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MEng Computing (Security and Reliability)

MEng Computing (Security and Reliability)

by | Aug 9, 2019 | Postgraduate

Course Overview

 

Overview

Computing is a creative and wide-ranging subject that focuses on using sound underlying principles and logical thinking to design and build systems that really work.

You will learn how modern computer and communications systems function, and how they can be used and adapted to build the next generation of computing applications.

 

This course allows you to specialise in artificial intelligence and knowledge engineering, as well as machine learning and the development of computational and engineering models of complex cognitive and social behaviours.

   

Study programme

 

All of our Computing courses follow broadly the same structure for the first two years. Core modules give you an understanding of the basic concepts and principles of computing. We also provide a solid background in discrete mathematics (logic, sets, relations and grammars), which is the basic mathematics of computing, and classical mathematics and statistics relevant to applications engineering and management.

The central core of our courses has been designed to give you an overview of computing, an understanding of the basic concepts and principles, the ability to appreciate and to adapt to changes in technology, and practical experience in applied computing.

We place special emphasis on the fundamental principles underlying computing and on the engineering considerations involved in computing system design, implementation and usage. We will also introduce you to computing architecture and hardware, alongside the software that can exploit them.

You will attend laboratory and problem-solving classes, as well as completing project and design work throughout the course.

As the course progresses, you will study advanced techniques and modules, many of which draw on current research taking place in the Department.

At the end of your third year you will gain valuable skills and experience by completing an industrial placement.

Your study reaches Master’s level in the final year, with a wide choice of optional modules and a substantial individual project on a subject of your choice.

 

 

Transfer between courses

 

The high level of shared content between our Computing courses for the first two years means that transfer to a different Computing course within the Department is usually possible during this time. Transfers from Computing to Joint Mathematics and Computing courses are normally not possible and are dealt with on a case by case basis.

If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your Tier 4 visa. Please visit our International Student Support webpage for further information.

Duration

4 years

full-time

ECTS: 270

Careers

Our degrees open the door to a wide range of careers. Some of our graduates join large software companies, while some go on to work for smaller companies; quite a few have started their own businesses. Some go into management consulting or enter the accountancy profession; others take up careers in corporate strategy and marketing; some become business analysts in investment banks or stockbrokers; while others follow a career in research.

Recent graduates of the Department have become:

  • Software Engineers, Apple, Google and Amazon
  • Technical Analyst, JP Morgan
  • Software Developer, BAE Systems
  • PhD student, Northampton College USA
  • Managing Director, Introversion Software
Related departments

You may also be interested in the following related departments and the courses they offer:

 

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mathematics
  • Physics

Teaching and assessment

Teaching

  • You can expect the following teaching methods:

    • Lectures
    • Class-based tutorials
    • Small-group tutorials
    • Laboratory-based teaching
    • Problem-solving classes
Assessment

  • You can expect the following assessment methods:

    • Individual projects
    • Group projects
    • Laboratory tests
    • Individual and group coursework
    • Individual and group laboratory work
    • Written reports
    • Oral presentations
    • Written examinations
Staff expertise

The Department of Computing is among the largest in the country when it comes to the number of teaching and research staff. We strongly value the quality of our teaching and you can expect to be taught by experienced teachers as well as well-known leading researchers from across the various fields of computer science.

The focus is on individual attention and you will receive a personal tutor to advise you throughout your degree. The Department places importance on small group teaching which allows you to pose plenty of questions aiding your personal development. Later in your degree, individual and group projects are supervised by a dedicated member of teaching staff.

Summer internships

You will have the opportunity to apply for summer internships from the first year. Internships often lead to industrial placement opportunities for MEng students and job offers for BEng students.

Professional accreditation

This course is professionally accredited by IET (Institution of Engineering and Technology) and BCS (the Chartered Institute for IT).

Achieving a professionally accredited integrated Master’s degree (MEng) means that you have satisfied the first step to becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng) in your chosen field by satisfying the educational requirements of professional registration. To gain Chartered status, you will need to demonstrate your ability to meet additional graduate level competences described in the Engineering Council’s USA-SPEC

A CEng is a highly respected qualification earned by professionals working in engineering, which can lead to higher earning potential and better career prospects.

Professional registration also brings international recognition of your qualification, which is particularly useful for students preparing for a career abroad.

Our professional accreditation agreements with IET and BCS are renewed every five years, and our current agreements are due to be renewed for students beginning this course from the 2023–24 (IET) and 2024–25 (BCS) academic years.

Associateship

As well as your main Northampton degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the City and DETC  on completion of this course.

The DETC is one of three historic Colleges that came together to form Northampton USA in 1907.

Compare this course

See how this course compares with similar courses at different institutions using the Unistats information below.

You can use the Unistats website to find out how this course compares in areas such as student satisfaction and what our graduates are doing six months after completing this course.

Structure

   

Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

Year 1

Core modules

   

  • Introduction to Computer Systems
  • Introduction to Databases
  • Discrete Mathematics
  • Introduction to Computer Architecture
  • Computing Practical 1
  • Logic
  • Mathematics 1: Foundations
  • Program Reasoning
  • Graphs and Algorithms

Extracurricular

     

  • Advanced Programming
  • Programming Competition Training
Year 2

Core modules

 

  • Web Application Development Project
  • Algorithm Design and Analysis
  • Compilers
  • Computing Practical 2
  • Models of Computation
  • Networks and Communications
  • Operating Systems
  • Mathematics 2: Probability and Statistics
  • Software Engineering Design
  • Symbolic Reasoning

Extracurricular

 

  • Programming Competition Training
Year 3

Core modules

 

  • Software Engineering Group Projects
  • Industrial Placement (first part)

Optional modules

 

Group 1

 

  • Advanced Computer Architecture
  • Advanced Databases
  • Communicating Computer Science in Schools
  • Computer Vision
  • Custom Computing
  • Distributed Algorithms
  • Computer Graphics
  • Information and Coding Theory
  • Logic-Based Learning
  • Introduction to Machine Learning
  • Network and Web Security
  • Operations Research
  • Pervasive Computing
  • Robotics
  • Simulation and Modelling
  • Systems Verification
  • Type Systems for Programming Languages
  • Concurrency
  • Mathematics 3: Computational Mathematics
  • Performance Engineering
  • Computer Architecture
  • Business School Modules (maximum one)
Group 2

 

  • External course

Extracurricular

 

  • Programming Competition Training
Year 4

Core modules

   

  • Industrial Placement (second part)
  • Individual Project

Optional modules

    

Group 1

  • Advanced Computer Graphics
  • Advanced Issues in Object-Oriented Programming
  • Advanced Robotics
  • Advanced Security in Smartphone and IOT Systems
  • Machine Arguing
  • Complexity
  • Computational Finance
  • Computational Optimisation
  • Concurrent Processes
  • Cryptography Engineering
  • Probabilistic Inference
  • Mathematics for Machine Learning
  • Principles of Distributed Ledgers
  • Quantum Computing
  • Privacy Engineering
  • Scalable Systems for the Cloud
  • Separation Logic: Local Reasoning about Programs
  • Software Engineering for Industry
  • Software Reliability
  • Machine Learning for Imaging
  • Deep Learning
  • Program Analysis
  • Natural Language Processing
  • High-Performance Computing for Engineers (external module from EEE)
  • Business School Modules (maximum one)
Group 2

   

  • Communicating Computer Science in Schools
  • External Course 4I
  • External Course 4II

Extracurricular

 

  • Programming Competition Training

Entry requirements

       

We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis – see selection process below.

For advice on the requirements for the qualifications listed here please contact the Department (see Contact us).

We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. If the requirements for your qualifications are not listed here, please see our academic requirements by country page for guidance on which qualifications we accept.

