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MSc Computer Engineering

The University of Essex is proud to launch the first MSc in Computer Engineering in UK. Computer engineering is a field of study that encompasses the fundamental principles, methods, and modern tools for the design and implementation of advanced computing systems. Advances in technology mean that smaller and higher-performance computer systems permeating into a wide range of applications, from communication systems to consumer products and common household appliances.

Our MSc in Computer Engineering course provides a balanced perspective of both hardware and software elements of computing systems, and their relative design trade-offs and applications. It will build on your knowledge in mathematics, science, and engineering to ensure you have a sound knowledge foundation. Laboratory experiences will enable you to understand experimental design and simulation techniques.

Our School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering is internationally leading school in the fields of computer engineering. Students joining this course will have access to unique computer engineering platforms including the intelligent Flat (iSpace), the Robotics Arena and the networked intelligent campus (iCampus) in addition to advanced networking and multimedia labs.

Graduates of this course will study hardware-software integration, advanced embedded systems design, advanced distributed computer systems, advanced programming and data bases and advanced networks and communication systems. The course has a strong application focus where students will have the chance to apply their knowledge in various computer engineering domains including computer games, embedded and hardware systems, robotics and intelligent industrial systems and control, mobile applications, video coding, networking and communications.

Upon graduation from this course, the student will be highly trained in the area computer engineering and its applications. This will open wide employment opportunities for the graduate in the following areas:

  • In heavy industries (like oil industries, steel industries, chemical industries , water treatment, car industries, etc) aiming to develop advanced computer systems and control.

  • In hardware companies to design and develop microprocessors, personal computers, and supercomputers.

  • In communication and mobile phone companies aiming to design advanced computer systems for communications systems.

  • In large computer and microelectronics companies to write software and firmware for embedded microcontrollers, designing VLSI chips, designing analog sensors, designing mixed signal circuit boards, and designing operating systems.

  • In embedded system companies aiming to develop advanced computer systems, and mobile applications and phones

  • In banks and businesses aiming to design intelligent distributed systems to serve their various operations.

  • In computer games companies aiming to design advanced computer games.

The Course will be composed of the following modules:

Together with two of the following optional modules:

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.

 

 

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