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Loughborough University MEng (Hons) Computer and Electronic Engineering
Loughborough University

Loughborough University

MEng (Hons) Computer and Electronic Engineering

Loughborough, United Kingdom

Master degree

English

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About : The MEng (Hons) Computer and Electronic Engineering program offers students a comprehensive education that integrates computer systems and electronics. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills through hands-on projects, preparing students for various challenges in the field. It's designed to develop problem-solving skills and critical thinking, essential for modern engineering roles.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue careers in industries such as software development, telecommunications, robotics, and electronics manufacturing. Potential roles include software engineer, systems engineer, and project manager, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of the degree. The program equips students to thrive in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Computer and Electronic Engineering teaches you to combine digital electronics, microprocessors and software to develop and enable the potential of embedded computer systems.

Embedded systems include mobile phones, game consoles, car engine management systems, traffic lights, and wireless routers, to name a few.

PCs and traditional desktop computers are designed for multiple tasks, whereas embedded computer systems often have a dedicated function or purpose. This tends to be within a larger electromechanical system and is often small, rugged and low power.

They use microprocessors and microcontrollers and link to sensors and sensor systems. Computer and electronic engineers define the hardware, firmware, and software that enable and are within these embedded computer systems.

The theory of digital electronics and electrical engineering underpins the course. This is complimented with subjects such as computer architecture and design, programming and embedded software engineering, field-programmable gate arrays (FGPA) design, digital interfacing and development, and control and management theory.

All computers and embedded systems are subject to Moore’s Law; they are increasing in capability yearly, increasing the opportunity for application management and control.