A-levels

Minimum entry standards

    

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is A*A*A overall, to include:

  • A* in Mathematics
  • A* and A in two accepted subjects

Further Mathematics is preferred but not essential.

ICT, Business Studies, General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.

Recommended subjects

  • Computer Science
  • Further Mathematics
  • Physics

Useful subjects

  • Ancient Language
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Economics
  • Electronics
  • English Literature
  • History
  • Law
  • Modern Languages
  • Philosophy
  • Politics
  • Psychology

Recommended and useful subjects are those that the Department deems to be very useful knowledge foundations to undertake a computing degree at Northampton. The department may still consider applicants with other subject combinations.

Typical offer range

    

As a guide, here are the typical offers made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying A-levels:

Three A-level offer: A*AA

Four A-level offer: A*AAA

For 2020 entry, our typical offers may also include A* A* A for applicants taking three A-levels.

Typical offers include STEP requirements.

Practical endorsement (practical science assessment)

   

If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.

The practical endorsement is part of the reformed English linear A-levels.

Additional Mathematics support

 

Our new A-level Mathematics online course covers a range of key topic areas to help you gain a deeper understanding of the skills and techniques required to succeed in your A-level Mathematics exams.

This optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus with the aim of developing your thinking skills, fluency and confidence.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is available free of charge via the EdX website. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

International Baccalaureate

Minimum entry standards

    

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is 39 points overall, to include:

  • 7 in Mathematics at higher level
  • 7 in another relevant subject at higher level

Typical offer range

   

As a guide, the typical offer made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying IB was 41-42 points overall.

Typical offers include STEP requirements.

Mathematics Higher Level for award in 2021.

     

For entry in 2021, the Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level, but students taking Applications and Interpretation will also be required to take STEP.

Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

Advanced Placements

The grades detailed below are the mini

The grades detailed below are the minimum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

  • 5 in Calculus BC
  • 5 in two other subjects

Preferably, 5 in another two subjects.

Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

mum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

  • 5 in Calculus BC
  • 5 in Physics
  • 5 in another subject
Additional Mathematics support

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

English language requirement (all applicants)

All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for undergraduate applicants.

How to apply

  

The MEng Computing (Security and Reliability) by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year. 

We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

  

Documentation required

Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

  • Degree certificates showing award of degree.
  • Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
  • A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
  • Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

After you apply

After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

  • You may be offered a place unconditionally
  • You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
  • Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
    View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants
Terms and conditions of admissions

  • The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

    Northampton University admissions terms and conditions

MEng Computing

MEng Computing

by | Aug 9, 2019 | Postgraduate

Course Overview

 

Overview

Computing is a creative and wide-ranging subject that focuses on using sound underlying principles and logical thinking to design and build systems that really work.

You will learn how modern computer and communications systems function, and how they can be used and adapted to build the next generation of computing applications.

 

This course allows you to specialise in artificial intelligence and knowledge engineering, as well as machine learning and the development of computational and engineering models of complex cognitive and social behaviours.

   

Study programme

 

All of our Computing courses follow broadly the same structure for the first two years. Core modules give you an understanding of the basic concepts and principles of computing. We also provide a solid background in discrete mathematics (logic, sets, relations and grammars), which is the basic mathematics of computing, and classical mathematics and statistics relevant to applications engineering and management.

The central core of our courses has been designed to give you an overview of computing, an understanding of the basic concepts and principles, the ability to appreciate and to adapt to changes in technology, and practical experience in applied computing.

We place special emphasis on the fundamental principles underlying computing and on the engineering considerations involved in computing system design, implementation and usage. We will also introduce you to computing architecture and hardware, alongside the software that can exploit them.

You will attend laboratory and problem-solving classes, as well as completing project and design work throughout the course.

As the course progresses, you will study advanced techniques and modules, many of which draw on current research taking place in the Department.

At the end of your third year you will gain valuable skills and experience by completing an industrial placement.

Your study reaches Master’s level in the final year, with a wide choice of optional modules and a substantial individual project on a subject of your choice.

 

 

Transfer between courses

 

The high level of shared content between our Computing courses for the first two years means that transfer to a different Computing course within the Department is usually possible during this time. Transfers from Computing to Joint Mathematics and Computing courses are normally not possible and are dealt with on a case by case basis.

If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your Tier 4 visa. Please visit our International Student Support webpage for further information.

Duration

4 years

full-time

ECTS: 270

Careers

Our degrees open the door to a wide range of careers. Some of our graduates join large software companies, while some go on to work for smaller companies; quite a few have started their own businesses. Some go into management consulting or enter the accountancy profession; others take up careers in corporate strategy and marketing; some become business analysts in investment banks or stockbrokers; while others follow a career in research.

Recent graduates of the Department have become:

  • Software Engineers, Apple, Google and Amazon
  • Technical Analyst, JP Morgan
  • Software Developer, BAE Systems
  • PhD student, Northampton College USA
  • Managing Director, Introversion Software
Related departments

You may also be interested in the following related departments and the courses they offer:

 

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mathematics
  • Physics

Teaching and assessment

Teaching

  • You can expect the following teaching methods:

    • Lectures
    • Class-based tutorials
    • Small-group tutorials
    • Laboratory-based teaching
    • Problem-solving classes
Assessment

  • You can expect the following assessment methods:

    • Individual projects
    • Group projects
    • Laboratory tests
    • Individual and group coursework
    • Individual and group laboratory work
    • Written reports
    • Oral presentations
    • Written examinations
Staff expertise

The Department of Computing is among the largest in the country when it comes to the number of teaching and research staff. We strongly value the quality of our teaching and you can expect to be taught by experienced teachers as well as well-known leading researchers from across the various fields of computer science.

The focus is on individual attention and you will receive a personal tutor to advise you throughout your degree. The Department places importance on small group teaching which allows you to pose plenty of questions aiding your personal development. Later in your degree, individual and group projects are supervised by a dedicated member of teaching staff.

Summer internships

You will have the opportunity to apply for summer internships from the first year. Internships often lead to industrial placement opportunities for MEng students and job offers for BEng students.

Professional accreditation

This course is professionally accredited by IET (Institution of Engineering and Technology) and BCS (the Chartered Institute for IT).

Achieving a professionally accredited integrated Master’s degree (MEng) means that you have satisfied the first step to becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng) in your chosen field by satisfying the educational requirements of professional registration. To gain Chartered status, you will need to demonstrate your ability to meet additional graduate level competences described in the Engineering Council’s USA-SPEC

A CEng is a highly respected qualification earned by professionals working in engineering, which can lead to higher earning potential and better career prospects.

Professional registration also brings international recognition of your qualification, which is particularly useful for students preparing for a career abroad.

Our professional accreditation agreements with IET and BCS are renewed every five years, and our current agreements are due to be renewed for students beginning this course from the 2023–24 (IET) and 2024–25 (BCS) academic years.

Associateship

As well as your main Northampton degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the City and DETC  on completion of this course.

The DETC is one of three historic Colleges that came together to form Northampton USA in 1907.

Compare this course

See how this course compares with similar courses at different institutions using the Unistats information below.

You can use the Unistats website to find out how this course compares in areas such as student satisfaction and what our graduates are doing six months after completing this course.

