Systems Engineering BEng

This module equips you with a robust foundation in mathematical principles and tools essential for modelling and comprehending complex engineering problems.

Through theoretical understanding and practical applications, you will gain the skills to analyse, interpret and effectively communicate results. This will empower you to make informed decisions and design solutions as a competent engineer.

This module gives you a comprehensive understanding of electronics fundamentals and practical skills essential for constructing electronic circuits successfully.

Through the exploration of analogue and digital systems, you will gain knowledge in basic electric circuit theory, standard electronic components and circuit analysis techniques.

You will also learn to design and apply standard analogue and digital circuits, including voltage dividers, amplifiers, logic gates and sequential circuits.

The module will focus on practical applications of electronics. This includes interfacing analogue and digital signals, electronic system design and embedded application design.

This module introduces you to fundamental computational concepts and programming constructs relevant to physical computing and the Internet of Things (IoT).

Through exploration of various programming languages and environments, you will develop problem-solving skills using code to interact with hardware components. This module equips you with the skills and knowledge necessary to develop computer programs tailored to specific requirements, integrating software solutions with physical devices and processes effectively.

Through practical exercises and projects, you will learn to use programming languages and tools to create innovative solutions that bridge the gap between software and hardware domains.

This module enhances your knowledge and understanding of the design process and project management principles in engineering contexts. By exploring a range of modelling and prototyping processes and techniques, you will learn the skills necessary to successfully execute engineering projects.

Through practical application, you will develop proficiency in prototype development and use project management tools to effectively plan, organise and execute project tasks.

The projects undertaken in this module serve as a platform for you to apply problem-solving skills, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical application.

This module gives you a comprehensive understanding of digital systems design using fundamental concepts and abstractions essential for the development of computing systems.

By focusing on topics such as combinational circuits, sequential components, microprocessor design and computer-aided design techniques, you will gain practical skills in designing and implementing digital systems.

You will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to design and optimise digital systems effectively, contributing to the development of sustainable and energy-efficient computing solutions.

This module provides you with an in-depth understanding of advanced signal processing techniques and their applications in wireless communications.

You will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to analyse, interpret and manipulate signals in various contexts, particularly in the field of wireless communications.

You will also develop an understanding of the challenges and considerations involved in designing and optimising wireless communication systems. This will contribute to your preparedness for careers in the engineering industry.

This module develops your understanding of the commercial, legal, financial, ethical and environmental context of design and engineering processes and their impact on society.

We will cover issues such as sustainability goals, recognition of obligations to society, professional practice and a commitment to professional standards and code(s) of conduct relevant to your discipline (such as the Engineering Council).

The module also covers the following issues.

• Materials and their impact on environmental factors
• Waste management
• Ethics
• EDI in the workplace
• Enterprise and entrepreneurship
• Security concerns
• Globalisation (global manufacturing, operating in global markets, cultural issues, financial concerns and risk) and its impact on business operations.

This module will help you develop an understanding of the concepts and theory of operation that lie behind mechatronic devices and systems. You will gain an experiential understanding of the effect that design has on these devices through construction, programming, demonstration and analysis. The module also develops realisable solutions to real-world situations and needs. You will learn practical capability in the design and realisation of mechatronic systems using appropriate hardware and software. You will also gain a wider knowledge of the application of mechatronics in the real world.

This module will strengthen, extend and apply the knowledge, skills and experiences you have gained from your course in a working environment.

It will complement, stimulate, reinforce and encourage the development of discipline-specific technical knowledge and your transferable skills.

You will gain knowledge of professional requirements in an industry context and record and critically reflect on your personal practice.

This module aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to apply Artificial Intelligence (AI) techniques within a system engineering context. You will explore how data-driven methods can enhance the design, development, and evaluation of modern engineering systems.

Through structured exploration of AI concepts and system integration techniques, you will learn to identify suitable engineering problems, develop simple intelligent models, and integrate these into embedded or physical systems. The module emphasises practical implementation, model evaluation, and the limitations of AI in real-world applications.

Additionally, the module will develop your understanding of system-level considerations such as performance, reliability, and ethical implications when deploying AI-enabled solutions. This will prepare you to critically assess and implement AI approaches within the constraints of real engineering environments.

This module will provide knowledge and understanding of the broad aspects of digital enterprise solutions within the scope of Industry 4.0.

This module will develop your ability to analyse and critique mechatronics systems and to optimise such systems with the use of digital twin modelling and the integration of networking infrastructure.

This module gives you the opportunity to synthesise prior learning. You will develop your planned graduation trajectory through a self-selected, self-initiated and self-directed major project and complementary professional practice components including EDI (equality, diversity and inclusion) principles.

The direction of the project is a personal choice. This will be supported by appropriate staff to help you best synthesise your course experiences into a project that develops your working practice and professional profile to a quality and in a direction suited to your exit trajectory.

You will develop a body of coherent and detailed knowledge of project development, management and communication frameworks and methods in an appropriate professional sector.

Our teaching combines engineering theory with extensive practical application. You will learn through interactive workshops, laboratory and practical sessions, tutorials, seminars, demonstrations, project work and independent study.

Hands-on activities allow you to apply what you learn using engineering hardware, software, programming and simulation tools. Individual and team projects help you develop problem-solving, systems thinking, communication, teamwork and project management skills.

You will be supported by experienced academic and technical staff and have access to specialist engineering laboratories, workshops, robotics and automation facilities and smart manufacturing technologies.

You'll be mostly studying in the Ritterman Building at our north London campus in Hendon. It is equipped with industry-standard equipment in mechatronics, robotics, electronics and networking solutions.

Your typical week will combine scheduled interactive workshops, laboratory and practical sessions with guided and independent study.

Practical activities are an important part of the programme, giving you regular opportunities to apply engineering concepts using specialist hardware, software and laboratory facilities.

Outside scheduled sessions, you'll undertake independent study, project development, preparation, research and assessment activities.

The balance between scheduled teaching and independent study changes as you progress through the degree, with increasing emphasis on independent engineering and project work in the final year.

Outside of teaching hours, you’ll learn independently through self-study. This will involve reading articles and books, working on projects, undertaking self-directed research, self-directed, resource-based learning and preparing for assessments including coursework and presentations. 

Here is a guide of how you will spend your time.

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Your course timetable will balance your study commitments on campus with time for work, life commitments and independent study.

We aim to make timetables available to students at least two weeks before the start of term. Some weeks are different due to how we schedule classes and arrange on-campus sessions.

You will be supported throughout your studies by your academic team, module tutors, technical staff and academic adviser.

Support is available through scheduled teaching, tutorials, practical sessions and academic advising, alongside online learning materials and specialist University services.

You will also have access to Library and Student Support services, including support with academic writing, mathematics, study skills and digital skills, as well as wellbeing and disability support where required.

Our engineering courses are partnered with the Women's Engineering Society). They have over 100 years’ experience of inspiring and supporting women in engineering.

They offer opportunities to share knowledge with other partners in their extensive network. As a student at Middlesex, you can apply for a free membership enabling you to engage with opportunities in engineering.

You will be assessed through practical engineering activities designed to demonstrate both your technical knowledge and your ability to apply it.

Assessment may include laboratory work, programming and simulation tasks, engineering design and implementation activities, technical reports, portfolios, presentations, demonstrations, viva and individual and team projects.

As you progress, you will increasingly bring knowledge from different engineering areas together to solve complex problems and evaluate complete systems.

You will receive formative and summative feedback throughout your studies to help you understand your progress, develop your technical and professional skills and prepare for future assessments.