Program Overview

Electronic and Electrical Engineering (Communication Systems) BEng (Hons)

Overview

Our Electronic and Electrical Engineering (Communication Systems) BEng degree is a modern course that has been developed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to work and research in electronic and electrical engineering with specialisation in digital communication systems. This programme will help to develop underlying knowledge and skills appropriate for today's digital communication systems including introduction to standardised systems.

Key Information

• Course code: H663 (H664 with placement)
• Start date: September
• Placement available: Yes
• Mode of study: 3 years full-time, 4 years full-time with placement
• Fees:
  • 2026/27: UK (£9,535), International (£21,795)
• Entry requirements:
  • ABB - BBB (A-level) including Maths and one of the following subjects; Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, Environment Studies, Computer Science, Electronics or Design and Technology
  • DDD - DDM (BTEC) in Engineering, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering
  • 31-30 (IB) including 5 in Higher Level Maths and one of the following subjects; Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Geography or Design Technology

Course Content

The course is delivered over three years (four with placement) and includes a range of compulsory and optional modules. Key areas of study include:

• Engineering Mathematics and Programming
• Engineering Practice
• Engineering Systems and Energy
• Electronic Devices and Systems
• Digital Devices and Systems
• Communication Systems
• Electrical Engineering and Sustainability
• Electronic Systems
• Microcontroller Group Design Project
• Professional Practices and Business for Engineers
• Signals and Systems
• Microcontroller Principles
• Digital Systems Design
• Advanced Electronics
• Individual Project
• Digital Communication Systems
• Engineering Management and Quality Engineering

Optional modules in the final year include:

• Artificial Intelligence Systems
• Embedded Systems
• Robotics and Control Systems
• Sustainable Electrical Energy Systems
• Applied Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Careers and Your Future

Graduates from this course can expect to find employment in a wide range of industries, including telecommunications, electronics, and engineering. The course is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in these fields, and many graduates go on to work for major companies or pursue further study.

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements for the course include:

• A-levels: ABB - BBB including Maths and one of the following subjects; Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, Environment Studies, Computer Science, Electronics or Design and Technology
• BTEC: DDD - DDM in Engineering, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering
• IB: 31-30 including 5 in Higher Level Maths and one of the following subjects; Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Geography or Design Technology
• Access to HE Diploma: Obtain a minimum of 128 UCAS tariff points in the Access to HE Diploma Engineering or Engineering Science and Maths with 45 credits at Level 3. All Maths and Science units must be Distinctions at level 3.

Fees and Funding

Fees for the course are:

• UK: £9,535 (2026/27)
• International: £21,795 (2026/27)
• Placement year: £1,385

Teaching and Learning

The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, laboratory classes, and project work. Students will have access to modern technical facilities, including computer, electronics, and power and control laboratories.

Assessment and Feedback

Assessment is through a combination of coursework, presentations, technical and laboratory reports, exams, and a final year individual project. Feedback is provided throughout the course to help students improve their performance.