Computer Systems and Communications
MEng

• Course summary and entry requirements

  Course duration

  Full-time: 4 years
  

  Part-time: 8 years
  

  UCAS code MEng I3H6

  About the course

  Computers have moved beyond the mainframe and desktop to become devices that integrate and support everyday human and business activities. This course gives students the skills to design the infrastructure which will become the backbone of this new and fluid computing environment.

  Typical entry requirements

  The entry requirements listed here are for students starting their course in 2014. Entry requirements for students thinking about starting a course in 2013 can be found in the online prospectus. Individual offers may vary

  A-levels:
  AAB. Must include a science or maths subject to at least AS-level.

  BTEC
  DDD.

  International Baccalaureate:
  36 points.

  Access to HE Diploma
  pass (at least 45 credits at level 3), with 30 credits at merit or distinction. Level 3 units in computing required.

  GCSE (minimum grade C) or Access Equivalent
  at least three subjects including English language and mathematics or a science.

  Foundation degree/HND
  may enable you to start the course in year 2.

  For non-native speakers of English:
  IELTS 6.5 overall, with 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in the other elements.

• Course content

  Course structure

  The course is taught through lectures, tutorials and laboratory-based assignments. Practical work in the laboratories will feature strongly in order to build the solid programming and problem-solving skills necessary for employability. Essential transferrable skills such as communication, self-management and team management are incorporated at all levels. Options in the final year will allow you to find the balance between technology and management you want.

  An optional work placement year and a final project are integral parts of the course enabling you to gain valuable work experience and to develop a personal idea that brings together skills and knowledge accumulated throughout the course.

  The course is based around several themes:
  - programming languages and embedded architecture
  - digital electronics
  - networks and communications
  - engineering design and management
  - object-oriented software design and implementation
  - operating Systems and client-server computing
  - network management and security.
  

• Fees and costs

  The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2013-14. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study and may be subject to small increases, in line with inflation.

  The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take.

  What's included in the fee?

  When costs such as health or criminal record checks, field trips or use of specialist materials are incurred as a mandatory requirement of the course they are included in your tuition fee.

  You may incur additional costs depending on the optional modules or activities you choose. The cost of optional activities is not included in your tuition fee and you will need to meet this cost in addition to your fees. Before you apply please check with the school that provides your course using the contact details on the left of this page for advice about what is included and what optional costs you could face so you can budget accordingly.

  Our website www.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.

  MEng Computer Systems with Communications	[J4CA001]
  UK/EU (Full Time)	9,000 GBP
  Island Students (Full Time)	9,000 GBP
  International (Full Time)	12,900 GBP

• Location

  Location Moulsecoomb

  Located to the north of Brighton city centre, the Moulsecoomb campus offers students an excellent learning environment and a wide range of facilities. It is the largest of our five campuses with over 8,000 students.

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  Living in Brighton

  Brighton’s rich mix of historic architecture, lively arts scene, varied shopping and cosmopolitan community make it a vibrant, enjoyable place to live. It is no wonder that many Brighton graduates choose to stay here.

  Social scene

  Alongside the traditional seaside attractions, Brighton is famed for its exciting social scene with a wide choice of pubs, clubs and restaurants.

  

  Arts

  The highlight of the city’s cultural year is the Brighton Festival. The event is held each May and is England’s biggest arts festival, which showcases arts and performance from around the world. Brighton is also home to the UK’s oldest working cinema, the Duke of York’s, which shows alternative and mainstream films. The city is also well known for its exciting music scene and hosts The Great Escape music festival.

  

  Sports

  Whether you take your sport seriously or just want to keep fit, Brighton offers all kinds of sports opportunities and facilities, on and off campus. You can also make the most of the location, and play volleyball, basketball and windsurfing down by the beach. The seafront is also the finishing point for the famous London – Brighton bicycle ride and the quirky veteran car run.

  

• Career opportunities

  Graduates of this course will be able to move on to careers in the broad range of computer science industries with emphasis on the communication and network fields.

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