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Open University BSc (Honours) in Computing with Electronic Engineering
Open University

BSc (Honours) in Computing with Electronic Engineering

Online United Kingdom

6 up to 16 Years

English

Part time

13 Mar 2025

Apr 2025

GBP 21,816 *

Distance Learning

* total cost; part-time at a rate of 60 credits is £3,636 per year

Key Summary

    About: The BSc (Honours) in Computing with Electronic Engineering integrates computing principles with electronic engineering. This program focuses on practical skills, covering topics like programming, systems design, and circuit analysis. Students engage with modern technologies and develop both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, preparing them for industry challenges.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in various fields, such as software development, systems engineering, and electronics design. Possible roles include software engineer, systems analyst, and electronics technician, allowing for a wide range of opportunities in tech and engineering sectors.

Introduction

Smart devices are now omnipresent; computing, electronics and telecommunications are integral to our everyday lives. This combined degree develops your understanding of computing and electronic engineering, emphasising practical knowledge and skills required by industry. It considers digital technologies, programming, networking, manufacturing methods related to product design, environmental sustainability, and the legal requirements to promote good practice.

Gain a sound grasp of the principles of hardware-based, software-based, or systems-based technologies. Developing computing skills alongside knowledge of electronics opens up exciting career opportunities. You will be able to apply your knowledge and skills in various industries and organisations. It also incorporates transferable skills applicable to professional development in the field.

Key features

  • Practice electronics using our state-of-the-art multi-award-winning OpenSTEM Labs.
  • Develop your programming and other computing skills.
  • Choose from four focus options within the computing strand.
  • Develop transferable skills applicable to both computing and engineering professions.

Accessibility

Our qualifications are as accessible as possible, and we have a comprehensive range of support services. Our BSc (Honours) Computing with Electronic Engineering uses a variety of study materials and includes the following elements:

  • Online study - most modules are online; some have a mix of printed and online material. Online learning resources could include websites, audio/video, and interactive activities
  • Pre-determined schedules - we will help you to develop your time-management skills
  • Assessment in the form of short-answer questions, essays, and examinations
  • Feedback - continuous assessment includes feedback from your tutor and using this to improve your performance
  • Using and producing diagrams and screenshots
  • Finding external/third-party material online
  • Accessing online catalogues and databases
  • Specialist software
  • Mathematical and scientific expressions, notations and associated techniques
  • Online tutorials
  • Group-work
  • Practical work
  • Residential school

How long it takes

  • Part-time study - 6 years
  • Time limit - 16 years
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