Programme summary for BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering
About the programme
The 21st Century will be characterised by unparalleled technological development and change with the pace of discovery remaining high, particularly in the field of electrical and electronic engineering. This is probably the fastest-growing branch of professional engineering, incorporating a whole spectrum of activities and specialisation from computing and automation through to communications and power electronics.
Professional qualifications
The BEng programmes are accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), and can lead, with further experience and professional development, to the status of Chartered Engineer.
2-subject degrees
You can combine this programme with a range of other subjects as part of a 2-subject degree. Popular combinations include Electrical & Electronic Engineering with Health Promotion, and Electrical & Electronic Engineering with International Business.
Programme structure
Study is based on three years full-time or four years sandwich programme. Students who Do not have the entry requirement for this programme can benefit from an extended four-year full-time programme. The sandwich option requires an industrial placement year between years two and three. The programme is modular and is based on core studies supported by a number of optional modules in the final year. There are six modules of study each year.
Career opportunities
Electrical and electronic engineering is at the forefront of technological development and as such this degree can qualify you for a wide range of careers in engineering, manufacturing and technology companies across the private sector.
Support
The School prides itself on its student support systems. We operate an open door policy with students encouraged to consult with their tutors. Personal Tutors and Programme Tutors will monitor your progress and provide assistance and advice with academic and personal problems. We are pleased for students to consult whichever tutor they are comfortable talking to.
The school facilities include dedicated computer laboratories and equipment that you are free to use whenever it is not being used for a class. Each laboratory has a Laboratory Technician permanently on hand to help. All formal laboratory classes are supported by academics.
Employer links are maintained through our industrial Liaison Group and employers are invited to attend the University to talk to students about careers in engineering. Key local engineering employers judge an annual competition to student presentation skills. This is an optional presentation for our final year students.
Admission
GCE Advanced level or equivalent, including Mathematics and a Science subject. A minimum UCAS tariff of 240 is required at A level or a BTEC/EDEXEL national qualification in a cognate subject with 7 merits at level III including mathematics and an appropriate analytical subject. Applicants from recognised foundation year programmes may also apply.
Applicants from mature students will be considered on merit and all applicants will be interviewed. Those who do not meet the specified entry criteria may be accepted on the extended degree programmes which will prepare students for year 1 of their programme. Entry will be determined on qualifications and experience.
In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then an overall IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) is required together with a minimum of 6.0 for Writing and Speaking and 5.5 for Reading and Listening.
Key facts
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