Electronic and Computer Engineering with a Year Abroad - U6UECENGY2

Required subjects

Maths and one of electronics, computer science, physics, chemistry, biology, further mathematics, design and technology: systems control or design technology: design engineering H404.

Excluded subjects

Excluding general studies, critical thinking, citizenship studies, global perspectives and research, and thinking skills.

GCSEs

English grade 4 (C).

IB score

30 points overall or 655 in 3 Higher Level Certificates.

IB requirements

One of HL5 Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches, HL5 Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation OR SL6 Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches AND 5 at HL in one of biology, chemistry, physics or computer science.

Applicants to this course may be eligible for our Additional Qualifications Offer Reduction Scheme. If you achieve a grade A in an EPQ, Core Maths*, IB Extended Essay or additional AS level qualification* then you will receive a one grade reduced offer for this course.

Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer or receive an alternative offer based on taking four A levels, your additional qualification will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.

* Additional eligibility requirements apply. View further details on this scheme.

RQF BTEC Nationals

• RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Engineering – DDD including Distinction in units:
  • Engineering Principles
  • Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems
  • Further Engineering Maths
• RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Engineering or Science and A levels – DD plus B in A level maths
• RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Engineering and A levels – D plus BB including A level maths
• RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in any subject and A levels - D plus BB including A level maths and one of: electronics, computer science, physics, chemistry, biology, further mathematics, design and technology: systems control, design and technology: design engineering

For those with lower predicted grades, applications will be considered for entry onto the foundation year. 
 
Access to HE Diploma 
As assessment methods and module contents vary significantly in the access to HE Diploma, applications are considered individually with reference to syllabus and assessment methods. A typical offer would be:

Access to HE Diploma 24 Level 3 credits at Distinction (to include a minimum of 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction in Mathematics) and 21 Level 3 credits at Merit.

T Levels

The content of T Levels can be quite varied and so applications will be considered on a case by case basis.

Non UoN Foundation Degrees and Prior University Education

We may accept external foundation programs from other institutions, and can also consider entry based on prior degree level learning at other institutions. As these programs vary significantly, these will be considered on a case by case basis.

We make contextual offers to students who may have experienced barriers that have restricted progress at school or college. Our standard contextual offer is usually one grade lower than the advertised entry requirements, and our enhanced contextual offer is usually two grades lower than the advertised entry requirements. To qualify for a contextual offer, you must have Home/UK fee status and meet specific criteria – check if you’re eligible.

An Engineering and Physical Sciences foundation year is available for those who are not taking the required subjects.

At the University of Nottingham, we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population. You can find lots of useful information on the mature students webpage.

Transfer to MEng is possible during the course subject to satisfactory progression.

On this course, subject to you meeting the relevant requirements, your second academic year will be spent studying at University of Nottingham China or University of Nottingham Malaysia.

The curriculum is exactly the same as that of the UK and all teaching is in English. Your year will be spent studying core modules, and depending on the subject specialisms you have selected, appropriate optional modules.

Please be aware that study abroad, compulsory year abroad, optional placements/internships and integrated year in industry opportunities may change at any time for a number of reasons, including curriculum developments, changes to arrangements with partner universities or placement/industry hosts, travel restrictions or other circumstances outside of the university’s control. Every effort will be made to update this information as quickly as possible should a change occur.

2027/28 (UK undergraduate students)

This is the UK undergraduate tuition fee for the academic year 27/28. It may increase for the academic year 28/29 and we will update our information once we have received confirmation of the fee.

For full details including fees for part-time students and reduced fees during your time studying abroad or on placement (where applicable), please visit our fees page.

All students will need at least one device to approve security access requests via Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). We also recommend students have a suitable laptop to work both on and off-campus. For more information, please check the equipment advice.

As a student on this course, you should factor some additional costs into your budget, alongside your tuition fees and living expenses.

You should be able to access most of the books you'll need through our libraries, though you may wish to purchase your own copies or more specific titles.

The University of Nottingham offers a wide range of bursaries and scholarships. These funds can provide you with an additional source of non-repayable financial help. For up to date information regarding tuition fees, visit our fees and finance pages.

Home students

Over one third of our UK students receive our means-tested core bursary. Full details can be found on our financial support pages.

A 'home' student is one who meets certain UK residence criteria. These are the same criteria as apply to eligibility for home funding from Student Finance.

Students applying to the Faculty of Engineering may be eligible for faculty-specific or industry scholarships.

IB score

30 points overall or 655 in 3 Higher Level Certificates.

IB requirements

One of HL5 Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches, HL5 Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation OR SL6 Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches AND 5 at HL in one of biology, chemistry, physics or computer science.

