The University of Sheffield
Automatic Control and Systems Engineering

Undergraduate degrees in systems engineering

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As a qualified systems engineer, your career options are wide open. Systems engineering plays a pivotal role in all areas of engineering, from robotics and mechatronics to computing and control systems. It's also central to modern life in all its forms. So you could find yourself working in areas as diverse as aerospace, brain imaging, Formula 1 racing and finance, or even predicting climate change or reserves of raw materials.

And as a student with us you could be working with some of the biggest names in engineering. Our industry links give you the chance to work on projects and do placements with major companies like Rolls-Royce, BAE Systems and the European Space Agency.

What is systems engineering?

Learn with the best

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Our world-leading research and partnerships with industry mean you'll learn about the very latest developments. And you'll get to use some of the best facilities in the business – including a state-of-the-art computer suite and cutting edge robotics lab.

Learning environment

Our degrees

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All our degrees are professionally accredited. They're extremely flexible and bring together all the essential engineering disciplines: computing, electronics, mechanical engineering, control, aeronautics, biomechanics and complex systems.

More about our courses

What our students say

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Our friendly and supportive staff will help you get the most out of your course. But don't just take our word for it. Find out what our students think about their course, our department and student life in Sheffield.

Student stories

Your future

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Systems engineers are highly sought after by employers. Our graduates work all over the world with companies like British Airways, IBM and Unilever.

Your career | Year in industry | What employers say about us

Why Sheffield?

Image: popluar student area in SheffieldStudents quickly fall in love with Sheffield. You'll join the 2011 University of the Year. And you'll make your new home in a friendly city that has everything – culture, creativity, a buzzing social scene and stunning landscapes.

Student life in Sheffield | Systems engineering at Sheffield

What next?

Image: Open DayWant to know more? Come and meet us on an Open Day. Chat to our staff and take a tour of the department. Or if you're ready to apply, our application pages have all the information you'll need.

Open Days | Applying | Get in touch