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    Systems engineering is an interdisciplinary area of engineering that enables the building, analyzing, and managing of a system. There is a wide range of specific areas and programs you can study including computing, electrical, mechanical, or biological systems engineering.

    As a systems engineering student, you’ll be concerned with the development of new technological possibilities, and how they can be put to use as quickly and efficiently as possible. You’ll get the chance to learn from industry experts, and gain experience developing operable systems that meet customer requirements.

    Degree programs in systems engineering are available all over the world. Choosing to study abroad means you can access some of the best programs and facilities available, and you’ll gain a unique, global perspective on the subject. It’s also a fantastic opportunity to broaden your horizons, learn a new language, and make new friends.

    Systems engineering program structure

    You can study systems engineering at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. As an undergraduate student, you can study for a certificate or diploma, which will prepare you for further study, or entry-level employment.

    Like many engineering programs, at bachelor’s level you can study systems engineering as a BSc or BEng (Bachelor of Engineering). In some countries, the BEng is more common, and it usually includes more practical modules than the BSc. Some universities also offer an MEng (Master of Engineering) program, which is the same as the BEng but includes an extra year that converts your qualification to a master’s.

    Bachelor’s programs can last between three and five years. If you already have a bachelor’s in a related subject you can study for an MSc in systems engineering over one or two years. Postgraduate programs are often offered in a specialized area, like embedded systems, or mechatronic systems.

    As systems engineering programs are usually offered in specific subjects, like computing systems engineering, the teaching methods and assessment will depend on the course you choose. Most will involve lectures and seminars, as well as lots of practical sessions in workshops and labs. The course content will also vary based on your choice of program, but common modules include:

    • Introduction to engineering
    • Engineering design
    • Dynamics and thermodynamics
    • Mathematics for engineering
    • System modeling
    • Circuit theory
    • Digital technologies
    • Practical project management
    Systems engineering program structure

    You can study systems engineering at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. As an undergraduate student, you can study for a certificate or diploma, which will prepare you for further study, or entry-level employment.

    Like many engineering programs, at bachelor’s level you can study systems engineering as a BSc or BEng (Bachelor of Engineering). In some countries, the BEng is more common, and it usually includes more practical modules than the BSc. Some universities also offer an MEng (Master of Engineering) program, which is the same as the BEng but includes an extra year that converts your qualification to a master’s.

    Bachelor’s programs can last between three and five years. If you already have a bachelor’s in a related subject you can study for an MSc in systems engineering over one or two years. Postgraduate programs are often offered in a specialized area, like embedded systems, or mechatronic systems.

    As systems engineering programs are usually offered in specific subjects, like computing systems engineering, the teaching methods and assessment will depend on the course you choose. Most will involve lectures and seminars, as well as lots of practical sessions in workshops and labs. The course content will also vary based on your choice of program, but common modules include:

    • Introduction to engineering
    • Engineering design
    • Dynamics and thermodynamics
    • Mathematics for engineering
    • System modeling
    • Circuit theory
    • Digital technologies
    • Practical project management

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    Systems engineering undergraduate programs

    Bachelor's in systems engineering

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      Biological Systems Engineering - Food and Bioprocess Engineering emphasis - BSc University of Nebraska-Lincoln, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      27,000 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 27,000 USD

      Start date
      August, June, January
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      Biological Systems Engineering, Natural Resources Conservation Engineering Option - BSc Florida A&M University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      17,940 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 17,940 USD

      Start date
      January, August
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      Computer Systems Engineering / Business - BComp University of Newcastle, Australia

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      5 years
      Annual tuition fee
      25,116 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 32,475 AUD

      Start date
      September, July, February
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      Human Systems Engineering (User Experience) - BSc Arizona State University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      29,253 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 29,253 USD

      Start date
      May, January
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      Computer Systems Engineering and Robotics - BSc (Hons) (with foundation) London Metropolitan University, UK

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      17,569 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 12,700 GBP

      Start date
      September, January
      Show program overview about Computer Systems Engineering and Robotics
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    Diploma in systems engineering

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      Computer Systems Engineering, Advanced - AdvDip RMIT University, Australia

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      13,921 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 18,000 AUD

      Start date
      July, February
      Show program overview about Computer Systems Engineering, Advanced
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      Computer Systems Technology: Information Systems Engineering (Co-op) - AdvDip (with placement) Sheridan College, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      40 months
      Annual tuition fee
      14,526 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 18,167 CAD

      Start date
      September, January
      Show program overview about Computer Systems Technology: Information Systems Engineering (Co-op)
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    Systems engineering graduate programs

    Master's in systems engineering

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      Industrial Systems Engineering - MSc University of Gloucestershire, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      19,713 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 14,250 GBP

      Start date
      September
      Show program overview about Industrial Systems Engineering
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      Electrical Energetics Systems Engineering - MEng Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Lithuania

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      4,673 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 3,900 EUR

      Start date
      September
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      Systems Engineering - MSc University of Maryland, Baltimore County, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      22,896 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 22,896 USD

      Start date
      August
      Show program overview about Systems Engineering
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      Software Systems Engineering - MAppSc University of Regina, Canada

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      10,927 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 13,666 CAD

      Start date
      January, September
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      Geospatial Systems Engineering - MSc Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      11,536 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 11,536 USD

      Start date
      August, January
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    Doctorate in systems engineering

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      Electrical Engineering - Systems Engineering Track - PhD University of Maryland, Baltimore County, USA

      Program type
      Doctorate
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      22,896 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 22,896 USD

      Start date
      August, January
      Show program overview about Electrical Engineering - Systems Engineering Track
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      Industrial Systems Engineering - PhD University of Regina, Canada

      Program type
      Doctorate
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      11,241 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 14,058 CAD

      Start date
      January, September
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    Diploma in systems engineering

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      Energy Systems Engineering Technician - OCDip Centennial College, Canada

      Program type
      Postgraduate diploma
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      13,218 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 16,531 CAD

      Start date
      September
      Show program overview about Energy Systems Engineering Technician
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    Future systems engineering careers

    As a broad, interdisciplinary subject, systems engineering can open up a huge number of career opportunities. If you choose to study a specific area of systems engineering, this will have a large impact on what careers you’ll be eligible for after graduation. Some popular job roles for graduates include:

    • Computing systems engineer
    • Mechanical systems engineer
    • Operations manager
    • Logistics specialist
    • Project manager
    • Analyst

    A systems engineering program will give you a wide range of transferable skills, so don’t worry if you don’t know exactly what career you want to pursue after graduation. If you need help deciding, speak to the university’s career services who can help find the right path.