Comments about BEng Systems Engineering - At the institution - Coventry - West Midlands
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Objectives
[c] Essential Information UCAS Code: HH36 BEng HH63 MEng Typical Offer (A/AS Levels): MEng: A level AAB/ABB BEng/BSc: A level BBB/BBC (See School of Engineering website for details) Duration: BEng: 3 Years MEng: 4 Years Essential Subjects Mathematics is an ideal subject for Advanced or Higher level study but those not taking this are welcome to apply if they have demonstrated strong mathematics capability in their most recent mathematics qualification at GCSE, AS or equivalent. This entry route for strong candidates without A2 level Mathematics requires candidates to take a Foundation in Mathematics module in place of their optional module in the first year. Other useful subjects for Advanced or Higher Level study are Physics or Combined Science. Language Requirements None * Introducing Systems Engineering * Modules * Assessment * About the School of Engineering Introducing Systems Engineering Systems Engineering is a modern degree course that has been introduced to meet the growing needs for engineers who can take a holistic view of the products and businesses around them. A growing number of companies, such as BAE Systems, refer to themselves as systems integrators. These companies specialise in combining modules and subsystems from many different sources, designed and made both within their own company and by others located across the world. The value these companies add lies within the design, delivery and servicing of complex systems such as aircraft, electricity generation, road and rail transportation.
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Entry requirements
General university admissions requirements All applicants must possess a minimum level of competence in English Language and in Mathematics or a Science. A pass at Grade C or above in GCSE English Language and in Mathematics or a Science, or an equivalent qualification, fulfils this requirement. For some courses, requirements are above this University minimum, so you should check the relevant course-specific entry requirements in our hard copy prospectus which you can order online or browse on our online directory. We usually ask for candidates to show a broad base of study at GCSE level (or equivalent) with passes in at least five subjects from a range of disciplines.
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Academic title
BEng Systems Engineering
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Course description
BEng Systems Engineering
Programme
Years One and Two
There are four modules in each of the first two years: three core and one optional. The core modules cover design, technological science and business. The design module concentrates in the first year on design for function and in the second year on design for durability. The technical science modules introduce you to the fundamental technical and mathematical techniques within the context in which they can be used. The first year concentrates on static structures whilst the second year deals with dynamics. The business modules begin by explaining the economic and industrial environment in which engineering companies must operate and in the second year, working with Warwick Business School, you will be introduced to some of the tools and techniques needed to start and run an engineering business successfully. All three modules will offer some tasks and assignments where you can select from a range of options to enable you to further tailor your course of study. In the first two years you will concentrate on gaining an understanding of the individual engineering disciplines of civil, electronic, manufacturing and mechanical before moving on to the analysis of systems. There is a wide range of options; some closely related to engineering such as the Aesthetics of Design or the History of the British Motor Car and some on wider themes such as Philosophy. Alternatively you could learn a language to help you to pursue an international career.
Year Three
Year Three of both the BEng and the MEng provides the core technical background required by a systems engineer combining modules from Electronics Engineering, Manufacturing & Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. Both BEng and MEng students undertake an individual project. MEng students start their project in Year Three and complete it early in Year Four. Recent projects include the computer modelling of the effect of anticancer drugs in cancer cells and the simulation of manufacturing systems. Finally, MEng students can choose to spend their third year of study abroad on an exchange programme. At the end of their third year MEng students also have the option of extending their course to five years. This can involve spending a year in industry or a year in research, before returning for the final year of study.
