Course description
This five-year MEng course will develop your engineering skills in computer software and hardware. The key difference between this and a computer science degree is the focus on engineering systems: electromechanical design, robotics and computer programming for embedded systems. You’ll also carry out an industrial placement to enhance your employability.
Modules are informed by our world-leading research and designed with input from our industry partners, so you’ll have the best start for your career. You’ll use industry-standard equipment and learn about state-of-the-art applications in infrastructure, medicine and aviation.
Our courses share a common first year. You’ll study subjects that are fundamental to computer systems such as mathematics, computing, control, electronics, software and embedded systems.
In the first year, you’ll learn how to control robotic systems and you will work as part of a team to design, analyse and test robots, autonomous vehicles and other complex electro-mechanical systems.
In your second year, core modules cover subjects such as programming (including C++, Python and Java), mathematics and data modelling, signals, systems and communications.
You’ll apply your skills to a practical project, where you’ll design a system using 3D CAD tools. You’ll then build the system in our iForge makerspace. This innovative facility gives you access to 3D printers, laser cutters and more.
In your third year, specialist modules cover topics ranging from intelligent systems, machine learning and digital signal processing to system design and cybersecurity. You can tailor your degree to suit your interests with optional modules.
Your fourth year will be spent on your industry placement. This will put your academic study into context, as you gain work experience and improve your employability prospects.
The highlight of your final year is an advanced project. Working individually with one of our world-leading academics, you’ll deepen your technical knowledge and develop your expertise in a range of engineering techniques and skills such as project management and communication. You’ll also study real-time embedded systems while choosing from advanced topics such as deep learning, agent-based modelling and multi-agent systems and cybersecurity.
Other options for you:
- You can choose to study a year abroad.
The content of this course is under review and there might be some changes before you start. We’ll publish an up-to-date course description soon.
This course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), the Institute of Measurement and Control and the Engineering Council UK.
Modules
A selection of modules are available each year – some examples are below. There may be changes before you start your course.
- Digital and Embedded Systems
- Group Control Project and Professional Skills
- Introduction to Systems Engineering & Software
- Systems Engineering Mathematics I
- Modelling, Analysis and Control
- Physical Systems
- Introduction to Electric and Electronic Circuits
- Global Engineering Challenge Week
The content of our courses is reviewed annually to make sure it’s up-to-date and relevant. Individual modules are occasionally updated or withdrawn. This is in response to discoveries through our world-leading research; funding changes; professional accreditation requirements; student or employer feedback; outcomes of reviews; and variations in staff or student numbers. In the event of any change we’ll consult and inform students in good time and take reasonable steps to minimise disruption. We are no longer offering unrestricted module choice. If your course included unrestricted modules, your department will provide a list of modules from their own and other subject areas that you can choose from.
Entry requirements
The A Level entry requirements for this course are:
AAA
including Maths and a science
A Levels + additional qualifications AAB, including Maths and a science + A in a relevant EPQ; AAB, including Maths and a science + A in AS or B in A Level Further Maths
International Baccalaureate 36, with 6 in Higher Level Maths and a science
BTEC Extended Diploma DDD in Engineering or Applied Science + A in A Level Maths
BTEC Diploma DD in Engineering or Applied Science + A in A Level Maths
Scottish Highers + 2 Advanced Highers AAAAB + AA in Maths and a science
Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels A + AA in Maths and a science
Access to HE Diploma Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 39 at Distinction (to include Maths and Science/Engineering), and 6 at Merit
Other requirements
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Physics is preferred as the science subject, but we also accept a range of science related subjects, including Computer Science, Chemistry, Biology (or Human Biology), Electronics, Engineering, Technology and Further Maths
English language requirements |
You must demonstrate that your English is good enough for you to successfully complete your course. For this course we require: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C; IELTS grade of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component; or an alternative acceptable English language qualification
Pathway programme for international students
If you’re an international student who does not meet the entry requirements for this course, you have the opportunity to apply for an International Foundation Year in Science and Engineering at the University of Sheffield International College. This course is designed to develop your English language and academic skills. Upon successful completion, you can progress to degree level study at the University of Sheffield.
Fees
£9,250
Home students2022 annual tuition fee
£25,670
Overseas students2022 annual tuition fee
key dates
September start
Monday 29 August 2022
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Last date to request a deferral to September 2023 entry. You can request a deferral via your online application. We’re not able to consider deferral requests for applications to courses using our staged admissions process.
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Friday 9 September 2022 (17:00 British Summer Time)
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Applications close for September 2022 entry
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Monday 17 October 2022
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Last date to register for most courses
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