Frequently Asked Questions
What's good about studying electronics at Bolton?
Quotes from current first year students studying BEng (Hons) Electronic and Computer Engineering:
"The University of Bolton provides a great deal of support to its students. In particular, the lecturers are approachable and willing to share their knowledge giving the student an appreciable learning experience."
"The open door access provided by staff. If you have a problem there is always a member of staff around to give you a hand. There are always computers available. No matter what time of day there are always computers free so you never have to wait around. Since starting at Bolton I have never encountered a problem of software being out of date and the labs are equipped with all of the equipment that I have ever needed."
What jobs are there in electronics?
Quotes from current first year students studying BEng (Hons) Electronic and Computer Engineering:
"I hope to go into the field of electronic research and design. I enjoy the problem solving side of electronics. I am particularly interested in digital electronics."
."At the present, it seems my career path will take one of two directions. As previously I have gained a teaching qualification, there is a likelihood my current course of Computing and Electronic Engineering will provide a basis for a career in educating related modules. Alternatively a career in electronic design has always had an appeal, so could be a potential career path."
What are the benefits of studying a course in Electronics and Computer Engineering?
Quotes from current first year students studying BEng (Hons)/BEng Electronic and Computer Engineering.
"There is a large amount of practical work on the course. It is not just years of number crunching. The department is also not very large so everyone knows each other and there is a good relaxed, friendly atmosphere around the place."...