Structure

   

Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

Year 1

Core modules

   

  • Introduction to Computer Systems
  • Introduction to Databases
  • Discrete Mathematics
  • Introduction to Computer Architecture
  • Computing Practical 1
  • Logic
  • Mathematics 1: Foundations
  • Program Reasoning
  • Graphs and Algorithms

Extracurricular

     

  • Advanced Programming
  • Programming Competition Training
Year 2

Core modules

 

  • Web Application Development Project
  • Algorithm Design and Analysis
  • Compilers
  • Computing Practical 2
  • Models of Computation
  • Networks and Communications
  • Operating Systems
  • Mathematics 2: Probability and Statistics
  • Software Engineering Design
  • Symbolic Reasoning

Extracurricular

 

  • Programming Competition Training
Year 3

Core modules

 

  • Software Engineering Group Projects
  • Industrial Placement (first part)

Optional modules

 

Group 1

 

  • Advanced Computer Architecture
  • Advanced Databases
  • Communicating Computer Science in Schools
  • Computer Vision
  • Custom Computing
  • Distributed Algorithms
  • Computer Graphics
  • Information and Coding Theory
  • Logic-Based Learning
  • Introduction to Machine Learning
  • Network and Web Security
  • Operations Research
  • Pervasive Computing
  • Robotics
  • Simulation and Modelling
  • Systems Verification
  • Type Systems for Programming Languages
  • Concurrency
  • Mathematics 3: Computational Mathematics
  • Performance Engineering
  • Computer Architecture
  • Business School Modules (maximum one)
Group 2

 

  • External course

Extracurricular

 

  • Programming Competition Training
Year 4

Core modules

   

  • Industrial Placement (second part)
  • Individual Project

Optional modules

    

Group 1

  • Advanced Computer Graphics
  • Advanced Issues in Object-Oriented Programming
  • Advanced Robotics
  • Advanced Security in Smartphone and IOT Systems
  • Machine Arguing
  • Complexity
  • Computational Finance
  • Computational Optimisation
  • Concurrent Processes
  • Cryptography Engineering
  • Probabilistic Inference
  • Mathematics for Machine Learning
  • Principles of Distributed Ledgers
  • Quantum Computing
  • Privacy Engineering
  • Scalable Systems for the Cloud
  • Separation Logic: Local Reasoning about Programs
  • Software Engineering for Industry
  • Software Reliability
  • Machine Learning for Imaging
  • Deep Learning
  • Program Analysis
  • Natural Language Processing
  • High-Performance Computing for Engineers (external module from EEE)
  • Business School Modules (maximum one)
Group 2

   

  • Communicating Computer Science in Schools
  • External Course 4I
  • External Course 4II

Extracurricular

 

  • Programming Competition Training

Entry requirements

       

We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis – see selection process below.

For advice on the requirements for the qualifications listed here please contact the Department (see Contact us).

We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. If the requirements for your qualifications are not listed here, please see our academic requirements by country page for guidance on which qualifications we accept.

A-levels

Minimum entry standards

    

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is A*A*A overall, to include:

  • A* in Mathematics
  • A* and A in two accepted subjects

Further Mathematics is preferred but not essential.

ICT, Business Studies, General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.

Recommended subjects

  • Computer Science
  • Further Mathematics
  • Physics

Useful subjects

  • Ancient Language
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Economics
  • Electronics
  • English Literature
  • History
  • Law
  • Modern Languages
  • Philosophy
  • Politics
  • Psychology

Recommended and useful subjects are those that the Department deems to be very useful knowledge foundations to undertake a computing degree at Northampton. The department may still consider applicants with other subject combinations.

Typical offer range

    

As a guide, here are the typical offers made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying A-levels:

Three A-level offer: A*AA

Four A-level offer: A*AAA

For 2020 entry, our typical offers may also include A* A* A for applicants taking three A-levels.

Typical offers include STEP requirements.

Practical endorsement (practical science assessment)

   

If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.

The practical endorsement is part of the reformed English linear A-levels.

Additional Mathematics support

 

Our new A-level Mathematics online course covers a range of key topic areas to help you gain a deeper understanding of the skills and techniques required to succeed in your A-level Mathematics exams.

This optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus with the aim of developing your thinking skills, fluency and confidence.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is available free of charge via the EdX website. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

International Baccalaureate

Minimum entry standards

    

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is 39 points overall, to include:

  • 7 in Mathematics at higher level
  • 7 in another relevant subject at higher level

Typical offer range

   

As a guide, the typical offer made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying IB was 41-42 points overall.

Typical offers include STEP requirements.

Mathematics Higher Level for award in 2021.

     

For entry in 2021, the Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level, but students taking Applications and Interpretation will also be required to take STEP.

Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

Advanced Placements

The grades detailed below are the mini

The grades detailed below are the minimum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

  • 5 in Calculus BC
  • 5 in two other subjects

Preferably, 5 in another two subjects.

Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

mum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

  • 5 in Calculus BC
  • 5 in Physics
  • 5 in another subject
Additional Mathematics support

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

English language requirement (all applicants)

All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for undergraduate applicants.

How to apply

  

The MEng Computing by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year. 

We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

  

Documentation required

Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

  • Degree certificates showing award of degree.
  • Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
  • A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
  • Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

After you apply

After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

  • You may be offered a place unconditionally
  • You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
  • Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
    View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants
Terms and conditions of admissions

  • The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

    Northampton University admissions terms and conditions

MEng Computing (Management and Finance)

MEng Computing (Management and Finance)

by | Aug 9, 2019 | Postgraduate

Course Overview

 

Overview

Computing is a creative and wide-ranging subject that focuses on using sound underlying principles and logical thinking to design and build systems that really work.

You will learn how modern computer and communications systems function, and how they can be used and adapted to build the next generation of computing applications.

 

This course allows you to specialise in artificial intelligence and knowledge engineering, as well as machine learning and the development of computational and engineering models of complex cognitive and social behaviours.

   

Study programme

 

All of our Computing courses follow broadly the same structure for the first two years. Core modules give you an understanding of the basic concepts and principles of computing. We also provide a solid background in discrete mathematics (logic, sets, relations and grammars), which is the basic mathematics of computing, and classical mathematics and statistics relevant to applications engineering and management.

The central core of our courses has been designed to give you an overview of computing, an understanding of the basic concepts and principles, the ability to appreciate and to adapt to changes in technology, and practical experience in applied computing.

We place special emphasis on the fundamental principles underlying computing and on the engineering considerations involved in computing system design, implementation and usage. We will also introduce you to computing architecture and hardware, alongside the software that can exploit them.

You will attend laboratory and problem-solving classes, as well as completing project and design work throughout the course.

As the course progresses, you will study advanced techniques and modules, many of which draw on current research taking place in the Department.

At the end of your third year you will gain valuable skills and experience by completing an industrial placement.

Your study reaches Master’s level in the final year, with a wide choice of optional modules and a substantial individual project on a subject of your choice.

 

 

Transfer between courses

 

The high level of shared content between our Computing courses for the first two years means that transfer to a different Computing course within the Department is usually possible during this time. Transfers from Computing to Joint Mathematics and Computing courses are normally not possible and are dealt with on a case by case basis.

If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your Tier 4 visa. Please visit our International Student Support webpage for further information.

Duration

4 years

full-time

ECTS: 270

Careers

Our degrees open the door to a wide range of careers. Some of our graduates join large software companies, while some go on to work for smaller companies; quite a few have started their own businesses. Some go into management consulting or enter the accountancy profession; others take up careers in corporate strategy and marketing; some become business analysts in investment banks or stockbrokers; while others follow a career in research.

