Undergraduate Programme Specification
BEng Computer Engineering
Academic Year 2024/25
A programme specification is required for any programme on which a student may be registered. All programmes of the University are subject to the University's Quality Assurance processes. All degrees are awarded by Queen's University Belfast.
| Programme Title | BEng Computer Engineering | Final Award (exit route if applicable for Postgraduate Taught Programmes) |
Bachelor of Engineering | |||||||||||
| Programme Code | CEN-BENG | UCAS Code | GH6P | HECoS Code |
100165 - Electronic engineering - 50 100374 - Software engineering - 50 |
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| ATAS Clearance Required | No | |||||||||||||
| Mode of Study | Full Time | |||||||||||||
| Type of Programme | Single Honours | Length of Programme |
Full Time - 3 Academic Years |
Total Credits for Programme | 360 | |||||||||
| Exit Awards available | No | |||||||||||||
Institute Information
Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
School/Department |
Electronics, Electrical Engineering & Computer Science |
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Quality Code Higher Education Credit Framework for England |
Level 6 |
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Subject Benchmark Statements The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies |
Engineering (2015) |
Accreditations (PSRB) |
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Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) |
Date of most recent Accreditation Visit 03-12-21 |
Regulation Information
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Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations None |
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Programme Specific Regulations In accordance with the Engineering Council policy on compensation and condonement, to successfully graduate with an accredited degree, students who entered stage 1 in 2022/23 or later must: |
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Students with protected characteristics N/A |
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Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
Educational Aims Of Programme
The overall aims of the programme are to provide a broad foundation in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, to provide opportunities to study selected themes in Electrical and Electronic Engineering in greater depth, and to develop a range of practical and transferable skills to prepare graduates for careers in the engineering and IT industries as well as other professional roles.
•The fundamental principles of Electrical and Electronic Engineering are taught in Stages 1 and 2. The themes of Electric Power, Digital Electronics, Analogue Electronics, Control, Communications, Computer Programming and Embedded Programming form the core curriculum. This is designed to ensure that each student is well grounded in the full breadth of Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
•In-depth study of selected themes is provided in Stage 3. This is designed to allow students to choose topics for which they have a particular aptitude, to encourage students to develop individual expertise in these topics and to expose students to recent developments and unanswered questions in particular disciplines. The final year project aims to provide each student with an opportunity to engage in a year-long practical study within their chosen field. It is an aim of the programme that students will be well prepared for and attracted to full-time postgraduate study.
•The programme aims to develop practical skills in parallel with fundamental understanding. The laboratory classes and design projects in Stages 1 and 2 are designed to be slightly more prescriptive, whilst the individual final-year project in Stage 3 is designed to be more open-ended to encourage innovative thinking and problem-solving skills. Oral presentations and technical reports are a key aspect of all project work and these aim to ensure that graduates will have strong communication skills.
•Consistent with the general educational aims of the programme and the specific requirements of the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence, this specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme, and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Apply knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to broadly-defined problems. Some of the knowledge will be informed by current developments in the subject of study. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures and tutorials at all stages. Stages 1 & 2 focus on foundational maths; all stages explore application of Maths concepts. Methods of Assessment Unseen written examinations |
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Analyse broadly-defined problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Introduced in Stage 1 design projects; further developed via complex designs in assessments as Stages 2 & 3. Methods of Assessment Structured laboratory classes |
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Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model broadly-defined problems, recognising the limitations of the techniques employed. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Stage 2 Mathematics lectures and tutorials Methods of Assessment Written examinations |
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Select and evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to address broadly-defined problems. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Background reading, survey and critical analysis is a core function of final year projects. Methods of Assessment Final Year Project oral, report. |
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Undertake mathematical analysis of engineering components and systems. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Many examples – particularly good instances include Stage 1 electronics, Stage 2 Analogue Circuit Design. Methods of Assessment Unseen written examinations |
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Appreciate the role of the engineer in society regarding economic development. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Comprehensive treatment via spin-out case study in Stage 3 Engineering Entrepreneurship. Methods of Assessment Coursework assignments |
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Design solutions for broadly-defined problems that meet a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs as appropriate. This will involve consideration of applicable health and safety, diversity, inclusion, cultural, societal, environmental and commercial matters, codes of practice and industry standards. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Stage 3 Engineering Entrepreneurship demands such solutions. Diversity, inclusion and cultural matters addressed in Stage 2 Embedded Systems. Methods of Assessment Coursework assignments |
