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Electronic Engineering and Computer Science - BEng (Hons)

Aston University, Birmingham

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Aston University, Birmingham

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


Complemented by engineering expertise, you will gain the knowledge to be able to design and create technologies that power the modern world.


Course outline

Our professionally-accredited BEng Electronic Engineering and Computer Science degree will prepare you for a successful career in a diverse and in-demand sector. This programme offers a unique blend of electrical engineering and computer science, creating a powerful synergy that is shaping the future of industries. This combination enables you to develop cutting-edge solutions that bridge the gap between hardware and software, revolutionising the way we live, work, and interact.The academic quality of this course is showcased by being accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) helping you on your journey to become a chartered professional.


Key benefits

- Professionally accredited – Accredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET)- Supported for success – Ranked 5th in the UK for ‘continuation’ (Electrical and Electronic Engineering Complete University Guide, 2025)- Power up your future – Develop the skills employers around the globe look for. Gain an edge in a fast-changing world and thrive in your career with Aston Power Skills.- Gold standard teaching – Aston University was awarded Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023)- Investing in you - Ranked 3rd in the UK for ‘spend per student’ (Electrical and Electronic Engineering Guardian, 2025)- Earn more – Our graduates are among the highest paid in the country, earning on average £38,700 five years after graduating (Engineering Longitudinal Education Outcomes, 2024)- Here for you - 97% of students felt positive about the academic support they received (Electrical and Electronic Engineering National Student Survey, 2024)- World class facilities – Including access to Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies, one of the world’s leading photonic research centres.- Excellent prospects - Ranked 8th in the UK for ‘graduate prospects – on track’ (Computer Science Complete University Guide, 2025)- Highly ranked - Ranked 12th overall in the UK for Computer Science and Information Systems (Guardian, 2025)


Where can this degree take me?

The transferable skills that our electrical engineering and computer science programmes provide mean that our graduates are successful in finding employment in a wide range of roles such as:- Software engineer- Electrical engineer- Controls engineer- Graduate technical consultant- Security analyst- Junior applications engineer- Web developer- Graduate electrical and transport engineerOur graduates have gone on to work at companies such as Microsoft, Royal Air Force (RAF), Atkins, Thames Water, Babcock, Amazon, Deloitte, and Vodafone.


Professional accreditation

This programme is accredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET). As part of the standard process, it is currently undergoing re-accreditation, with confirmation expected before September 2025.Accreditation is on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partly meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 21,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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University information

Aston University, Birmingham

Aston University, Birmingham

  • University League Table

    52nd

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Aston Street, Birmingham, Birmingham, B4 7ET, United Kingdom

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Aston Power Skills: embedded in every undergraduate degree. You’ll develop the four Power Skills that global employers are looking for.
Guaranteed internships with every master’s degree.
Award-winning careers support: opportunities for placements, work experience, or job-focused modules to help you succeed.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    40th out of 118 3

    31st out of 71 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    125 55%

    45th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    83.0 83%

    36th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.04 76%

    69th

    4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 221
    131 59%

    29th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    86.0 86%

    21st

    12

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.80 70%

    68th

    11

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