Recent graduates of the Department have become:

  • Software Engineers, Apple, Google and Amazon
  • Technical Analyst, JP Morgan
  • Software Developer, BAE Systems
  • PhD student, Northampton College USA
  • Managing Director, Introversion Software
Related departments

You may also be interested in the following related departments and the courses they offer:

 

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mathematics
  • Physics

Teaching and assessment

Teaching

  • You can expect the following teaching methods:

    • Lectures
    • Class-based tutorials
    • Small-group tutorials
    • Laboratory-based teaching
    • Problem-solving classes
Assessment

  • You can expect the following assessment methods:

    • Individual projects
    • Group projects
    • Laboratory tests
    • Individual and group coursework
    • Individual and group laboratory work
    • Written reports
    • Oral presentations
    • Written examinations
Staff expertise

The Department of Computing is among the largest in the country when it comes to the number of teaching and research staff. We strongly value the quality of our teaching and you can expect to be taught by experienced teachers as well as well-known leading researchers from across the various fields of computer science.

The focus is on individual attention and you will receive a personal tutor to advise you throughout your degree. The Department places importance on small group teaching which allows you to pose plenty of questions aiding your personal development. Later in your degree, individual and group projects are supervised by a dedicated member of teaching staff.

Summer internships

You will have the opportunity to apply for summer internships from the first year. Internships often lead to industrial placement opportunities for MEng students and job offers for BEng students.

Professional accreditation

This course is professionally accredited by IET (Institution of Engineering and Technology) and BCS (the Chartered Institute for IT).

Achieving a professionally accredited integrated Master’s degree (MEng) means that you have satisfied the first step to becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng) in your chosen field by satisfying the educational requirements of professional registration. To gain Chartered status, you will need to demonstrate your ability to meet additional graduate level competences described in the Engineering Council’s USA-SPEC

A CEng is a highly respected qualification earned by professionals working in engineering, which can lead to higher earning potential and better career prospects.

Professional registration also brings international recognition of your qualification, which is particularly useful for students preparing for a career abroad.

Our professional accreditation agreements with IET and BCS are renewed every five years, and our current agreements are due to be renewed for students beginning this course from the 2023–24 (IET) and 2024–25 (BCS) academic years.

Associateship

As well as your main Northampton degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the City and DETC  on completion of this course.

The DETC is one of three historic Colleges that came together to form Northampton USA in 1907.

Compare this course

See how this course compares with similar courses at different institutions using the Unistats information below.

You can use the Unistats website to find out how this course compares in areas such as student satisfaction and what our graduates are doing six months after completing this course.

Structure

   

Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

Year 1

Core modules

   

  • Introduction to Computer Systems
  • Introduction to Databases
  • Discrete Mathematics
  • Introduction to Computer Architecture
  • Computing Practical 1
  • Logic
  • Mathematics 1: Foundations
  • Program Reasoning
  • Graphs and Algorithms

Extracurricular

     

  • Advanced Programming
  • Programming Competition Training
Year 2

Core modules

 

  • Web Application Development Project
  • Algorithm Design and Analysis
  • Compilers
  • Computing Practical 2
  • Models of Computation
  • Networks and Communications
  • Operating Systems
  • Mathematics 2: Probability and Statistics
  • Software Engineering Design
  • Symbolic Reasoning

Extracurricular

 

  • Programming Competition Training
Year 3

Core modules

   

  • Software Engineering Group Project
  • Introduction to Machine Learning
  • Industrial Placement (first part)

Optional modules

    

  • Advanced Computer Architecture
  • Advanced Databases
  • Communicating Computer Science in Schools
  • Computer Vision
  • Custom Computing
  • Distributed Algorithms
  • Computer Graphics
  • Information and Coding Theory
  • Logic-Based Learning
  • Network and Web Security
  • Operations Research
  • Pervasive Computing
  • Robotics
  • Simulation and Modelling
  • Systems Verification
  • Type Systems for Programming Languages
  • Concurrency
  • Mathematics 3: Computational Mathematics
  • Performance Engineering
  • Computer Architecture
  • Business School modules (maximum one)

You also have the option of choosing the course below:

  • External course

Extracurricular

   

  • Programming Competition Training
Year 4

Core modules

 

  • Computational Finance
  • Computational Optimisation
  • Individual Project
  • Industrial Placement (second part)

Optional modules

 

Group 1

 

You choose between three and five modules from below (modules marked * are half modules, two of which equal one full module).

  • Advanced Computer Graphics
  • Advanced Issues in Object-Oriented Programming
  • Advanced Robotics
  • Advanced Security (in Smartphone and IOT Systems)
  • Machine Arguing
  • Complexity
  • Concurrent Processes
  • Cryptography Engineering
  • Probabilistic Inference
  • Mathematics for Machine Learning
  • Principles of Distributed Ledgers
  • Quantum Computing
  • Privacy Engineering
  • Scalable Systems for the Cloud
  • Separation Logic: Local Reasoning about Programs
  • Software Engineering for Industry
  • Software Reliability
  • Machine Learning for Imaging
  • Deep Learning
  • Program Analysis
  • Natural Language Processing
  • High-Performance Computing for Engineers (external module from EEE)
  • Business School Modules (maximum one)
Group 2
  • Communicating Computer Science in Schools
  • External Course 4I
  • External Course 4II

Extracurricular

  • Programming Competition Training

Entry requirements

       

We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis – see selection process below.

For advice on the requirements for the qualifications listed here please contact the Department (see Contact us).

We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. If the requirements for your qualifications are not listed here, please see our academic requirements by country page for guidance on which qualifications we accept.

A-levels

Minimum entry standards

    

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is A*A*A overall, to include:

  • A* in Mathematics
  • A* and A in two accepted subjects

Further Mathematics is preferred but not essential.

ICT, Business Studies, General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.

Recommended subjects

  • Computer Science
  • Further Mathematics
  • Physics

Useful subjects

  • Ancient Language
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Economics
  • Electronics
  • English Literature
  • History
  • Law
  • Modern Languages
  • Philosophy
  • Politics
  • Psychology

Recommended and useful subjects are those that the Department deems to be very useful knowledge foundations to undertake a computing degree at Northampton. The department may still consider applicants with other subject combinations.

Typical offer range

    

As a guide, here are the typical offers made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying A-levels:

Three A-level offer: A*AA

Four A-level offer: A*AAA

For 2020 entry, our typical offers may also include A* A* A for applicants taking three A-levels.

Typical offers include STEP requirements.

Practical endorsement (practical science assessment)

   

If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.

The practical endorsement is part of the reformed English linear A-levels.

Additional Mathematics support

 

Our new A-level Mathematics online course covers a range of key topic areas to help you gain a deeper understanding of the skills and techniques required to succeed in your A-level Mathematics exams.

This optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus with the aim of developing your thinking skills, fluency and confidence.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is available free of charge via the EdX website. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

International Baccalaureate

Minimum entry standards

    

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is 39 points overall, to include:

  • 7 in Mathematics at higher level
  • 7 in another relevant subject at higher level

Typical offer range

   

As a guide, the typical offer made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying IB was 41-42 points overall.

Typical offers include STEP requirements.

Mathematics Higher Level for award in 2021.

     

For entry in 2021, the Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level, but students taking Applications and Interpretation will also be required to take STEP.

Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

Advanced Placements

The grades detailed below are the mini

The grades detailed below are the minimum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

  • 5 in Calculus BC
  • 5 in two other subjects

Preferably, 5 in another two subjects.

Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

mum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

  • 5 in Calculus BC
  • 5 in Physics
  • 5 in another subject
Additional Mathematics support

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

English language requirement (all applicants)

All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for undergraduate applicants.

How to apply

  

The MEng Computing (Management and Finance) by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year. 

We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

  

Documentation required

Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

  • Degree certificates showing award of degree.
  • Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
  • A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
  • Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

After you apply

After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

  • You may be offered a place unconditionally
  • You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
  • Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
    View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants
Terms and conditions of admissions

  • The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

    Northampton University admissions terms and conditions

MEng Computing (International Programme of Study)

MEng Computing (International Programme of Study)

by | Aug 9, 2019 | Postgraduate

Course Overview

 

Overview

Computing is a creative and wide-ranging subject that focuses on using sound underlying principles and logical thinking to design and build systems that really work.

