Newcastle University
King’s Gate
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 7RU
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Electronics and Computer Engineering
- BEng (Hon)
- 3 Years
- Full-time
- 21/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Main Site (Newcastle)
Course summary
This degree focuses on the development of systems that involve electronic hardware and software working together, such as the microcomputers embedded in many modern products. You will develop your expertise in electrical machines and electronic communications systems, as well as computer engineering skills. This is complemented by a large individual design project to showcase your skills to future employers.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site (Newcastle)
Study options
- BEng (Hon) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 21/09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- H652
- Institution code:
- N21
- Campus name:
- Main Site (Newcastle)
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Newcastle University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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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:
- H652
- Institution code:
- N21
- Campus name:
- Main Site (Newcastle)
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - ABB
ABB including Mathematics or Further Mathematics.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Candidates will be considered for Foundation Year entry only. Please see Engineering with Foundation Year for specific entrance requirements. Candidates who also have A Level Mathematics will be considered on an individual basis.
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits
In a relevant area of engineering or physical science. To include 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 credits should be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. At least 15 level 3 credits should be in mathematics at Distinction (including differential and integral calculus). Other units should include analytical engineering sciences (e.g. mechanical or electrical science/principles, physics, chemistry, materials science, electronics).
Scottish Higher - Not accepted
Scottish Advanced Higher - ABB
ABB at Advanced Higher including Mathematics. Two Highers at the required grade (in different subjects to those offered at Advanced Higher) may replace a third Advanced Higher.
Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
32 points with Mathematics at Higher Level grade 5.
Extended Project
We welcome applications from students offering an Extended Project and value the skills of research and independent learning that it is designed to develop. If you offer an Extended Project, it will be taken into account as part of your application profile, but we will not usually include it in offer conditions for this degree programme.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Candidates will normally only be considered for foundation year entry. Applications will be considered on an individual basis.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, M2, M2
D3, M2, M2 in Principal Subjects including Mathematics.
T Level
Candidates will be considered for Foundation Year entry on a case-by-case basis. Please see Engineering with Foundation Year for specific entrance requirements.
English language requirements
English Language Requirements https://www.ncl.ac.uk/international/language/#overview
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted 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.
- Data from:
- This course and 16 other computer science courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- A*AA
- Highest grades
- CCC
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
This course has a required grade that may not be listed in the data. Check the entry requirements for the full qualification requirements.
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Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
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
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