer Systems Workshop • Problem Solving and Programming • Discrete Mathematics for Engineers • Internet and Network Technologies

and Programming

• Individual Project

• High Performance Computing • Network Design and

Options

Choose from:

• Software Engineering and Technology • Design of Intelligent Systems • Advanced Digital Systems • E-Business Systems

Computer Systems Engineering (Software) BEng

• Web Development Project • Web Design and Development • Interaction Design and Usability • Programming for Digital Media 2 • Digital Systems and Microprocessors • Fundamental Mathematics

for Engineers

• Computer Systems Workshop • Problem Solving and Programming • Discrete Mathematics for Engineers • Internet and Network Technologies

and Programming

• Individual Project

• High Performance Computing • Software Engineering and Technology

Options

Choose from:

• Design of Intelligent Systems • Network Design and

• Advanced Digital Systems • E-Business Systems

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Electronic and Computer Engineering MEng

Level one (year one) • Digital Systems and

Microprocessors

• Devices and Circuits • Electronic Engineering Workshop • Fundamental Mathematics for Engineers • Further Engineering Mathematics • Engineering Science,

Systems & Society

• Problem Solving and

Programming

Level two (year two) • Computer Architecture

and Interfacing

• Electronic Systems • Object Oriented Systems

and Programming

• Signals and Systems • Engineering Group

Design Project

• Management

Level three (year three) • Individual Project and

Project Management

• Advanced Devices and

Electronic Systems Design

• Multimedia Digital

Signal Processing

• Advanced Digital Systems

Options Choose from: • Software Engineering and Technology • Control Systems • Distributed Systems and Computing

Level five (year four) • Innovation, Business and

Enterprise for Engineers

• Embedded Systems

Engineering

• Major Group Project

Options Choose from: • Computer Networks • Analogue Integrated Circuit Design. • Advanced Digital Communications

• Network Design and

Management • Advanced Multimedia Processing • Embedded Intelligent Systems • Communication Network Security

Electronic and Electrical Engineering MEng

Level one (year one) • Devices and Circuits • Digital Systems and

Microprocessors

Systems & Society

• Fundamental Mathematics for Engineers • Further Engineering Mathematics • Electronic Engineering Workshop

Programming

Level two (year two) • Communication

Reliability Engineering • Electronic Systems • Engineering Group Design Project • Management • Electrical Engineering and Sustainability

• Individual Project and

Project Management

Options Choose from: • Control Systems • Power Electronics and Systems • Digital Communication Systems • Multimedia Digital Signal Processing

• Advanced Digital Systems • Renewable Energy

in Power Systems

Level five (year four)

• Innovation, Business and

• Analogue Integrated

Circuit Design

Options Choose from: • Embedded Systems Engineering • Advanced Digital Communications • Power Electronics and FACTS

• Power System Stability

and Control

• Embedded Intelligent

Systems

• Radio and Optical

Communication Systems

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Electrical Engineering with Renewable Energy Systems MEng

• Digital Systems and

Microprocessors

• Devices and Circuits • Electronic Engineering

Workshop

Programming • Fundamental Mathematics for Engineers • Further Engineering Mathematics • Engineering Science,

Systems and Society

• Electrical Engineering

and Sustainability

• Electronic Systems • Signals and Systems • Engineering Group

Design Project

• Management

Project Management

• Control Systems

• Power Electronics Systems • Renewable Energy

in Power Systems

Options Choose from: • Energy Economics and Power • Power Electronics and FACTS • Power Systems

Stability and Control

• Sustainable Power

Generation

• Power System Analysis

and Security

• Power System Operation

and Management

Electronic and Communications Engineering MEng

Level one (year one) • Digital Systems and

Microprocessors

• Devices and Circuits • Electronic Engineering

Workshop

Programming • Fundamental Mathematics for Engineers • Further Engineering Mathematics • Engineering Science,

Systems and Society

Level two (year two) • Communication • Computer Architecture

and Interfacing

• Electronic Systems • Signals and Systems • Engineering Group

Design Project

• Management

Project Management

• Digital Communication

Systems

• Multimedia Digital

Signal Processing

• Advanced Digital Systems • Advanced Devices and

Options Choose from: • Embedded Systems Engineering • Advanced Multimedia processing • Embedded Indigent Systems • Computer Network • Wireless Network Technology • Advanced Digital Communications

Communication Systems

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Computer Systems Engineering MEng

Level one (year one) • Web Development Project • Web Design and

Development

• Interaction Design

and Usability

• Programming for

Digital Media 2

• Digital Systems and

Microprocessors

for Engineers

• Computer Systems

Workshop

Programming

• Discrete Mathematics

for Engineers

• Internet and Network

Technologies

Level two (year two) • Data Networks, Services

and Security • Computer Architecture and Interfacing • Digital Systems and Reliability • Multimedia Content

and Programming

• Engineering Group

Design Project

• Management

Level three (year three) • Individual Project • Design of Intelligent

Systems

Advanced Data Security.

• Distributed Systems

and Computing

• Advanced Digital Systems

• Embedded Systems

Engineering

Options

Choose from:

• Wireless Network

Technologies

Management

• Embedded Intelligent

Systems

Communications

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How we teach

You will be taught in a mixture of lectures, laboratory

sessions, workshops and small group tutorials. You will also

have one-to-one supervision for all your project work at each

level. We operate an open door policy so you can drop in and

chat or email lecturers with your questions.

If you go on a placement you will be allocated a placement tutor

who will help you set objectives, monitor your progress, and provide

further support if you need it. You will also have a personal tutor

who is available to discuss.