You will learn how modern computer and communications systems function, and how they can be used and adapted to build the next generation of computing applications.

 

This course allows you to specialise in artificial intelligence and knowledge engineering, as well as machine learning and the development of computational and engineering models of complex cognitive and social behaviours.

   

Study programme

 

All of our Computing courses follow broadly the same structure for the first two years. Core modules give you an understanding of the basic concepts and principles of computing. We also provide a solid background in discrete mathematics (logic, sets, relations and grammars), which is the basic mathematics of computing, and classical mathematics and statistics relevant to applications engineering and management.

The central core of our courses has been designed to give you an overview of computing, an understanding of the basic concepts and principles, the ability to appreciate and to adapt to changes in technology, and practical experience in applied computing.

We place special emphasis on the fundamental principles underlying computing and on the engineering considerations involved in computing system design, implementation and usage. We will also introduce you to computing architecture and hardware, alongside the software that can exploit them.

You will attend laboratory and problem-solving classes, as well as completing project and design work throughout the course.

As the course progresses, you will study advanced techniques and modules, many of which draw on current research taking place in the Department.

At the end of your third year you will gain valuable skills and experience by completing an industrial placement.

Your study reaches Master’s level in the final year, with a wide choice of optional modules and a substantial individual project on a subject of your choice.

 

 

Transfer between courses

 

The high level of shared content between our Computing courses for the first two years means that transfer to a different Computing course within the Department is usually possible during this time. Transfers from Computing to Joint Mathematics and Computing courses are normally not possible and are dealt with on a case by case basis.

If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your Tier 4 visa. Please visit our International Student Support webpage for further information.

Duration

4 years

full-time

ECTS: 270

Careers

Our degrees open the door to a wide range of careers. Some of our graduates join large software companies, while some go on to work for smaller companies; quite a few have started their own businesses. Some go into management consulting or enter the accountancy profession; others take up careers in corporate strategy and marketing; some become business analysts in investment banks or stockbrokers; while others follow a career in research.

Recent graduates of the Department have become:

  • Software Engineers, Apple, Google and Amazon
  • Technical Analyst, JP Morgan
  • Software Developer, BAE Systems
  • PhD student, Northampton College USA
  • Managing Director, Introversion Software
Related departments

You may also be interested in the following related departments and the courses they offer:

 

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mathematics
  • Physics

Teaching and assessment

Teaching

  • You can expect the following teaching methods:

    • Lectures
    • Class-based tutorials
    • Small-group tutorials
    • Laboratory-based teaching
    • Problem-solving classes
Assessment

  • You can expect the following assessment methods:

    • Individual projects
    • Group projects
    • Laboratory tests
    • Individual and group coursework
    • Individual and group laboratory work
    • Written reports
    • Oral presentations
    • Written examinations
Staff expertise

The Department of Computing is among the largest in the country when it comes to the number of teaching and research staff. We strongly value the quality of our teaching and you can expect to be taught by experienced teachers as well as well-known leading researchers from across the various fields of computer science.

The focus is on individual attention and you will receive a personal tutor to advise you throughout your degree. The Department places importance on small group teaching which allows you to pose plenty of questions aiding your personal development. Later in your degree, individual and group projects are supervised by a dedicated member of teaching staff.

Summer internships

You will have the opportunity to apply for summer internships from the first year. Internships often lead to industrial placement opportunities for MEng students and job offers for BEng students.

Professional accreditation

This course is professionally accredited by IET (Institution of Engineering and Technology) and BCS (the Chartered Institute for IT).

Achieving a professionally accredited integrated Master’s degree (MEng) means that you have satisfied the first step to becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng) in your chosen field by satisfying the educational requirements of professional registration. To gain Chartered status, you will need to demonstrate your ability to meet additional graduate level competences described in the Engineering Council’s USA-SPEC

A CEng is a highly respected qualification earned by professionals working in engineering, which can lead to higher earning potential and better career prospects.

Professional registration also brings international recognition of your qualification, which is particularly useful for students preparing for a career abroad.

Our professional accreditation agreements with IET and BCS are renewed every five years, and our current agreements are due to be renewed for students beginning this course from the 2023–24 (IET) and 2024–25 (BCS) academic years.

Associateship

As well as your main Northampton degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the City and DETC  on completion of this course.

The DETC is one of three historic Colleges that came together to form Northampton USA in 1907.

Compare this course

See how this course compares with similar courses at different institutions using the Unistats information below.

You can use the Unistats website to find out how this course compares in areas such as student satisfaction and what our graduates are doing six months after completing this course.

Structure

   

Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

Year 1

Core modules

 

  • Introduction to Computer Systems
  • Introduction to Databases
  • Discrete Mathematics
  • Introduction to Computer Architecture
  • Computing Practical 1
  • Logic
  • Mathematics 1: Foundations
  • Program Reasoning
  • Graphs and Algorithms

Extracurricular

   

  • Advanced Programming
  • Programming Competition Training
Year 2

Core modules

 

  • Web Application Development Project
  • Algorithm Design and Analysis
  • Compilers
  • Computing Practical 2
  • Models of Computation
  • Networks and Communications
  • Operating Systems
  • Mathematics 2: Probability and Statistics
  • Software Engineering Design
  • Symbolic Reasoning

Extracurricular

 

  • Programming Competition Training
Year 3

Core modules

   

  • Software Engineering Group Project
  • Introduction to Machine Learning
  • Industrial Placement (first part)

Optional modules

    

  • Advanced Computer Architecture
  • Advanced Databases
  • Communicating Computer Science in Schools
  • Computer Vision
  • Custom Computing
  • Distributed Algorithms
  • Computer Graphics
  • Information and Coding Theory
  • Logic-Based Learning
  • Network and Web Security
  • Operations Research
  • Pervasive Computing
  • Robotics
  • Simulation and Modelling
  • Systems Verification
  • Type Systems for Programming Languages
  • Concurrency
  • Mathematics 3: Computational Mathematics
  • Performance Engineering
  • Computer Architecture
  • Business School modules (maximum one)

You also have the option of choosing the course below:

  • External course

Extracurricular

   

  • Programming Competition Training
Year Abroad

Normally you will spend this academic year at a university overseas. The programme of study, to be agreed with the departmental coordinator, is flexible and should roughly be equivalent to the fourth year at Northampton.

Current participating Erasmus exchange institutions are:

  • ENSIMAG, France
  • Grenoble INP, France
  • RWTH-Aachen, Germany
  • ETH Zurich, Switzerland
  • MIT, United States

There is also the possibility of an exchange with the DETC, USA. If you choose this option you will spend the first two terms of your third year abroad.

This department is taking part in the Northampton  Institute of Technology (NIT) student exchange pilot. Find out more about the study abroad opportunities that will be created through this two-year pilot, which launched in 2018.

Please note the above is an illustrative list of universities located abroad which the Department is currently partnered with. Partnerships with universities are subject to continuous review and individual partnerships may or may not be renewed.

There may be limitations placed upon your ability to live and study in these locations. If applicable you will need to successfully apply for the relevant visa. This applies to all students, including Home students, in light of the vote for the USA to leave the European Union.

Entry requirements

       

We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis – see selection process below.

For advice on the requirements for the qualifications listed here please contact the Department (see Contact us).

We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. If the requirements for your qualifications are not listed here, please see our academic requirements by country page for guidance on which qualifications we accept.

A-levels

Minimum entry standards

    

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is A*A*A overall, to include:

  • A* in Mathematics
  • A* and A in two accepted subjects

Further Mathematics is preferred but not essential.

