Internet of Things
The Internet of Things, commonly known as IoT, is the network of physical devices, vehicles, appliances, and other objects embedded with sensors, software, and connectivity that enables them to collect and exchange data. It encompasses smart home devices, connected health monitors, industrial automation systems, smart city infrastructure, agricultural sensors, and the growing universe of everyday objects that are becoming part of the digital world. IoT engineering combines embedded systems design, networking, data processing, and software development, and it is one of the fastest growing areas of technology, with billions of connected devices already in operation and many more expected in the coming decade.
At the University of Derby, this three-year full-time degree includes a foundation year for those who need to build their technical and academic foundations before entering the main programme, and a year abroad option for those who want to broaden their international perspective during their studies. You will develop skills in hardware and software integration, wireless networking, data analytics, security, and the programming needed to build and manage connected systems. Derby has a practical orientation in its technology degrees, and the programme is designed to develop graduates who are ready to work in the IoT industry rather than simply study it theoretically.
Graduates in Internet of Things engineering are well placed for careers in a sector that is growing across every industry. Smart manufacturing, smart cities, healthcare technology, logistics and supply chain, automotive systems, and consumer electronics are all major areas of IoT deployment. Roles in embedded systems development, IoT architecture, data engineering, network engineering, and product management are all accessible from this foundation.
The combination of hardware and software knowledge that IoT training develops is particularly valuable in a job market where specialists who can bridge the two are genuinely scarce. Postgraduate study in IoT, computer science, or data engineering is a further option. The typical entry tariff is 104 points.