Course Summary

Electrical and Electronic Engineering is is a specialist programme of study, which builds on our established expertise in teaching electronic engineering. This course has been newly adapted in direct response to the need for qualified and skilled engineers in the electrical power industry. You will have the opportunity to study Electrical and Electronic Engineering on its own, or choose from two specialist streams Power and Systems Integration or Electronic Engineering), which share a common first and second year and comprise of specialist modules in year three. This course is aimed at those who wish to forge careers in the power generation, transmission or distribution industries, along with the power electronics industry and embedded power generation. The difference between the MEng and the BEng route is that as well as specialising in more advanced topics, you will fully meet the AHEP3 academic requirements for professional registration at the Chartered Engineer level.

Course Details - Modules

First year • Engineering Mathematics • Principles of Engineering Design • Mechanical Principles • Electrical Principles • CAD and Programming Second year • Advanced Engineering Mathematics • Control and Instrumentation • Electromagnetics • Applied Electronics • Project Management • Embedded Systems and Drives Third year • Individual Project • Advanced Digital Design Specialist Modules Power Electronics and Generation Electrical Transmission and Distribution Fourth year MEng (Hons) Group Project Business Management, Society, Accounting and Ethics Power Electronics Specialist Module Advanced Power Networks

Course Details – Assessment Method

The course is taught by experienced staff who will help you gain a sound understanding of engineering principles along with personal skills that will enable you to embark on a rewarding career. Student-centred learning takes place through research and presentation of findings, report writing, individual and group assignments as well as practical work-based exercises for development of skills and competence. Coursework components are largely laboratory-based and use assessment methods ranging from traditional formal reports, to group exercises assessed by logbook, oral examination and directed independent study. In the first year as part of the Principles of Engineering Design module, students take part in a group design project involving the design and construction of a machine to a set specification. Where possible, this is also assessed part way through the year by a presentation made to a practising Project Manager from local industry. You will normally attend around 12-16 hours of timetabled taught sessions each week, and are expected to undertake at least 24 further hours of directed independent study and assignments as required.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: H601

Institution code: D26

Campus Name: Leicester Campus

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

A-Level Maths or Physics at C or above


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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 75%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 65%

Go onto work and study: 85%

Fees and funding

Channel Islands 9250.0 Year 1
Republic of Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
EU 14750.0 Year 1
England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1
International 14750.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Please note that fees for subsequent years of study for continuing students are subject to an annual review. Any increase in fee will be in line with RPI-X (linked to the retail price index) and the fee cap set by the Government.

Provider information

The Gateway
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Leicester
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