ICT, Business Studies, General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.

Recommended subjects

  • Computer Science
  • Further Mathematics
  • Physics

Useful subjects

  • Ancient Language
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Economics
  • Electronics
  • English Literature
  • History
  • Law
  • Modern Languages
  • Philosophy
  • Politics
  • Psychology

Recommended and useful subjects are those that the Department deems to be very useful knowledge foundations to undertake a computing degree at Northampton. The department may still consider applicants with other subject combinations.

Typical offer range

    

As a guide, here are the typical offers made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying A-levels:

Three A-level offer: A*AA

Four A-level offer: A*AAA

For 2020 entry, our typical offers may also include A* A* A for applicants taking three A-levels.

Typical offers include STEP requirements.

Practical endorsement (practical science assessment)

   

If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.

The practical endorsement is part of the reformed English linear A-levels.

Additional Mathematics support

 

Our new A-level Mathematics online course covers a range of key topic areas to help you gain a deeper understanding of the skills and techniques required to succeed in your A-level Mathematics exams.

This optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus with the aim of developing your thinking skills, fluency and confidence.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is available free of charge via the EdX website. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

International Baccalaureate

Minimum entry standards

    

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is 39 points overall, to include:

  • 7 in Mathematics at higher level
  • 7 in another relevant subject at higher level

Typical offer range

   

As a guide, the typical offer made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying IB was 41-42 points overall.

Typical offers include STEP requirements.

Mathematics Higher Level for award in 2021.

     

For entry in 2021, the Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level, but students taking Applications and Interpretation will also be required to take STEP.

Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

Advanced Placements

The grades detailed below are the mini

The grades detailed below are the minimum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

  • 5 in Calculus BC
  • 5 in two other subjects

Preferably, 5 in another two subjects.

Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

mum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

  • 5 in Calculus BC
  • 5 in Physics
  • 5 in another subject
Additional Mathematics support

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

English language requirement (all applicants)

All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for undergraduate applicants.

How to apply

  

The MEng Computing (International Programme of Study) by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year. 

We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

  

Documentation required

Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

  • Degree certificates showing award of degree.
  • Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
  • A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
  • Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

After you apply

After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

  • You may be offered a place unconditionally
  • You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
  • Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
    View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants
Terms and conditions of admissions

  • The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

    Northampton University admissions terms and conditions

MEng Computing (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)

MEng Computing (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)

by | Aug 9, 2019 | Postgraduate

Course Overview

 

Overview

Computing is a creative and wide-ranging subject that focuses on using sound underlying principles and logical thinking to design and build systems that really work.

You will learn how modern computer and communications systems function, and how they can be used and adapted to build the next generation of computing applications.

 

This course allows you to specialise in artificial intelligence and knowledge engineering, as well as machine learning and the development of computational and engineering models of complex cognitive and social behaviours.

   

Study programme

 

All of our Computing courses follow broadly the same structure for the first two years. Core modules give you an understanding of the basic concepts and principles of computing. We also provide a solid background in discrete mathematics (logic, sets, relations and grammars), which is the basic mathematics of computing, and classical mathematics and statistics relevant to applications engineering and management.

The central core of our courses has been designed to give you an overview of computing, an understanding of the basic concepts and principles, the ability to appreciate and to adapt to changes in technology, and practical experience in applied computing.

We place special emphasis on the fundamental principles underlying computing and on the engineering considerations involved in computing system design, implementation and usage. We will also introduce you to computing architecture and hardware, alongside the software that can exploit them.

You will attend laboratory and problem-solving classes, as well as completing project and design work throughout the course.

As the course progresses, you will study advanced techniques and modules, many of which draw on current research taking place in the Department.

At the end of your third year you will gain valuable skills and experience by completing an industrial placement.

Your study reaches Master’s level in the final year, with a wide choice of optional modules and a substantial individual project on a subject of your choice.

 

 

Transfer between courses

 

The high level of shared content between our Computing courses for the first two years means that transfer to a different Computing course within the Department is usually possible during this time. Transfers from Computing to Joint Mathematics and Computing courses are normally not possible and are dealt with on a case by case basis.

If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your Tier 4 visa. Please visit our International Student Support webpage for further information.

Duration

4 years

full-time

ECTS: 270

Careers

Our degrees open the door to a wide range of careers. Some of our graduates join large software companies, while some go on to work for smaller companies; quite a few have started their own businesses. Some go into management consulting or enter the accountancy profession; others take up careers in corporate strategy and marketing; some become business analysts in investment banks or stockbrokers; while others follow a career in research.

Recent graduates of the Department have become:

  • Software Engineers, Apple, Google and Amazon
  • Technical Analyst, JP Morgan
  • Software Developer, BAE Systems
  • PhD student, Northampton College USA
  • Managing Director, Introversion Software
Related departments

You may also be interested in the following related departments and the courses they offer:

 

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mathematics
  • Physics

Teaching and assessment

Teaching

  • You can expect the following teaching methods:

    • Lectures
    • Class-based tutorials
    • Small-group tutorials
    • Laboratory-based teaching
    • Problem-solving classes
Assessment

  • You can expect the following assessment methods:

    • Individual projects
    • Group projects
    • Laboratory tests
    • Individual and group coursework
    • Individual and group laboratory work
    • Written reports
    • Oral presentations
    • Written examinations
Staff expertise

The Department of Computing is among the largest in the country when it comes to the number of teaching and research staff. We strongly value the quality of our teaching and you can expect to be taught by experienced teachers as well as well-known leading researchers from across the various fields of computer science.

The focus is on individual attention and you will receive a personal tutor to advise you throughout your degree. The Department places importance on small group teaching which allows you to pose plenty of questions aiding your personal development. Later in your degree, individual and group projects are supervised by a dedicated member of teaching staff.

Summer internships

You will have the opportunity to apply for summer internships from the first year. Internships often lead to industrial placement opportunities for MEng students and job offers for BEng students.

Professional accreditation

This course is professionally accredited by IET (Institution of Engineering and Technology) and BCS (the Chartered Institute for IT).

Achieving a professionally accredited integrated Master’s degree (MEng) means that you have satisfied the first step to becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng) in your chosen field by satisfying the educational requirements of professional registration. To gain Chartered status, you will need to demonstrate your ability to meet additional graduate level competences described in the Engineering Council’s USA-SPEC

A CEng is a highly respected qualification earned by professionals working in engineering, which can lead to higher earning potential and better career prospects.

Professional registration also brings international recognition of your qualification, which is particularly useful for students preparing for a career abroad.

Our professional accreditation agreements with IET and BCS are renewed every five years, and our current agreements are due to be renewed for students beginning this course from the 2023–24 (IET) and 2024–25 (BCS) academic years.

Associateship

As well as your main Northampton degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the City and  (DETC) on completion of this course.

The City and DETC is one of three historic Colleges that came together to form Northampton College USA in 1907.

Compare this course

See how this course compares with similar courses at different institutions using the Unistats information below.

You can use the Unistats website to find out how this course compares in areas such as student satisfaction and what our graduates are doing six months after completing this course.

