BEng (Hons) Electronic and Computer Engineering at University of Kent

Programme overview

The BEng in Electronic and Computer Engineering combines electronic engineering, software and advanced electronic hardware, spanning areas from robotics and AI to microcomputer technology and the Internet of Things. The course prioritises hands-on, practical learning.

Duration: 3 years full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time; variants: year in industry (Canterbury) | Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Stage 1 compulsory modules include Mathematics for Engineering, Engineering Materials and Design and Electronic Circuits. Stage 2 includes Microcomputer Technology, Electronics and Digital IC Design, and Signal Processing and Control Systems. Stage 3 includes Digital System Design, with options such as Image Analysis and Applications and Fundamentals of Cyber Security.

Career pathways

Graduates pursue roles in engineering, technology and research and development, including electronics engineer, product development engineer, robotic engineer, technical consultant, research engineer and technology entrepreneur. Previous graduates have secured roles at companies including BAE Systems, Megger, Southeastern and Rolls-Royce.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 96-112 UCAS points. A level: BBC including Mathematics at B plus one other STEM subject. BTEC Nationals: DMM in an Engineering subject including Further Maths, Further Maths for Engineering Technicians or Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems (other subjects considered case by case). IB: 28 points in the IB Diploma or 112 UCAS tariff points including Maths (not Maths Studies), Maths: Analysis and Approaches or Maths: Applications and Interpretations at HL 5, and a science subject at HL 5. Contextual offers: A level CCC including Mathematics at C plus one other STEM subject; BTEC MMM in an Engineering subject including Further Maths, Further Maths for Engineering Technicians or Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems; IB 24 points or 96 UCAS tariff points including Maths at HL 4 and a science subject at HL 4. International Foundation Programme: Not applicable (N/A). T level: T Levels are not accepted for this course (applicants taking T Levels may be considered for an integrated foundation course). Access to HE Diploma: a typical offer is the diploma in a suitable subject with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3, with 18 at Distinction and 24 at Merit. English language (international applicants): a Good level of English (B2 on the CEFR), for example IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, GCSE English Language grade 4/C or above, IB Standard Level grade 5 or above in English A: Language and Literature, or A level grade C or above in English Language or English Literature.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee from the 2027/28 fee table Source

International applicants: GBP 23,950 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee from the 2027/28 fee table Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/apply

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