Program Overview

Electronic Engineering and Internet of Things (including foundation year) - BEng (Hons)

The Electronic Engineering and Internet of Things (including foundation year) BEng course is designed for students who want to study an undergraduate degree but do not have traditional qualifications or cannot meet the requirements to enter the standard three-year degree. This four-year degree with a built-in foundation year will equip students with fundamental knowledge concerning electronics, mathematical techniques, and computing, as well as vital study skills.

Why study this course?

This course is ideal for students who want to pursue a career in industries that require skills and knowledge related to the Internet of Things and electronics, such as telecommunications, healthcare, and automotives. Throughout the course, students will receive exceptional support from staff, including regular feedback on assessments and progress. There will also be opportunities to work on transferable and employability skills, with interview and job application skills workshops organized by the careers service team.

Course details

• Course type: Undergraduate
• Student: UK and International
• Typical duration: 4 years
• Location: Holloway
• UCAS code: H206
• Entry requirements: At least one A level (or a minimum of 32 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification), English Language and Mathematics GCSE at grade C/4 or above

Accreditation of Prior Learning

Any university-level qualifications or relevant experience gained prior to starting university could count towards the course at London Met. Students can find out more about applying for Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL).

English language requirements

To study a degree at London Met, students must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. If a Student visa is required, students may need to provide the results of a Secure English Language Test (SELT) such as Academic IELTS. This course requires students to meet the standard requirements.

Assessment

Assessments in the foundation year will consist of summative assignments, reflective reports, progress tests, coursework, and practical workshops. In the subsequent three years of study, students will also be assessed by written and laboratory-based examinations, as well as a final year engineering project or dissertation.

Where this course can take you

After graduation, students will be well-equipped to begin a career in areas such as cyber-physical systems, electronics, and the Internet of Things (IoT). There will also be opportunities for postgraduate study at master's, MPhil, or PhD level.

Course modules

The modules listed below are for the academic year 2025/26 and represent the course modules at this time. Modules and module details (including location and time) are subject to change over time.

Year 0 modules

• Cyber Security Fundamentals
• Introduction to Robotics and Internet of Things
• Mathematics
• Programming

Year 1 modules

• Communications Engineering
• Electronics Systems
• Logic and Mathematical Techniques
• Programming

Year 2 modules

• Advanced Electronics Systems
• Microprocessors & Embedded Systems
• Mobile Communications Systems
• Network Engineering
• Work Related Learning

Year 3 modules

• Broadband Systems 1
• Digital Systems Applications
• IoT Systems and Security
• Project
• Applied Robotics
• Broadband Systems 2
• Computer Vision
• Ethical Hacking
• Wireless Networks (Cisco)

Additional costs

Please note that, in addition to the tuition fee, there may be additional costs for things like equipment, materials, printing, textbooks, trips, or professional body fees. Additionally, there may be other activities that are not formally part of the course and not required to complete the course, but which students may find helpful (for example, optional field trips). The costs of these are additional to the tuition fee and the fees set out above and will be notified when the activity is being arranged.