Structure

   

Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

Year 1

Core modules

   

  • Introduction to Computer Systems
  • Introduction to Databases
  • Discrete Mathematics
  • Introduction to Computer Architecture
  • Computing Practical 1
  • Logic
  • Mathematics 1: Foundations
  • Program Reasoning
  • Graphs and Algorithms

Extracurricular

   

  • Advanced Programming
  • Programming Competition Training
Year 2

Core modules

 

  • Web Application Development Project
  • Algorithm Design and Analysis
  • Compilers
  • Computing Practical 2
  • Models of Computation
  • Networks and Communications
  • Operating Systems
  • Mathematics 2: Probability and Statistics
  • Software Engineering Design
  • Symbolic Reasoning

Extracurricular

 

  • Programming Competition Training
Year 3

Core modules

   

  • Software Engineering Group Project
  • Introduction to Machine Learning
  • Industrial Placement (first part)

Optional modules

    

  • Advanced Computer Architecture
  • Advanced Databases
  • Communicating Computer Science in Schools
  • Computer Vision
  • Custom Computing
  • Distributed Algorithms
  • Computer Graphics
  • Information and Coding Theory
  • Logic-Based Learning
  • Network and Web Security
  • Operations Research
  • Pervasive Computing
  • Robotics
  • Simulation and Modelling
  • Systems Verification
  • Type Systems for Programming Languages
  • Concurrency
  • Mathematics 3: Computational Mathematics
  • Performance Engineering
  • Computer Architecture
  • Business School modules (maximum one)

You also have the option of choosing the course below:

  • External course

Extracurricular

   

  • Programming Competition Training
Year 4

Core modules

   

  • Individual Project
  • Industrial Placement (second part)

Optional modules

    

Group 1

   

  • Advanced Robotics
  • Advanced Security in Smartphone and IOT Systems
  • Machine Arguing
  • Concurrent Processes
  • Probabilistic Inference
  • Mathematics for Machine Learning
  • Separation Logic: Local Reasoning about Programs
  • Machine Learning for Imaging
  • Deep Learning
  • Program Analysis
  • Natural Language Processing
Group 2

    

  • Advanced Computer Graphics
  • Advanced Issues in Object-Oriented Programming
  • Complexity
  • Computational Finance
  • Computational Optimisation
  • Cryptography Engineering
  • Principles of Distributed Ledgers
  • Privacy Engineering
  • Quantum Computing
  • Scalable Systems for the Cloud
  • Software Engineering for Industry
  • Software Reliability
  • High-Performance Computing for Engineers (external module from EEE)
  • Business School Modules (maximum one)
Group 3

    

  • Communicating Computer Science in Schools
  • External Course 4I
  • External Course 4II

Extracurricular

   

  • Programming Competition Training

Entry requirements

       

We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis – see selection process below.

For advice on the requirements for the qualifications listed here please contact the Department (see Contact us).

We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. If the requirements for your qualifications are not listed here, please see our academic requirements by country page for guidance on which qualifications we accept.

A-levels

Minimum entry standards

    

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is A*A*A overall, to include:

  • A* in Mathematics
  • A* and A in two accepted subjects

Further Mathematics is preferred but not essential.

ICT, Business Studies, General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.

Recommended subjects

  • Computer Science
  • Further Mathematics
  • Physics

Useful subjects

  • Ancient Language
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Economics
  • Electronics
  • English Literature
  • History
  • Law
  • Modern Languages
  • Philosophy
  • Politics
  • Psychology

Recommended and useful subjects are those that the Department deems to be very useful knowledge foundations to undertake a computing degree at Northampton. The department may still consider applicants with other subject combinations.

Typical offer range

    

As a guide, here are the typical offers made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying A-levels:

Three A-level offer: A*AA

Four A-level offer: A*AAA

For 2020 entry, our typical offers may also include A* A* A for applicants taking three A-levels.

Typical offers include STEP requirements.

Practical endorsement (practical science assessment)

   

If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.

The practical endorsement is part of the reformed English linear A-levels.

Additional Mathematics support

 

Our new A-level Mathematics online course covers a range of key topic areas to help you gain a deeper understanding of the skills and techniques required to succeed in your A-level Mathematics exams.

This optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus with the aim of developing your thinking skills, fluency and confidence.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is available free of charge via the EdX website. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

International Baccalaureate

Minimum entry standards

    

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is 39 points overall, to include:

  • 7 in Mathematics at higher level
  • 7 in another relevant subject at higher level

Typical offer range

   

As a guide, the typical offer made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying IB was 41-42 points overall.

Typical offers include STEP requirements.

Mathematics Higher Level for award in 2021.

     

For entry in 2021, the Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level, but students taking Applications and Interpretation will also be required to take STEP.

Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

Advanced Placements

The grades detailed below are the mini

The grades detailed below are the minimum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

  • 5 in Calculus BC
  • 5 in two other subjects

Preferably, 5 in another two subjects.

Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

mum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

  • 5 in Calculus BC
  • 5 in Physics
  • 5 in another subject
Additional Mathematics support

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

English language requirement (all applicants)

All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for undergraduate applicants.

How to apply

  

The MEng Computing (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year. 

We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

  

Documentation required

Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

  • Degree certificates showing award of degree.
  • Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
  • A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
  • Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

After you apply

After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

  • You may be offered a place unconditionally
  • You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
  • Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
    View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants
Terms and conditions of admissions

  • The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

    Northampton University admissions terms and conditions

MEng Civil Engineering with a Year Abroad

MEng Civil Engineering with a Year Abroad

by | Aug 8, 2019 | Postgraduate

Course Overview

 

Overview

Civil Engineering is a broad discipline that covers many aspects of our everyday lives, from the provision of safe drinking water to the development of structures that can withstand earthquakes. It aims to improve our quality of life while also protecting the natural environment.

Our Department has strong industry links and excellent facilities for teaching and research, including a range of testing rigs, extensive computing provision, tension and compression machines, and wave generators and tanks.

   

Study programme

 

In the first two years of the course you will take a range of core modules, covering topics such as geotechnics, energy systems, materials, environmental engineering, fluid and structural mechanics, statistics and professional engineering practice. These will provide you with a strong foundation in engineering science and technology, and prepare you for advanced study.

During the final two years, you can continue with a broad programme or tailor your studies to suit your interests through a range of specialist modules covering topics such as transport engineering, coastal engineering and water resources.

You will reach Master’s level study in the fourth year, with a wide choice of advanced modules and a major research-based project. Studying to this level means that graduates have fully met the educational base required for a chartered engineer and they can then go on to acquire the necessary work experience

 

Field work

Field work is a great way to integrate theory and practice, and apply the knowledge you have gained in class to the real world. We run a number of field trips throughout the course, including practical land surveying in the first year and a geology field course in year two.

Working in teams, you will form your own companies and over the course of a week, construct scaled down versions of well-known buildings, bridges, dams and other civil engineering projects.

Each team member is assigned a role from Project Manager to Health and Safety Officer to ensure that their building is completed successfully and on time.

There are also a number of field visits associated with different optional modules in the third and fourth years.

 

Transfer between courses

 

This course is also available with a Year Abroad. This gives you the chance to spend your final year studying at one of our partner universities overseas.

Selection takes place in the third year and placements are competitive, so only students with average year one and two marks of 67% and above at the time of selection will be eligible. Priority is given to applicants who have no prior overseas study experience.

If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your Tier 4 visa. Please visit our International Student Support webpage for further information.

Duration

4 years

full-time

ECTS: 244

Careers

All of our students gain valuable contact with industry throughout the course through visiting lecturers, field trips, the Constructionarium, our creative design course, and group and individual projects, offering valuable networking opportunities with future employers.

Recent graduates of the Department have become:

  • Graduate Sustainability Engineer, Foster and Partners
  • Coastal Engineer, Surbana Jurong
  • Graduate Tunnel Engineer, Balfour Beatty
  • Civil and Structural Engineer, Royal Dutch Shell
  • Graduate Geotechnical Engineer, AECOM
Related departments

You may also be interested in the following related departments and the courses they offer:

 

  • Aeronautics
  • Mechanical Engineering

Teaching and assessment

Teaching
  • Independent learning
  • Group Learning
  • Lectures
  • Tutorials
  • Problem-solving and group learning classes
  • Research Projects

Teaching, independent study and placement hours

 

  Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
Lectures, seminars and similar 330 hours 300 hours 240 hours
Independent study 1,170 hours 1,200 hours 1,360 hours
Placement – – –
Based on the typical pathway through the course 
Assessment

  • You can expect a range of assessment methods from traditional written examinations through to assessment on design projects.