Required subjects

Maths and one of electronics, computer science, physics, chemistry, biology, further mathematics, design and technology: systems control or design technology: design engineering H404.

Excluded subjects

Excluding general studies, critical thinking, citizenship studies, global perspectives and research, and thinking skills.

GCSEs

English grade 4 (C).

Applicants to this course may be eligible for our Additional Qualifications Offer Reduction Scheme. If you achieve a grade A in an EPQ, Core Maths*, IB Extended Essay or additional AS level qualification* then you will receive a one grade reduced offer for this course.

Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer or receive an alternative offer based on taking four A levels, your additional qualification will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.

* Additional eligibility requirements apply. View further details on this scheme.

RQF BTEC Nationals

• RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Engineering – DDD including Distinction in units:
  • Engineering Principles
  • Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems
  • Further Engineering Maths
• RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Engineering or Science and A levels – DD plus B in A level maths
• RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Engineering and A levels – D plus BB including A level maths
• RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in any subject and A levels - D plus BB including A level maths and one of: electronics, computer science, physics, chemistry, biology, further mathematics, design and technology: systems control, design and technology: design engineering

For those with lower predicted grades, applications will be considered for entry onto the foundation year. 
 
Access to HE Diploma 
As assessment methods and module contents vary significantly in the access to HE Diploma, applications are considered individually with reference to syllabus and assessment methods. A typical offer would be:

Access to HE Diploma 24 Level 3 credits at Distinction (to include a minimum of 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction in Mathematics) and 21 Level 3 credits at Merit.

T Levels

The content of T Levels can be quite varied and so applications will be considered on a case by case basis.

Non UoN Foundation Degrees and Prior University Education

We may accept external foundation programs from other institutions, and can also consider entry based on prior degree level learning at other institutions. As these programs vary significantly, these will be considered on a case by case basis.

IELTS

6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element)

English language requirements

As well as IELTS, we also accept other English language qualifications. This includes TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English. Check our English language policies and equivalencies for further details.

If you need support to meet the required level, you may be able to attend a Presessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP) course. Our Centre for English Language Education is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK. 

 If you successfully complete your pre-sessional course to the required level, you can then progress to your degree course. This means that you won't need to retake IELTS or equivalent. 

Please note: For pre-sessional English or one-year foundation courses, you must take IELTS for UKVI to meet visa regulations.

Check our country-specific information for guidance on qualifications from your country.

International students must have valid UK immigration permissions for any courses or study period where teaching takes place in the UK. Student route visas can be issued for eligible students studying full-time courses. The University of Nottingham does not sponsor a student visa for students studying part-time courses. The Standard Visitor visa route is not appropriate in all cases. Please contact the university’s Visa and Immigration team if you need advice about your visa options.

International students must be aware that transfer between programmes is likely to require application for a new visa. Whilst the department will provide support, it is the student's responsibility to ensure the visa regulations are complied with.

At the University of Nottingham, we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population. You can find lots of useful information on the mature students webpage.

Transfer to MEng is possible during the course subject to satisfactory progression.

On this course, subject to you meeting the relevant requirements, your second academic year will be spent studying at University of Nottingham China or University of Nottingham Malaysia.

The curriculum is exactly the same as that of the UK and all teaching is in English. Your year will be spent studying core modules, and depending on the subject specialisms you have selected, appropriate optional modules.

Please be aware that study abroad, compulsory year abroad, optional placements/internships and integrated year in industry opportunities may change at any time for a number of reasons, including curriculum developments, changes to arrangements with partner universities or placement/industry hosts, travel restrictions or other circumstances outside of the university’s control. Every effort will be made to update this information as quickly as possible should a change occur.

If you are a student from the EU, EEA or Switzerland, you may be asked to complete a fee status questionnaire and your answers will be assessed using guidance issued by the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA).

For full details including fees for part-time students and reduced fees during your time studying abroad or on placement (where applicable), see our fees page.

All students will need at least one device to approve security access requests via Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). We also recommend students have a suitable laptop to work both on and off-campus. For more information, please check the equipment advice.

As a student on this course, you should factor some additional costs into your budget, alongside your tuition fees and living expenses.

You should be able to access most of the books you'll need through our libraries, though you may wish to purchase your own copies or more specific titles.

The University of Nottingham offers a wide range of bursaries and scholarships. These funds can provide you with an additional source of non-repayable financial help. For up to date information regarding tuition fees, visit our fees and finance pages.

International students

We offer a range of international undergraduate scholarships for high-achieving international scholars who can put their Nottingham degree to great use in their careers.

Students applying to the Faculty of Engineering may be eligible for faculty-specific or industry scholarships.