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Apply an integrated or systems approach to the solution of broadly-defined problems. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Coursework assignments for (at least): Stage 2 Electronics & Circuits; Stage 3 Connected Health; Stage 4 Advanced Computer Engineering; Projects. Methods of Assessment Coursework assignments |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Evaluate the environmental and societal impact of solutions to broadly-defined problems. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Stage 3 Engineering Entrepreneurship seminars. Methods of Assessment Coursework assignment |
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Identify and analyse ethical concerns and make reasoned ethical choices informed by professional codes of conduct. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Stage 2 Embedded Systems lectures; Stage 3 Engineering Entrepreneurship. Methods of Assessment Coursework assignment. |
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Use a risk management process to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks (the effects of uncertainty) associated with a particular project or activity. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Taught in individual modules. Combined in project activity. Methods of Assessment Coursework assignments |
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Adopt a holistic and proportionate approach to the mitigation of security risks. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Stage 2 Embedded Systems design exercise. Methods of Assessment Coursework assignments |
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Recognise the responsibilities, benefits and importance of supporting equality, diversity and inclusion. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Stage 2 Embedded Systems design project Methods of Assessment Coursework assignments |
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Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students learn to work together laboratory classes at Stage 1 and Stage 2. Stage 3 Engineering Entrepreneurship provides vital experience of group work and leadership. Methods of Assessment Coursework assignments |
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Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Oral and written presentations are embedded in numerous modules and particularly Stage 3 & 4 projects. Stage 3 Entrepreneurship demands written and oral presentation to technical & non-technical assessors. Methods of Assessment Coursework assignments |
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Plan and record self-learning and development as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students are encouraged to read outside their course notes and are specifically expected to carry out literature reviews and state-of-the-art reviews in the final year project. Methods of Assessment Coursework assignments |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Use practical laboratory and workshop skills to investigate broadly-defined problems. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Laboratory exercises, widespread and Stages 1 – 3 (and present thereafter). Methods of Assessment Lab reports. |
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Select and apply appropriate materials, equipment, engineering |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Stage 3 Connected Health Coursework; Final Year Project. Methods of Assessment Coursework assignments |
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Recognise the need for quality management systems and continuous improvement in the context of broadly-defined problems. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures Methods of Assessment Coursework assignments |
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Apply knowledge of engineering management principles, commercial context, project management and relevant legal matters. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars as part of Stage 3 Engineering Entrepreneurship Methods of Assessment Coursework assignments |
Module Information
Stages and Modules
| Module Title | Module Code | Level/ stage | Credits | Availability |
Duration | Pre-requisite | Assessment |
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| S1 | S2 | Core | Option | Coursework % | Practical % | Examination % | ||||||
| Signals and Communications | ELE1057 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 60% | 20% | 20% |
| Mathematics 1 | ELE1012 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 50% | 0% | 50% |
| Digital Systems | ECS1005 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 60% | 0% | 40% |
| Fundamentals of Electric Circuits | ECS1006 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 20% | 15% | 65% |
| Embedded Systems | ECS1001 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Object Oriented Programming | CSC1029 | 1 | 20 | -- | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 50% | 30% | 20% |
| Signals and Control | ELE2038 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | -- | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% |
| Electronics and Circuits | ELE2041 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | -- | YES | 30% | 0% | 70% |
| Employability Skills and Placement Preparation | ELE2037 | 2 | 0 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 0% | 100% | 0% |
| Communications | ELE2040 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | -- | YES | 25% | 0% | 75% |
| Digital Systems | ECS2039 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | -- | YES | 60% | 0% | 40% |
| Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | CSC2062 | 2 | 20 | -- | YES | 24 weeks | N | -- | YES | 60% | 40% | 0% |
| Mathematics | ELE2035 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 20% | 0% | 80% |
| Embedded Systems 2 | ELE2025 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Data Structures and Algorithms | CSC2059 | 2 | 20 | YES | -- | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 50% | 50% | 0% |
| Systems Security and Cryptography | CSC2056 | 2 | 20 | -- | YES | 24 weeks | N | -- | YES | 0% | 0% | 100% |
| Malware Analysis | CSC3059 | 3 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 0% | 100% | 0% |
| Advanced Electronics | ELE3046 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | Y | -- | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% |
| Deep Learning | CSC3066 | 3 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 60% | 0% | 40% |
| Engineering Entrepreneurship | ELE3043 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 70% | 30% | 0% |
| Video Analytics and Machine Learning | CSC3067 | 3 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 40% | 0% | 60% |
| Connected Health | ECS3003 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | -- | YES | 30% | 0% | 70% |
| Project 3 | ELE3001 | 3 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Concurrent Programming | CSC3021 | 3 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Networks and Communications Protocols | ELE3040 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | -- | YES | 20% | 0% | 80% |
| Signal Processing and Communications | ELE3041 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | Y | -- | YES | 15% | 0% | 85% |
| Control Systems Engineering | ELE3042 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | Y | -- | YES | 30% | 0% | 70% |
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