MSc Embedded Systems

Introduction

Embedded System technology is underlying the ever more capable electronic and computing systems that we use in our daily lives, ranging from cars and mobile telephones to washing machines and aeroplanes. This major growth area has a large and increasing demand from industry for engineers and computer scientists who possess in-depth expertise in embedded systems.

This course meets that demand by equipping graduates with advanced knowledge and skills that enable them to work on all aspects of this area. Students develop practical skills in the design, programming and interfacing of embedded processors, as well as an understanding of current applications, technological trends and their potential impact on systems of the future.

The School has established a leading international reputation for its research in this field, maintains state-of-the-art embedded systems laboratories and has close direct links to leading international companies that drive embedded systems technology and design. This combination of expertise, industrial linkage and state-of-the-art platforms enables the School to offer students instruction in a wide range of state-of-the-art topics including (but not restricted to) hardware/software co-design, advanced embedded systems design, systems integration and design, middleware, networking, human computer interfaces, embedded agents and the embedded internet.

The degree is delivered by a team of internationally-recognised researchers and embedded systems engineers, with expertise spanning the core aspects of embedded systems design and technology and direct contributions to many millions of today’s embedded systems such as cars, mobile telephones and many others.

Structure of the Scheme

The course consists of eight taught modules plus an individual project and associated dissertation. It is taught over 12 months (full-time) or 24 months (part-time).

Further Course Details

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MSc Industry-based Project and Dissertation

With the School's approval, a student may take the MSc Industry-based Project and Dissertation (CE911-7-SU) as an alternative to CE901-7-SU. This is designed to cater for students who are either taking the MSc whilst in employment, or who have secured industrial sponsorship in connection with their studies.

Preparation

A good introductory book for students on this scheme is:

Li, Qing and Yao, Caroline, Real-Time Concepts for Embedded Systems, CMP Books, 1st edition; 2003

A good knowledge of C or C++ is essential to students on this degree scheme. A website designed to help people learn or practice C or C++ can be found at: http://www.cprogramming.com/.