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Computer Engineering

Course details
  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 28 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Main Site

Course summary

Become a skilled engineer able to develop the computer systems of the future with BSc Computer Engineering at Birmingham. As our programme sits across Electronic and Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, you'll get the best of both disciplines.

Study with us and you’ll learn how to invent, implement and manage computer-based systems. From data structures and algorithms to operating systems and the internet of things, you’ll be able to choose from roles in a huge range of sectors.

With a combination of theoretical and practical learning, you’ll discover how to design and implement algorithms, understand advanced programming features and work on the Internet of Things. Begin with the fundamentals of computing so you can specialise in areas that most interest you.

You’ll build creative, technical, analytical and decision-making skills. Study in our state-of-the-art building with a Design Centre and the Makerspace practical facility. With our Integrated Design Projects, you can work alongside mechanical and civil engineers to invent, design and manage technologies and their applications. You’ll graduate with interdisciplinary experience ready to tackle engineering challenges in a variety of careers.

Modules

Visit https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/subjects/electronic-electrical-and-systems-engineering-courses/computer-engineering-bsc and scroll to the modules section

How to apply

Apply by
14 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:
HH64
Institution code:
B32
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Open days

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

A level
AAB

A level Mathematics required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D*D*

DDD* plus Distinction in all units required. BTEC Extended Diploma will be considered providing there is sufficient Mathematics content and applicant satisfactorily completes our Mathematics aptitude test.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32 points

6,6,5 at Higher Level to include Mathematics with a minimum of 32 points overall.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)

Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

Accepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section)

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Not enough data available

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

For details of the annual tuition fee for International Students please see the course web page listed in the 'course details' section above.
If you are made an offer to study by the University, the yearly tuition fee will be stated in your offer letter.

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