With computer systems now so central to our everyday lives, notably through mobile devices and the internet, the demand for technology, communications and consumer electronics experts continues to surge. This Computer Systems Engineering course with a specialism in software helps you understand state-of-the-art developments in hardware and software, developing your ability to design technological solutions for the next generation of computer engineering systems. The range of options available in later years of the programme will allow you to maintain breadth or to specialise, with a focus on computer hardware design, data communication networks or distributed computing.

Electronic and Computer Engineering graduates have a range of employment options open to them. The course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) which provides a platform to build on for those who wish to achieve Chartered Engineering status. There is a relaxed and friendly relationship between students and staff at Brunel and we take a genuine interest and pride in the success of our students and graduates. This, together with acknowledged high quality teaching and resources, results in an excellent record of employment amongst our graduates. Recent graduates have gone on to work for prominent companies including Barclays Global Investors, the Royal Mail, Thales, Accenture, the Bank of Scotland, British Sky Broadcasting, Fujitsu, IBM UK Ltd, Logica, GMC, the Office of Fair Trading, Viglen Ltd and a variety of design companies. They have undertaken such roles as technologist, software developer, software engineer, IT specialist, technology analyst, electronic development engineer, computer engineer, consultant, systems administrator, product development engineer, IT support officer and project delivery officer, to name but a few.