student profile

Electronic Engineering and Computer Science 93
Key facts – electronic engineering and computer science
STUDENT PROFILE
Kareem Khazem
Computer Science
“I really enjoy the intellectual challenge of being a
student. There’s so much hard work and dedication
required to complete the degree, but because I enjoy
it so much, it’s all the more rewarding at the end. At
A-Level, I felt I was just working to get a grade; now I
work hard because I love it, and that makes studying
enjoyable again.
“My professors are all superb. Many of them are quite
famous in their fields, so they know their stuff, and
they also genuinely love to teach, and again that
makes studying so much more enjoyable. The highquality
research taking place in the School was one
of the reasons I chose Queen Mary, it inspires me
as I may pursue postgraduate study after I finish my
degree.
“There’s a very modern gym, and all the societies
you could hope for. If you like clubbing, Queen Mary
is the uni for you – the East End is great for clubs.
And the Students’ Union puts on some good student
nights.
“The best moment so far Getting an A in all of my
modules. There’s absolutely nothing like that feeling.”
Assessment
Assessment for most modules is through a combination
of examination and coursework. Coursework can take
many different forms appropriate to the individual
module. Laboratory-based modules are often assessed
through practical assignments, while more theoretical
modules may be assessed through exercise sheets or
written assignments.
Project work, both group and individual, forms a
significant component of assessment in your programme.
During your second year, you will undertake an extended
group project and during your final year, you will
undertake a substantial individual project. You will be
guided in your project work by a consultant or supervisor,
who will meet with you regularly and advise you on both
academic content and project management issues.
Projects are normally assessed through a combination
of written report, practical demonstration and oral
examination.
For further information regarding assessment for
specific modules, please see www.eecs.qmul.ac.uk
Our teaching
Classes include lectures, laboratory sessions and tutorial
sessions. In lectures, you will learn core material, while
in laboratory and tutorial sessions, you will work on
problem-based learning activities in smaller classes.
You will spend 15-20 hours per week in timetabled
classes, as well as undertaking independent work and
study. You will meet with your personal adviser regularly
to ensure that you are settling in and progressing well.
Throughout your programme, we highlight issues
relevant to the professional context of your studies.
We strongly encourage you to get experience of applying
your knowledge and skills through paid or unpaid work
opportunities or a year-long industrial placement.
Admissions
All prospective applicants should make their
applications through the Universities and Colleges
Admissions Service (UCAS). Applicants will be
considered for admission based on our published entry
criteria. Selected applicants may be invited to attend an
interview and all will be invited to attend an open day.
Further information
A brochure giving further details of our degree
programmes is available on request. Our website at
www.eecs.qmul.ac.uk contains the most up-to-date
information on our degree programmes, including
information on all the available modules, examples of
student projects and feedback from our students and
graduates. For further information regarding assessment
for specific programmes, please contact us.
email: enquiries@eecs.qmul.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 7336/7332
www.eecs.qmul.ac.uk