Career opportunities

Our ECE undergraduate degree programmes aim to develop

you into a highly qualified engineer. Combining individual

versatility with highly developed teamwork skills, you will be

equipped with comprehensive knowledge and understanding of

your subject, its underlying principles and the ability to apply

them to complex problems.

Our courses also give you the design, analytical and transferable

creative and leadership skills to exploit and play a leading role in the

dynamic and rapidly expanding technological industries.

At Brunel we have a strong tradition of placements forming an

integral part of our undergraduate courses. ECE students have been

placed at a number of high profile companies including Intel, General

Motors, BMW, Motorola, ARM, RIM, 3M, Siemens, National Grid, IBM

and Microsoft, among others. A work placement allows you to bring

your studies to life, giving you excellent professional experience and

contacts.

Recent graduates have gone on to work for prestigious companies

including the BBC, Intel, Philips, Siemens, 3M and a variety of

engineering companies.

Related degrees

Electronic and Electrical Engineering

BEng/MEng

This is a traditional and broad-based course which aims to turn

you into a well-rounded engineer with a high level of analytical and

engineering design skills. You will develop a sound knowledge of all

aspects of electronic and electrical engineering and related areas.

www.brunel.ac.uk/electelectlengin-beng

Gemma Townsend, (Electronic and Electrical Engineering BEng)

“Brunel offered a foundation course in Engineering and I thought that this would be a good route to take as it would enable me to develop the basic skills and knowledge needed to successfully complete an engineering degree. I chose Brunel over other universities because of its excellent reputation in this field, and I liked the fact that it was a campus university which gives a more homely atmosphere, and also being on the outskirts of London it was an easy commute to get home.

I lived in halls during my first and final years of university and found this very useful as it enabled me to get fully involved in University life from joining societies to being a part of sports team. It also provided easy access to facilities which came in handy for meeting deadlines and revising for exams. As I had completed a foundation course in engineering the transition onto the BEng Electronic and Electrical Engineering degree was very smooth, as I had a feel for the University and had made some friends and built meaningful relationships. Having dyslexia the support provided by the Disability and Dyslexia Service was invaluable and my Study Skills advisor has helped me to grow and develop, and I wish I could take her with me when I leave Brunel.

During the second year I

decided to apply for a variety of internship roles. I found that the application process for various companies differed, ranging from submitting a CV with a covering letter to completing lengthy competency-based application forms. I found the Placement and Careers Centre at Brunel very useful and the staff both friendly and approachable.”

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Electronic and Computer Engineering

BEng/MEng

On this course you will develop a strong theoretical grounding in the

factors that will form the future of electronic, microelectronic and

computer systems. You will also do plenty of practical work, making

use of our laboratory facilities in electronics, sensors, computer

systems, computer networks and signal processing.

www.brunel.ac.uk/electcompengin-beng

Electronic and Communications

Engineering BEng/MEng

Developed in response to the needs of industry, this degree will give

you advanced level knowledge and skills in the design of complex

electronic and communication systems. We aim for you to graduate

as a highly sought-after professional with specialist understanding

and skills in communication, and a solid knowledge of electronic

engineering as a whole.

www.brunel.ac.uk/electcommsengin-beng

Electrical Engineering with

Renewable Energy Systems

BEng/MEng

The aim of this programme is to help you become an electrical

engineer of the future, able to tackle issues associated with the

operation, planning and management of sustainable electrical

systems. You will be able to apply knowledge and skills effectively

as you find solutions for problems associated with the design,

integration and development of technology for modern electric

power and power electronic systems.

http://www.brunel.ac.uk/electrenginrenew-meng

Computer Systems Engineering

BEng/MEng

This programme is aimed at producing professional engineers with

the knowledge and understanding, intellectual and technical skills

to work and research in computer systems engineering. You will be

able to design, integrate, and develop technological solutions for the

next generation of computer engineering systems. You will develop

the problem-solving, professional development and transferable

skills required to work in computer systems engineering and related

industries.

http://www.brunel.ac.uk/compsysengin-beng

You can also opt to specialise by taking Computer Systems

Engineering (Software) BEng or Computer Systems Engineering

(Networks) BEng.

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Come and visit

The best way to get a real

feel for Brunel’s buzzing

atmosphere is to come visit

us, explore campus and meet

our staff and students.

Open days

We run regular Open Days

where you can chat with

students and lecturers

and explore the campus.

Check our website for dates

www.brunel.ac.uk/openday

Campus tours

We run Campus Tours where

our student ambassadors will

show you around campus and

answer your questions about

student life at Brunel. Check our

website for dates.

Individual visits

If you can’t make an Open

Day, feel free to contact us on

[email protected]

and we’ll happily arrange for

you to come in and chat with a

member of staff.

Getting here

Details on how to find us

are online at

www.brunel.ac.uk/directions

Useful information

Accommodation

As a first year undergraduate you’re guaranteed

a room on campus. We accommodate over 4500

students in five different complexes which creates a

fantastic live/study atmosphere.

Flats come in different sizes accommodating from 4

to 16, and 30 of our 33 halls have en-suite facilities.

The Isambard complex incorporates studio flats for

co-habiting couples. Adapted and disabled rooms

are available in the Isambard Complex, Mill Hall and

Fleming Hall.

All rooms are fully furnished with bed and bedding,

a desk, chest of drawers, wardrobe and free wifi.

Accommodation costs vary between £104.00 to

£132.50 a week (based on 2014-15 costs).

Find out more at

www.brunel.ac.uk/accommodation

or take a look at our Flickr account

www.flickr.com/photos/accom

Fees and funding

For information about fees and scholarships, go to

www.brunel.ac.uk/ugfees

Disability and

dyslexia support

We want you to make the most of life at Brunel and fulfil

your potential.

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