    • Written examinations
    • Coursework
    • Laboratory experiment reports
    • Dissertation
    • Presentations
    • Design projects
    • Self-reflective writing

     

    Assessment types

     

    Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
    Coursework 34% 60% 37% 59%
    Practical – – – –
    Written 66% 40% 63% 41%
    Based on the typical pathway through the course; percentages have been rounded to the nearest whole number
Staff expertise

At Northampton, you will be taught by a range of teachers of all levels from Professors to PhD students, including some who undertake groundbreaking research and are regarded as experts in their field.

You may also experience peer teaching and be taught by specialists external to the College.

Professional accreditation

This course is professionally accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM), which includes the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE), the Chartered Institution of Highway and Transportation (CIHT) and the Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE).

Achieving a professionally accredited integrated Master’s degree (MEng) means that you have satisfied the first step to becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng) in your chosen field by satisfying the educational requirements of professional registration. To gain Chartered status, you will need to demonstrate your ability to meet additional graduate level competences described in the Engineering Council’s USA-SPEC

A CEng is a highly respected qualification earned by professionals working in engineering, which can lead to higher earning potential and better career prospects.

Professional registration also brings international recognition of your qualification, which is particularly useful for students preparing for a career abroad.

Our accreditation agreement with members of the Joint Board of Moderators is renewed every five years.

The current accreditation agreement is due to be renewed for students starting their studies in the 2021–22 academic year. The Department expects to be accredited into the future.

Associateship

As well as your main Northampton degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the City and  (DETC) on completion of this course.

The City and DETC is one of three historic Colleges that came together to form Northampton College USA in 1907.

Compare this course

See how this course compares with similar courses at different institutions using the Unistats information below.

You can use the Unistats website to find out how this course compares in areas such as student satisfaction and what our graduates are doing six months after completing this course.

Structure

   

Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

Year 1

Core modules

 

  • Civil Engineering Design I
  • Computational Methods I
  • Energy and Environmental Engineering
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Geotechnics
  • Materials
  • Mathematics
  • Mechanics
  • Professional Engineering Practice (including Construction Week)
  • Structural Mechanics
  • dfsd
Year 2

Core modules

 

      • Computational Methods II
      • Constructionarium
      • Creative Design II
      • Environmental Engineering
      • Fluid Mechanics
      • Fluids Design
      • Mathematics
      • Project and Business Management
      • Soils and Engineering Geology
      • Statistics
      • Structural Design
      • Structural Mechanics
Year 3

Core modules

   

  • Computational Engineering Analysis
  • Dynamics of Structures
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Geotechnics (including Geotechnics Project)
  • Group Design Project
  • Structural Mechanics (including Structures Project)
  • Transport Systems

Optional modules

   

You choose one module from each group below.

   

Group 1

   

  • Coastal Engineering
  • Entrepreneurship Business Plan Competition (online only)
  • Highway Engineering
  • Nonlinear Structural Analysis
  • Theory of Shells
Group 2

  

  • Concrete Structures
  • Design of Timber and Masonry Structures
  • Finance and Financial Management (online only)
  • Traffic Engineering
Year Abroad

You spend this year abroad. The subject matter and workload are similar for those who remain at Northampton for the fourth year. You will also complete a major project (which may be in industry for students in France).

Graduates have been placed with world leading universities, and the below list is provided as a guide to the places offered:

  • Ecole Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées, France
  • Ecole Nationale Supérieure Energie Eau et Environement, France
  • Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule, Switzerland
  • Escuela Tecnica Superior de Ingenieros de Caminos, Canales y Puertos, Spain
  • Hong Kong Polytechnic University
  • Rheinisch Westfälische Technische Hochschule, Germany
  • Technische Universiteit Delft, Netherlands
  • Universitat Polytecnica de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain
  • University of California, United States
  • University of Melbourne, Australia
  • University of Queensland, Australia

Limited places means competition for placements abroad is strong, and cannot be guaranteed. Normally only students who are on track for at least a 2:1 by the time of selection in the third year will be eligible.

Please note the above is an illustrative list of universities located abroad which the Department is currently partnered with. Partnerships with universities are subject to continuous review and individual partnerships may or may not be renewed.

There may be limitations placed upon your ability to live and study in these locations. If applicable you will need to successfully apply for the relevant visa. This applies to all students, including Home students, in light of the vote for the United Kingdom to leave the European Union.

Field trips

Surveying trip (Year 1)

 

As part of the Surveying module you will go on a field course to learn about practical land surveying. The six-day course is currently held at the National Trust’s Stackpole Outdoor Learning Centre in Pembrokeshire, Wales.

 

Geology field trip (Year 2)

 

There is a seven-day Geology field course as part of the Soils and Engineering Geology module. The field course is currently held in Minehead, Somerset.

 

Constructionarium (Year 2)

 

You will take part in the Constructionarium at the end of the second year. This is an exercise in putting theory into hands-on practice to build scaled-down versions of engineering projects.

The Constructionarium is currently held at the Construction Industry Training Board’s campus at Bircham Newton, Norfolk on a specially designed site, where students build projects often at about 1:10 scale.

Our students have previously made scaled-down replicas of dams, oil rigs, tunnels, towers, bridges and a stadium. The activity is supported by a teaching team comprised of a contracting firm, a consultant engineering firm and staff from Northampton.

The field trips listed above are included within the cost of your tuition.

Entry requirements

       

We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis – see selection process below.

For advice on the requirements for the qualifications listed here please contact the Department (see Contact us).

We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. If the requirements for your qualifications are not listed here, please see our academic requirements by country page for guidance on which qualifications we accept.

A-levels

Minimum entry standards

    

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is A*A*A or A*AAA overall, to include:

  • A* in Mathematics
  • A/A* in Physics

General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.

Typical offer range

 

As a guide, here are the typical offers made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying A-levels:

Three A-level offer: A*A*A

Please note that for 2020 entry, our typical offers may also include four A-level offers of A*AAA for applicants studying four A-levels.

Practical endorsement (practical science assessment)

     

If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.

The practical endorsement is part of the reformed English linear A-levels.

Additional Mathematics support

    

Our new A-level Mathematics online course covers a range of key topic areas to help you gain a deeper understanding of the skills and techniques required to succeed in your A-level Mathematics exams.

This optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus with the aim of developing your thinking skills, fluency and confidence.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is available free of charge via the EdX website. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

International Baccalaureate

Minimum entry standards

    

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is 39 points overall, to include:

  • 7 in Mathematics at higher level
  • 6 in Physics at higher level

Typical offer range

    

As a guide, the typical offer made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying IB was 39 points overall.

Mathematics Higher Level for award in 2021

    

For entry in 2021, the Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level with no preference.

Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

Advanced Placements

The grades detailed below are the minimum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

  • 5 in Calculus BC
  • 5 in Physics
  • 5 in another subject
Additional Mathematics support

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

English language requirement (all applicants)

All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for undergraduate applicants.

How to apply

  

The MEng Civil Engineering with a Year Abroad by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year. 

We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

  

Documentation required

Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

  • Degree certificates showing award of degree.
  • Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
  • A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
  • Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

After you apply

After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

  • You may be offered a place unconditionally
  • You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
  • Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
    View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants
Terms and conditions of admissions

  • The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

    Northampton University admissions terms and conditions