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Become a skilled engineer able to develop the computer systems of the future with BSc Computer Engineering at Birmingham. As our programme sits across Electronic and Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, you'll get the best of both disciplines.
Study with us and you’ll learn how to invent, implement and manage computer-based systems. From data structures and algorithms to operating systems and the internet of things, you’ll be able to choose from roles in a huge range of sectors.
Gain strong theoretical and practical skills in Engineering and Computing with our degree programme at Birmingham. You'll collaborate with academics who are global experts in their field, preparing you for a fascinating career in industry.
In the first year we'll introduce you to the core hardware and software focussed topics such as Artificial Intelligence and Object Oriented Programming.
Our flagship Integrated Design Project modules run throughout Years 1 to 3 of your degree in which you will work alongside other Engineers to develop designs for technologies with impact in the world.
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Birmingham is ranked 80th in the QS World University Rankings 2025, maintaining our position in the top 100 universities globally and placing us 12th amongst UK universities.
Put theory into practice with our Integrated Design Projects, running across your three years of study.
With a combination of theoretical and practical learning, you’ll discover how to design and implement algorithms, understand advanced programming features and work on the Internet of Things. Begin with the fundamentals of computing so you can specialise in areas that most interest you.
You’ll build creative, technical, analytical and decision-making skills. Study in our state-of-the-art building with a Design Centre and the Makerspace practical facility.
With our Integrated Design Projects, you can work alongside mechanical and civil engineers to invent, design and manage technologies and their applications.
You’ll graduate with interdisciplinary experience ready to tackle engineering challenges in a variety of careers.
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Many of our staff are world-leading researchers and teachers, which will give you direct insight into the subject. Our research interests impact on both what, and how, we teach you, so you can be sure that if you come to Birmingham the content you'll be studying will be up to date.
You'll study in our state-of-the-art School of Engineering building featuring a Design Centre, drop-in study spaces and a Makerspace facilitating modern flexible learning.
We also have our own Welfare Tutor/Wellbeing Officer who is able to provide practical and emotional support if you are experiencing personal problems that interfere with your academic work.
You'll receive plenty of feedback to help you progress, ranging from written feedback on your assessments to class feedback sessions and discussions with your tutor. The feedback will highlight the positives of your work as well as any areas that need more attention.
You'll be assigned a personal tutor who'll remain with you throughout your studies to help you in three important areas: supporting your academic progress, developing transferable skills and dealing with any welfare issues.
You'll also need to undertake a considerable amount of self study. It's an essential part of the programme, which requires self motivation and enthusiasm for your subject. It also allows you to pursue your own lines of enquiry and become an independent thinker.
The modules listed for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods. The optional module information listed for this programme is intended to be indicative, and the availability of optional modules may vary from year to year. Where a module is no longer available, we will let you know as soon as we can and help you to make other choices.
In your first two years, you'll study seven core modules for a total of 120 credits each year.
During your final year, you'll undertake four core modules (80 credits) and 40 credits of optional modules.
You'll have the opportunity to tailor your study towards your interests through individual projects.
Module Title | Credits | Semester |
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Object Oriented Programming | 20 | Semester 1 |
Artificial Intelligence 1 | 20 | Semester 2 |
Data Structure & Algorithms | 20 | Semester 2 |
Electrical Engineering 1 | 20 | Semester 2 |
Integrated Design Project 1A | 10 | Semester 1 |
Introduction to Computing for Engineers | 10 | Semester 1 |
Mathematics for Applied Computing | 20 | Semester 1 |
To secure a place at Birmingham, you'll need to meet our general entry requirements as well as those specific to your course.
AAB to include A-level Mathematics.
6,6,5 at Higher Level (including Mathematics) with 32 points overall.
BTEC options considered. See below for details.
Number of A-levels required: 3.
Required subjects and grades: A level Mathematics.
If you have an alternative qualification to A-level mathematics the Admissions Tutor may wish to assess your mathematical ability during the application process. This will be via a Mathematics Aptitude test.
General Studies not normally accepted as one of the three A levels, but a good performance may be taken into account if you fail to meet the conditions of an offer marginally.
BTEC Extended Diploma will be considered for BEng programmes providing there is sufficient Mathematics content and applicant satisfactorily completes our Mathematics Aptitude test.
Grades: BEng; D*D*D* plus Distinction in mathematics and further mathematics, and you must successfully complete our mathematics aptitude test at required level.
BTEC Diploma considered in combination with A-levels.
Grades: BEng; D*D* plus B. If the A-level taken is not in Mathematics, then the BTEC Diploma must include Maths and Further Maths units, and you must successfully complete our mathematics aptitude test at the required level.
