Overview

Our course in Computer Systems Engineering at the University of Essex gives you a thorough introduction to computer science before focussing on systems engineering.

Your future

Demand for computer scientists and engineers is high; the IT and engineering sectors are growing at a rate that outstrips the supply of fresh talent.

We have many graduates in senior positions in the computer communications industry, as well recent graduates working in IT and computer companies. Many occupy positions in the retail and services sectors, where computer expertise is in high demand, particularly in developing and managing computer servers and communications networks.

Our department has a large pool of external contacts, ranging from companies providing robots for the media industry, through vehicle diagnostics, to virtualisation of networks, and network security, who work with us and our students to help provide advice, placements and eventually graduate opportunities. Our recent graduates have gone on to work for a wide range of high-profile companies including:

Royal Bank of Scotland

Accenture

Google

Force India F1

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Team Project Challenge

Mathematics for Computing

Programming with C

Object-Oriented Programming

Digital Electronic Systems

Digital Systems

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Colchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Industrial & Systems Engineering Computer Sciences View 53 other Bachelors in Industrial & Systems Engineering in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

GCSE: Mathematics C/4

A-levels: ABB

BTEC: DDD

IB: 32 points or three Higher Level certificates with 655. Either must include Standard Level Mathematics grade 4, or a minimum of 3 in Higher Level Mathematics.

Maths in the IB is not required if you have already achieved GCSE Maths at grade C/4 or above or 4 in IB Middle Years Maths.

We are also happy to consider a combination of separate IB Diploma Programme Courses (formerly certificates) at both Higher and Standard Level.

We can also consider combinations with BTECs or other qualifications in the Career-related programme – the acceptability of BTECs and other qualifications depends on the subject studied, advice on acceptability can be provided.

Access to HE Diploma: 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 30 level 3 credits at Merit

We also consider T-levels.

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

23850 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 23850 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

9535 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9535 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Colchester

660 - 1140 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

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Campus Location

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Colchester

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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