Electronic and Electrical Engineering BEng(Hons)

About the course

Electronic and electrical engineering is behind the technologies that have driven the global economy for decades and society needs electronic and electrical engineers of the future to be innovative and adventurous. EngineeringUK projections suggest net growth in engineering roles of 2.8% compared to 2.3% in all occupations. Growth at that level would lead to 173,000 new engineering and technology jobs by 2030.*

This course provides you with the skills to convert theory into practice so that you could become an innovator of the future. Electronic and electrical engineering doesn't just lead to a career, it's a gateway to improved prospects, increased earning potential, and the ability to shape your own path in this crucial industry. The systems created by this vital industry keep society running and creative talent is needed to ensure these systems are maintained in an ethical and sustainable manner.

You’ll be taught by academics who are also professional engineers, many of whom have years of industry and research experience. We cover the generation, distribution, application and control of electrical energy.

**Engineering skills needs – now and into the future, EngineeringUK labour market analysis, May 2023

Why study Electronic and Electrical Engineering BEng(Hons) at Huddersfield?

Our aim is to provide you the knowledge and skills to succeed in this fast-paced sector, the top five job titles advertised in the UK for graduate roles associated with Electronic and Electrical Engineering are Test Engineers, Power Electronics Engineers, Shift Engineers, Lead Electrical Engineers and Electrical Test Engineers*.We'll explore the principal aspects of electronic and electrical engineering, investigating areas such as, sustainable power generation, integrated electronic and electrical systems and performance and electronic control of electric machines.

In our Electronic and Electrical Engineering subject area, our degree programmes share the same first year of study, so you can leave your options open until the start of your second year.

Following your second year, you’ll have the opportunity to take part in an optional industry work placement, where you’ll put your knowledge into practice and boost your employability. In your final year you will work on a selected individual research/design project with the support of your academic supervisor. It is possible to align this with one of the Master's team projects, which involve the design, build and friendly competitive testing of either a road, airborne or rail vehicle, for example, Team HARE, Team Hawk or HudRail

During year one and two, you'll take part in our EnABLE (Engineering in an Activity Based Learning Environment) initiative. This sees you work in small teams to solve real engineering problems. EnABLE reflects how real engineering departments operate, which could boost your employability when undertaking an optional industrial placement and when securing your first graduate role post-university.

Study in this in-demand industry with a degree in Electronic and Electrical Engineering. Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), which helps you achieve Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status and part of Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.

*Lightcast data – job postings from May 2022 to May 2023 showing jobs advertised associated with a selection of relevant graduate roles.

Entry requirements

Additional Information

Applicants who are studying A Level Electronics but are not studying A Level Maths, may be invited to take a Maths test. Decisions will be based on a pass in the Maths test, as well as achieving the required UCAS tariff points.

Entry is also possible from the Engineering Foundation Year. To progress onto this course from the Foundation Year you must pass all modules and achieve an average mark of 40% or above.

A Levels (in addition to A2 Mathematics) must include one of the following: Electronics, Physics, Further and Additional Mathematics, Statistics, Design and Technology: Systems and Control, Computer Science, Chemistry.

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering (instead of A2 Mathematics) must be one of the following: Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Engineering.

If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent. Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our International Entry Requirements page.

Other suitable skills or experience gained in a relevant industry will be considered. For further information please see the University's minimum entry requirements.

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