Computing with Electronic Engineering (W92)

This diploma develops your skills in and understanding of computing and electronics, two areas that underpin many aspects of our daily lives. You’ll explore hardware, software, and systems, while gaining a solid grounding in electronics principles, engineering mathematics and frameworks, and technology applications. Alongside technical skills, you’ll develop problem-solving, analytical thinking, and professional competencies that prepare you for modern technology roles. This qualification provides a strong foundation for further study in computing, electronic engineering, or related disciplines, and equips you for careers where digital and electronic technologies intersect.

Key features of the course

• Practice electronics using our remote laboratory

• Develop programming and other computing skills

• Choose from four focus options within the computing strand

• Develop transferable skills applicable to both computing and engineering professions

Course Modules

This computing with electronic engineering diploma has two stages, each comprising 120 credits.

Stage 1: You’ll study two 30-credit fundamental computing modules and two 30-credit core engineering modules, gaining the foundational knowledge and skills for further computing and engineering study.

Stage 2: There are four computing and IT focus areas to choose from: communications and networking, computer science, software development and web development – you'll study two 30-credit modules from the focus area you choose, plus one further 30-credit computing module. You'll also study a 30-credit module providing an introduction to the wide application of electronic engineering.