Why study computer engineering/science at UoN?

Studying the combined degree Bachelor of Engineering (Computer)/Bachelor of Science – Physics major will qualify you with two degrees after just five years of full-time study.

Computer engineering is closely linked to the field of physics. This combined degree equips you with a strong foundation in both areas of knowledge. The computer engineering knowledge base is complemented with a fuller understanding of physical phenomena in areas such as quantum mechanics, semiconductor physics, optics and electromagnetism. As a graduate, you will have the necessary academic and professional skills suitable for a career in computer engineering. The additional study of physics offers you a better theoretical preparation for developing, understanding and using new electronics devices likely to be created in future years.

Graduates of this combined degree enjoy excellent career prospects gaining skills in the engineering of:

• digital and computer systems
• digital signal processing
• tracking and surveillance
• measurement and sensing
• data processing systems
• software engineering
• electronic systems
• manufacturing industry.

Physicists find employment in areas including:

• medical physics
• fibre-optics
• laser technology
• coal technology
• renewable energy technologies
• measurement technology
• computing
• data analysis and modelling
• finance and management
• research.

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Benefits of a combined degree

A combined degree means that you can achieve two qualifications in one go. You will have the advantage of graduating with two degrees, in less time than it would take to complete them separately. Find out more

Benefits of a combined degree

A combined degree means that you can achieve two qualifications in one go. You will have the advantage of graduating with two degrees, in less time than it would take to complete them separately.

For example, if you are interested in both arts and science, you can complete the requirements for both degrees by choosing the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science. After four years of full time study, you will graduate with two degree qualifications. Study them separately and it can take you up to six years full-time.

A combined degree will increase your career options, skills and knowledge, enhancing your academic and professional qualities, making you more desirable to employers. You will have more variety in your studies and satisfy more than one of your interests – you may be keen on drama and biology, this way you can study both.

There are some special requirements with combined degrees. Students must undertake a program of study that incorporates the requirements for each individual degree.