MEng (Computer Systems Engineering) is a four-year programmme. It aims to develop theoretical and practical competencies in computer systems design and application, engineering analyses, innovation, project design, project management and problem solving. Lancaster University’s engineering programmes require students to commence with fundamental engineering modules from the first year of their study. Students will not be repeating subjects such as physics, mathematics and chemistry that they undertook at school level in the first year of the engineering programmes. Student numbers are strictly controlled to provide personalized engagement with academic staff members. Typically, class sizes are only about 25 students. Students also pursue a range of foundation courses in areas such as mathematics and technical communication. The Institute also operates a “Buddy Programme” through its “Student Welfare Centre”. Under this programme an academic staff member works one-on-one and shadows a student all through his stint at the Institute.

On completion of the programme, students are expected to have developed the following competencies Intellectual Select and apply appropriate domain knowledge to model and analyze engineering problems Analyze engineering systems and create systems through synthesizing ideas from a range of sources Undertake projects management tasks and complete financial assessment of engineering projects Apply engineering knowledge and understanding to design systems, components or processes Practical Analyze, design, develop and manufacture physical devices and systems Conduct group design projects, design and model systems, mechanics and actuators, and advanced computer aided engineering systems Complete intelligent control, renewable energy projects, micro systems Use engineering IT tools including writing computer programmes Test design ideas in the lab or through simulation with analysis and critical evaluation of results Develop skills in creative design, analyses and problem solving Transferable Applications of intelligent control systems, engineering analysis, robotics and various machine elements Real time projects with industry and other organizations Communicate effectively in writing and orally through presentations and drawings Team work and use of ICT tools Locate and retrieve information from libraries, databases and other sources Data manipulation and presentation Creativity and innovation in dealing with engineering situations Time management