BSc Honours Hardware Engineering
- Entry level
- A-Level entry
- Field of study
- Computing, ICT & Electronics
- Duration
- 4 years
- Institution
- University of Zimbabwe
Entry requirements
This is a degree. It is entered after A-Level, so O-Level results alone are not enough.
As the institution publishes it
Normal entry: at least 2 'A' Level passes from Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics (or recognised equivalents); five 'O' Level passes including Mathematics, an official indigenous language or approved equivalent, and any other subject deemed necessary. Special entry: Diploma in IT or equivalent.
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About this programme
Focuses on the physical side of computing. You study electronics, circuit design, microprocessors, devices and testing, so you can design, build and repair computer and electronic hardware. Suits tinkerers who like building and fixing electronic devices. Practical bench work is central, supporting the local ICT hardware, assembly and repair ecosystem.
What you will study
Electronics and circuits; microprocessors and microcontrollers; digital design; device testing; embedded systems; computer architecture; manufacturing basics.
Further study and pathways
MSc in electronic or computer engineering; electronics design, repair and ICT hardware industries.
Source: University of Zimbabwe: UZ_Undergraduate_Programme_Catalogue.xlsx, sheet "Programmes"
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