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University degree

Computer Systems Engineering

The University of Sheffield · Sheffield
Qualification
Degree
Length
3 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
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About this course

Study mathematics, control, embedded systems and programming, then advance to system design, security and intelligent systems. Learn to design optimised hardware/software for computing, sensing, IoT, AI, telecoms and autonomous systems, with applied projects building career-ready skills. Study mathematics, control, embedded systems and programming, then advance to system design, security and intelligent systems.

Learn to design optimised hardware/software for computing, sensing, IoT, AI, telecoms and autonomous systems, with applied projects building career-ready skills. This course sits at the heart of technologies transforming society, from AI, autonomous vehicles, and robotics to IoT and next-generation communications. You will be equipped to make a positive contribution to global challenges such as sustainable mobility, cybersecurity and advanced computing.

Our academic staff are not only experienced teachers, but also active researchers with industry partnerships across leading companies like Rolls-Royce, Siemens and Airbus. Their cutting-edge research in intelligent systems, cybersecurity, robotics and automation directly informs teaching, ensuring you gain knowledge at the forefront of the field. You won’t just study engineering – you will do engineering.

From programming foundations to advanced topics like microelectronics, deep learning and multi-agent systems, you'll apply theory through project work, and hands-on access to industry standard facilities such as CAD tools, 3D printers, and dedicated Teaching Cleanroom in The Diamond building.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
128-143 pts45%
144-159 pts15%
160-175 pts15%
176-191 pts15%
How they qualified
100% got in with alevel.
alevel100%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
85%
In work or further study after
90%
In professional / skilled jobs
95%
Continue past first year
81%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£32,000
After 15 months
£33,500
3 years on
£44,000
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
81%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching89%
Assessment & feedback85%
Academic support88%
Well organised96%
Learning resources91%
Student community97%
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Where this degree can lead
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When you're ready, the full entry requirements and application are on The University of Sheffield's own site.
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Career data: role, pay and progression profiles built for Careermash's careers engine; AI-impact estimates from Anthropic's observed AI-usage telemetry and OpenAI's AI Jobs Transition Framework. Course data: HESA / Discover Uni, including Graduate Outcomes, LEO and the National Student Survey. Apprenticeships: IfATE-published standards, approved only.

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