Electrical Power and Control Engineering

About this course

Gain IET accreditation on LJMU's Electrical Power and Control Engineering MSc.

• Study at one the UK's leading Engineering Schools
• Follow a programme informed by internationally-acclaimed research from LJMU's Electrical and Electronic Engineering Research Centre 
• Look forward to career success with major UK and international employers
• Meet Chartered Engineer requirements
• This programme is available as a standard full-time Masters one-year programme (180 credits) or as an extended full-time Masters 20 month programme (240 credits).
• On both versions in semesters one and two you will study full-time at LJMU completing the taught modules.
• If you are on the one-year programme, you will complete your Dissertation over the summer.
• If you are on the 20 month programme, you will undertake the Group Design Project and your Dissertation in the second year.

This MSc includes the IET accreditation you need to boost your future employment opportunities. It can even be completed part-time to enable you to study as you remain in employment.

Industry-based research is a key element of the programme, keeping you up-to-date with the latest innovation and preparing you for employment in the sector or further research and PhD study.

Growing demand for electrical power engineers in the energy, automotive, and process industries means that, as a graduate, you could be involved in the design and development of electrical systems, such as those found in hybrid vehicles, cooling systems and aircraft actuators. You may also be working on the generation, distribution, regulation and conversion of electrical power.

During your studies you'll develop advanced analytical and experimental skills to design new power and control systems and learn how to critically analyse designs, their functionality and expected reliability. You will also gain a strong understanding of the capabilities and limitations of modelling and simulation tools.

 

Students who choose the two year MSc route will undertake a Group Design Project & Dissertation.

The Group Design Project aims to apply engineering, technology and scientific knowledge to a real-world design problem. Detailed ideas will be explored and developed through design, experimentation, computer modelling and/or manufacture.

 Why should I choose the 20 month route?

• The Group Design Project will encompass the wider aspects of social, economic, political, legislative, environmental, cultural, ethical and sustainability issues required in the modern environment.
• This route is designed for international students who wish to apply their knowledge to professional practice in the UK
• Industrial organisations across all sectors have identified a gap in the market for Engineers with good leadership and interpersonal skills in addition to their technical abilities.
• This route will equip you with the transferrable project management skills needed to excel in your chosen career.
• You will work in groups and meet regularly with an academic supervisor and any internal or external stakeholders in order to develop an effective team-working ethic.
• You will present your work through regular meetings with your supervisor as well as submitting progress reports and oral presentations. In this way you will have the chance to hone your communicative skills and leave University ready for the workplace.
• As an alternative to the group project on the two-year programme an industrial placement is a possibility in year two. 
• You will need to apply directly to companies offering placements – the offer of a placement will be subject to a successful interview with the employer. Although the University will provide support and guidance to find an appropriate placement they are not guaranteed.
• Please note that you cannot apply for the sandwich route before coming to LJMU – further information about applying to placement opportunities will be given during semester two of year one.

Fees and funding

There are many ways to fund postgraduate study for home and international students

Fees

The fees quoted at the top of this page cover registration, tuition, supervision, assessment and examinations as well as:

• Library membership with access to printed, multimedia and digital resources
• Access to programme-appropriate software
• Library and student IT support
• Free on-campus wifi via eduroam

Additional costs

Although not all of the following are compulsory/relevant, you should keep in mind the costs of:

• accommodation and living expenditure
• books (should you wish to have your own copies)
• printing, photocopying and stationery
• PC/laptop (should you prefer to purchase your own for independent study and online learning activities)
• mobile phone/tablet (to access online services)
• field trips (travel and activity costs)
• placements (travel expenses and living costs)
• student visas (international students only)

• study abroad opportunities (travel costs, accommodation, visas and immunisations)
• academic conferences (travel costs)
• professional-body membership
• graduation (gown hire etc)

Funding

There are many ways to fund postgraduate study for home and international students. From loans to International Scholarships and subject-specific funding, you'll find all of the information you need on our specialist postgraduate funding pages.

Please be aware that the UK's departure from the EU may affect your tuition fees. Learn more about your fee status and which tuition fees are relevant to you.

Employability

Further your career prospects

LJMU has an excellent employability record with 96% (HESA 2018) of our postgraduates in work or further study six months after graduation. Our applied learning techniques and strong industry connections ensure our students are fully prepared for the workplace on graduation and understand how to apply their knowledge in a real world context.

Electrical power and control engineering is a specialised field which offers many professional opportunities worldwide. A career in this area will enable you to travel widely, working in an exciting and dynamic industry.

This course will develop both the technical and managerial skills you need to succeed in your chosen career. Typical positions include System Designers, Analysts, and Senior Engineers in the fields of electrical engineering, process control and related industries. Leadership and management roles are often secured on graduation.

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Research Skills
10 credits

Modelling and Control of Electric Machines and Drives
20 credits

Control Systems
20 credits

Dynamic Systems Simulation
20 credits

Digital Control
20 credits

Power Systems Modelling and Analysis
10 credits

Professional and Leadership Skills
10 credits

Modelling and Simulation
10 credits

MSc Dissertation
60 credits