Electronic Engineering and Computer Science BEng (Hons)
Aston University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 25 graduates of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science BEng (Hons) and other courses in Electrical And Electronic Engineering at Aston University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Electrical And Electronic Engineering.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Electrical And Electronic Engineering
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Electrical And Electronic Engineering at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £30000 | £33000 | £38500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £27000 - £31500 | £24000 - £40000 | £34500 - £46000 |
All Electrical And Electronic Engineering courses of Aston University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Electrical And Electronic Engineering
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £30320 | £28299 | £32887 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £25340 - £35894 | £21076 - £36506 | £24545 - £43962 |
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Course Description
Our BEng Electronic Engineering & Computer Science course is offered as either a three or four year course with integrated placement year. We will provide you with a solid grounding in software engineering and computing systems which will be complemented by engineering expertise in digital electronics and telecommunications. The emphasis is on gaining a specialist and extremely valuable set of skills that form a bridge between the hardware and software expert.
Computer systems have a dramatic impact on the way we live and work, with new technology developing every week. Modern digital electronics, computing systems and desirable gadgets are pervasive in commerce, industry and the home. They form one of the most rapidly changing and influential technologies in modern society.
To gain the competitive edge over its global rivals British industry and commerce needs trained computer systems engineers with skills in both hardware and software who can assess, contribute to, harness and influence the growth of information technology. The course aims to meet this challenge by expanding the breadth and depth of our students’ knowledge in electronics, internet technology, computing, digital systems and software design and by encouraging the development of essential professional skills.
Key course benefits:
- Accredited by both the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) ofand BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT
- Our Electronic Engineering and Computer Science course achieved 90% student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2022)
- Association with the Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies
- Our placement year offers you the opportunity to gain valuable experience and set your studies in the context of a working environment, designed to boost your future employment prospects
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science BEng (Hons) at Aston University
| 55% | Teaching Professionals |
| 20% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 10% | Elementary occupations |
| 10% | Skilled trades occupations |
| 10% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
Access to HE Diploma
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 5.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Electronic Engineering and Computer Science BEng (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £21100 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
For Sandwich courses the placement fee is £1250 for Home/UK students and £2,500 for International students.
* Please note that the tuition fees stated are for 2024 entry
***The United Kingdom government has confirmed that European Union (EU), other European Economic Area (EEA) and Swiss nationals commencing academic courses in England from August 2021 will no longer be eligible for home fee status. ^^Tuition fees for students are reviewed annually and may increase in subsequent years in line with inflation linked to the Retail Price Index (RPI) to take account of the University’s increased costs of delivering the Programme. Any such increase shall always be in accordance with the law.
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
August 1, 2026
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
UCAS application code:
GH46
University Rankings
of Aston University
among 379 universities in England UK
based on 31 different rankings
Positions of Aston University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Aston University in related subject specific rankings.
Engineering
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- #28
- #669
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- Engineering
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2024]
See all 31 university rankings of Aston University
About Aston University
Aston University was established in 1895 in Birmingham, England. With students from over 120 countries, Aston University is proud to call itself a safe and welcoming campus for international students. As a publicly funded research university, students enrolled on all courses enjoy access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, including robotics labs and laser cutting workshops. With a strong academic reputation around the world, applicants can expect to graduate as formidable experts in their chosen fields.
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Student composition of Aston University
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Total number of students enrolled at Aston University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 12005
- postgraduates:
- 2785
- Total:
- 14790
Where is this programme taught
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Similar courses
| Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) |  UCAS Tariff |
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Electronic and Electrical Engineering BEng (Hons) | University of Huddersfield | 72% | 20% | 10% | £9250 | £17600 | 125 | Huddersfield |
On campus
Full-time
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Electronic Engineering and Computer Science BEng (Hons) | Aston University | 97% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £21100 | - | Birmingham |
On campus
Full-time
Sandwich
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Electronic Engineering (including placement year) BEng (Hons) | University of Essex | - | 0% | 15% | £9250 | £22750 | - | Colchester |
On campus
Full-time
Sandwich
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Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons) | Ulster University | 94% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £16320 | 131 | Coleraine |
On campus
Full-time
Sandwich
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Electrical & Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons) | University of West London | 83% | 15% | 0% | £9250 | £16250 | 121 | Ealing |
On campus
Full-time
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Electrical Power Engineering (Direct Entry) BEng (Hons) | Glasgow Caledonian University | 91% | 10% | 9% | £9250 £9250 | £14500 £15200 | - | Glasgow |
On campus
Full-time
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Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons) | Heriot-Watt University | 67% | 5% | 5% | £9250 | £24048 | 187 | Edinburgh |
On campus
Full-time
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Electronic and Computer Engineering with a Year Abroad BEng (Hons) | The University of Nottingham | - | 0% | 7% | £9250 | £28600 | - | Nottingham |
On campus
Full-time
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Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons) | Royal Holloway, University of London | - | 10% | 5% | £9250 | £25200 | 107 | Egham |
On campus
Full-time
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Electronic Engineering (Including Year Abroad) BEng (Hons) | University of Essex | - | 0% | 15% | £9250 | £22750 | - | Colchester |
On campus
Full-time
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FAQ about Electronic Engineering and Computer Science BEng (Hons) Aston University
- Tuition fees for this programme are 9250 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- The median salary of graduates of this course was £32800 15 months after graduation, £33000 3 years after graduation and £38500 after graduation.
- Teaching Professionals (55%), Science, engineering and technology associate professionals (20%), Elementary occupations (10%), Skilled trades occupations (10%)
- 25 graduates rated the course 97. This means that 97% of graduates indicated that they were satisfied or very satisfied with the course. See detailed ratings above and how these compare to the averages at other universities.
- Aston University achieved the highest ranking for Engineering. It is ranked #669 in (Engineering). See all subject rankings for Aston University.
- Electronic Engineering and Computer Science BEng (Hons) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at Aston University.
- It is moderately difficult to get accepted into this course. The average UCAS tariff score of this course is 153 which is among the
Percentile among all Electrical and Electronic Engineering students in the UK.
Ranking publishers
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2024