Electronic and Computer Engineering (Year 3 out), MEng (Hons), with industry placement

This course provides comprehensive insights into computing systems and software essential for advancing technology amid smart devices and global green energy demands. Learning occurs through individual and group laboratory work, covering topics such as analogue and digital electronics, circuits, systems, computing, communications, and electrical energy applications. The third year involves an industry placement, where students can secure positions or arrange their own, while remaining university-registered with tutor support. Graduates gain expertise in hardware and software engineering, enabling rewarding careers. All electrical and electronic programs share core content in the first two years, allowing specialization from year three, with the five-year MEng option offering deeper knowledge for Chartered Engineer status.The curriculum begins with a common first-year program in engineering mathematics, power and energy, and information systems. In the second year, students enhance design skills via lab-based modules like digital communications and practical engineering solutions. The fourth year explores advanced topics including engineering mathematics, analogue electronics, and integrated circuits, plus optional modules. The final year features an individual project and study of state-of-the-art technologies, often contributing to departmental research initiatives.

All students follow a common programme in year one and you will study topics such as engineering mathematics, power and energy and information and systems. In year two, you will develop your design skills through a variety of lab based subjects. Modules include digital communications and practical engineering design solutions. The industrial placement is completed in your third year. Year four topics include advanced engineering mathematics, analogue electronics and integrated circuits and systems, as well as a range of optional modules. In your final year, you will undertake an individual project and study state-of-the-the-art technologies. In many cases, this project contributes to the major industrially related programmes undertaken by research groups within the department.