MEng (Hons) Electronics and Computer Engineering Integrated Master's degree at the University of Leeds

You'll be introduced to key electronic components, the basic concepts of electronic circuit analysis and design and the fundamental principles of electronic circuit test and measurement.

Take a hands-on approach to the study of core aspects of computing essential for modern engineering and applied artificial intelligence practice. You'll become familiar with the implementation of different data structures and algorithms with Python and learn how to apply them and analyse their performance in different problem-solving contexts.

This module introduces you to the fundamentals of communication systems and how the internet works. You'll learn about the different building blocks and protocols that are used to implement both wired and wireless communication links. You'll also build the skills to apply programming tools (MATLAB) to model communication signals and systems.

You'll be introduced to the fundamentals of digital electronics, logic circuits, C++ and microcontrollers. You'll gain insight into the development, simplification and simulation of combinational and sequential logic circuits, and develop an understanding of their place within typical microcontroller architectures. You'll also learn how to interface with various electronic components and develop your own project-based embedded system.

Gain knowledge and understanding of the key mathematical principles necessary to underpin your education in engineering, with extensive opportunities for practising mathematical skills. On completion of this module, you should be able to apply mathematical methods, tools and notations to the analysis and solution of engineering problems.

You'll explore the concepts of logical algorithm design and numerical mathematics, and the application of logical algorithms to solve numerical mathematics problems in engineering. Application includes practical implementation in the form of programming logical algorithms.

This is a lab-based module that extends the understanding of electronic components and how to apply them to the circuit design to achieve different functionality. Over the module, you'll develop skills in electronic engineering by building up a physical circuit based on diagrams and datasheets. You'll develop essential practical skills in interpreting circuit diagrams, building the corresponding physical prototype and using laboratory instruments to test and evaluate the circuit. To achieve that

Gain the necessary skills and knowledge to design and build a variety of electronic circuits and systems. Throughout this module, you'll learn the concept of 'signal conditioning' and practical implementation of amplifiers, filters and signal detectors, focusing on the real characteristics of operational amplifiers and the behaviour of circuits and components at high frequencies. The module also explores the use of analogue to digital conversion in the context of embedded systems, digital interf

This module provides you with the fundamentals of machine learning, introducing basic machine learning concepts and algorithms which serves as a foundation to more specialised topics in artificial intelligence. Also, you'll take a hands-on approach to the application of machine learning for tackling problems using pattern recognition, data-driven methods and statistical techniques.

You'll cover fundamental concepts, models and principles related to the field of communication, using analytical tools for the design of modern communications systems, including Fourier analysis and signal processing, as well as the statistical treatment of signals. The module aims to provide you with a theoretical framework for understanding various aspects and components of communication systems and technologies.

This module will challenge you to design a prototype product within a tightly constrained set of software tools and hardware components. You'll be equipped to proficiently write, compile, run and debug C++ programs using standard techniques. It involves implementing diverse embedded software techniques on microcontrollers, emphasising the refining of diverse project skills in embedded systems design projects. The major objective is to develop proficiency in programming a state-of-the-art microco

Building on the digital electronics covered in year 1, you'll be taught how to implement digital designs onto programmable hardware using industry-standard tools, as well as simulate and verify designs before and after implementation. This module covers the study of microprocessors and FPGAs, providing a deep insight into computer architectures. Starting from transistors, you'll learn how to design your own computer and how to write computer programs in assembly language and binary machine code.

Learn the fundamentals of the Internet-of-Things (IoT) technologies. This module is tailored to develop your knowledge and skills in the development of IoT systems, exploring the principles, techniques and tools of networking and communications, edge computing and other core aspects of IoT systems.

Gain an understanding of the theory and practice of control systems, including linear systems analysis using Laplace transforms and transfer functions, the transient response of feedback systems and stability criteria.

You'll build the knowledge and skills in more specialised topics in artificial intelligence. You'll learn how to design, implement and evaluate advanced artificial intelligence in different application contexts such as autonomous learning systems. You'll also study topics in explainable and ethical artificial intelligence.

This module covers the foundational aspects of signals, exploring time and frequency domain representations. You'll learn to perform calculations on signal properties and comprehend the principles and applications of analogue-to-digital conversion (ADC), calculating requirements for typical ADC systems. You'll gain an understanding of selecting and designing analogue circuits for audio signal conditioning, encompassing amplifiers, buffers and filters. Furthermore, you'll also gain insight into t

The Individual Engineering Project module is a simulation/hands-on experience that allows you to apply your engineering knowledge to a real-world problem. You'll plan, design and execute a project, demonstrating your ability to manage time and resources effectively. The project encourages independent thinking, problem solving and the application of theoretical knowledge. This module is a significant component of an engineering degree, reflecting the practical, applied nature of the field.

Through comprehensive learning, you'll gain proficiency in the principles underlying the compression and distribution of digital audio and video, as well as the intricacies of the DVB-T system within the digital television domain.

Explore the key aspects of working in a professional engineering environment and managing engi