BTEC Subsidiary Diploma considered in combination with 2 A-levels.
Grades: BEng; D*plus A B. If A level Mathematics is not taken, then the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma must include Maths and Further Maths units, and you must successfully complete our mathematics aptitude test at the required level.
Would you like to study this course but lack the entry qualifications? You can consider a Foundation Year programme which can lead to entry onto one of our courses. Learn more:
If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification.
Students who are eligible and complete a Pathways to Birmingham programme will receive an alternative offer, which is typically two grades below the standard offer. For more information, please contact outreach@contacts.bham.ac.uk.
Our Contextual Offer scheme recognises the potential of students whose personal circumstances may have restricted achievement in school or college. If you are eligible to benefit from the Contextual Offer scheme, you will receive an offer which is one grade lower than the standard offer. You don’t need to apply for this – it will be assessed and applied at the point of application if you’re eligible.
BBB to include Maths or Further Maths.
ABB to include Maths or Further Maths.
The University tuition fee covers the cost of your tuition, examination and graduation, and includes membership of the Guild of Students.
The University will charge the maximum approved tuition fee per year. If your offer is for 2025 year of entry, we expect that the tuition fee for your first year of study will be £9,535 for UK students. If Parliament agrees on an increase in tuition fees, the University will increase fees for each year of study normally in line with these changes and will communicate any change in the fees to you without delay. If you are applying for 2026 year of entry, you will be advised of the annual tuition fee closer to the time.
per year for domestic (UK) students for 2025/26
To help with the cost of studies, undergraduate students from the UK can apply for student finance through the Student Loans Company. The support available is made up of a tuition fee loan and a maintenance loan which helps to cover living costs.
At Birmingham, we believe that financial worries should not be a barrier to accessing higher education. That’s why we offer a range of additional financial support for students through scholarships, bursaries and other awards.
We offer a range of scholarships which are exclusive to our programmes.
Whatever your journey to university looks like, we’re here to support you every step of the way. For all undergraduate courses at Birmingham, you apply online through UCAS. The UCAS website has lots of information and advice around the process.
The UCAS code for this course is HH64.
View further information on how to apply for undergraduate courses, including advice for UK and overseas applicants.
Application deadline for September 2025 entry. Applications close at 18:00 GMT.
We don't know much about the future, other than the technologies and systems we'll use won't be the same as they are today. Our programme will help you explore what exactly the future might be, giving you the creative, professional and technical skills to lead change and innovation.
A placement in industry might also give you that extra push, giving you the opportunity to build skills and confidence in the workplace.
The School of Engineering Employability Network (SEEN), led by our Industrial Liaison Officer, will provide you with advice and skills training you'll need for career support, or for a potential placement.
Upon graduating, you might begin a career with Airbus, IBM, Jaguar Land Rover, or Siemens.
You might become an analyst, automotive interface developer, lead software engineer, automotive reader manager, or project control engineer.
Interested in some real industry experience? You can secure a year-long placement with companies such as IBM, Jaguar Land Rover, BMW, Renesas, Cadence Design Systems, and Rolls Royce.
When looking at graduates it is highly important that they are engaged and connected with the working environment and are, for example, aware of the tools that are applied as part of their chosen profession. The University of Birmingham prepares its students with practical hands-on sessions bridging the gulf between academia and industry very well, which in turn is very helpful to the individual candidate.
Our aim is to make sure that success in your studies leads you on to a fulfilling career. Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network offer support to help you identify your options, develop your skills and gain access to opportunities that propel you towards your career goal.
Hear from some of our inspiring alumni who have gone on to work for leading employers such as the UK Space Agency and BBC Sport.
Your experience studying at Birmingham will give you the opportunity to discover new experiences, develop different skills and make friends for life.
Our bustling campus with its beautiful grounds, friendly community, and excellent facilities will quickly make you feel at home. We offer you a huge variety of accommodation options in the UK’s second city, exciting activities to get involved in outside your studies, as well as all the support and advice you need.
Coming to Birmingham to study might be your first time living away from home. In our student accommodation, you can enjoy your independence in safe, welcoming and sociable surroundings.
Our cosmopolitan city has a unique history and so much to see and do. With an ever-changing food and drink scene, a vibrant nightlife and plenty of culture, our city is more than somewhere to study.
Whoever you are and wherever you come from, we are committed to providing the best possible support to our students, both before you start and throughout your time on campus.
Our beautiful campus is the place where our diverse community comes together to learn and socialise. Like a town of its own, it’s just minutes from the hustle and bustle of the UK’s second city.
Explore our beautiful campus from wherever you are. Get a feel for the wide range of historic and modern spaces and state-of-the-art facilities.