Program Overview

Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Robotics, MEng

Introduction

Robotics engineers design, build and develop machines and systems for sectors as diverse as manufacturing, energy, aerospace, transport and healthcare. This programme combines electrical and electronic engineering with robotics and artificial intelligence to equip you with the knowledge and skills for a career in the booming robotics and automation sector.

Study Information

At a Glance

• Learning Mode: On Campus Learning
• Degree Qualification: MEng
• Duration: 60 months
• Study Mode: Full Time
• Start Month: September
• Location of Study: Aberdeen
• UCAS Code: H6H7
• Pathway Programme Available: Undergraduate Foundation Programme

Year 1

Compulsory Courses

• Principles of Electronics (EG1008)
• CAD and Communication in Engineering Practice (EG1010)
• Electronics Design (EE1501)
• Engineering Mathematics 1 (EG1504)
• Fundamentals of Engineering Materials (EG1012)
• Fundamental Engineering Mechanics (EG1510)
• Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen (PD1002)

Optional Courses

• Select 30 credit points from courses of choice at Levels 1 or 2.

Year 2

Compulsory Courses

• Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics (EG2004)
• Design and Computing in Engineering Practice (EG2501)
• Process Engineering (EG2011)
• Engineering Mathematics 2 (EG2012)
• Electrical and Mechanical Systems (EG2503)
• Electronic Systems (EE2504)

Optional Courses

• Select 30 credit points from courses of choice at Levels 1 or 2.

Year 3

Compulsory Courses

• Control Systems (EE3043)
• Electrical Power Engineering (EE3557)
• Signals, Systems & Signal Processing (EE3053)
• C / C++ Programming (EE3093)
• Communications Engineering 1 (EE3576)
• Electrical and Electronics Engineering Design (EE3579)
• Project and Safety Management (EG3599)
• Engineering Analysis and Methods 1a (EG3007)
• Digital Systems (EE3580)

Year 4

Compulsory Courses

• Sensing and Instrumentation (EE4017)
• Electrical Machines and Drives (EE40FE)
• Computer and Software Engineering (EE40GA)
• Communications Engineering 2 (EE4546)

Optional Courses

• Select one of:
  • Individual Project (EG45PE)
  • Industrial Individual Project (EG45PF)
  • Individual Project Abroad (EG45PA)

Year 5

Compulsory Courses

• EG505P Intelligent Robotics for Energy Infrastructure
• Introduction to Mobile Robotics and Bioinspiration (EG504M)
• Advanced Control Engineering (EE501T)
• The Engineer in Society (EG501W)
• Kinematics and Dynamics of Industrial Robot Arms (EG554V)
• Mathematical Optimisation (EG551T)
• MEng Group Design (EG5565)

How You'll Study

Learning Methods

• E-learning
• Lab Work
• Lectures
• Research
• Tutorials

Assessment Methods

• Coursework such as essays and reports completed throughout the course
• Practical assessments of the skills and competencies learned on the course
• Written examinations at the end of each course

Why Study Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Robotics?

• Ranked 12th UK, 1st in Scotland for General Engineering (Complete University Guide 2022)
• Ranked 12th UK, 2nd in Scotland for General Engineering (Guardian 2022)
• Electrical and electronic engineering is a varied and exciting discipline which provides core enabling technologies for the modern world.
• The results of the diverse work of electrical and electronic engineers ranges from the power systems that harness the sun’s energy to tweezers so small they can manipulate individual atoms.
• We deliver teaching in world-class facilities, including laboratories dedicated to areas of work such as satellite communications, computer-aided design, electrical machines, materials testing, laser welding, hydraulics and fluids, large structures and geotechnics.
• The Institute of Energy and Technology and the AUSA EEE Society are highly active, offering you the chance to network and grow your skills.
• We are well connected with local, national and international industry, where you get the chance to experience real-life industry challenges and projects, through guest lectures, company visits and networking events.
• We are an Academic Partner of The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), thereby facilitating direct exchange of knowledge between the industry and students. Through this partnership, the university sponsors IET Student Membership for students registered in UG EEE degree programmes.
• Here at Aberdeen, you will be taught by leading international experts in Electrical and Electronic Engineering. The EEE team at Aberdeen consists of 6 Chartered Engineers (CEng), 2 Fellows of the Institute of Engineering and Technology and 3 Senior Members of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).

Entry Requirements

Qualifications

• SQA Highers: AABB (Mathematics and Physics or Engineering Science required)
• A Levels: ABB (AB required in Mathematics, plus at least one from Physics, Design & Technology, Engineering or Chemistry)
• International Baccalaureate: Minimum of 34 points including Mathematics and Physics at HL (6 or above)
• Irish Leaving Certificate: Five subjects at Higher, with 4 at H2 and 1 at H3. H2 or above in Mathematics and H3 or above in Physics required.

English Language Requirements

• IELTS Academic: OVERALL - 6.0 with: Listening - 5.5; Reading - 5.5; Speaking - 5.5; Writing - 6.0
• TOEFL iBT: OVERALL - 78 with: Listening - 17; Reading - 18; Speaking - 20; Writing - 21
• PTE Academic: OVERALL - 59 with: Listening - 59; Reading - 59; Speaking - 59; Writing - 59
• Cambridge English B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency: OVERALL - 169 with: Listening - 162; Reading - 162; Speaking - 162; Writing - 169

Fees and Funding

• EU / International students: £24,800
• Home Students: £1,820
• England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland: £9,535

Careers

• Electrical and electronic engineering careers span many different roles and industry sectors, including power stations, offshore wind farms, computer components, specialised computers for industrial tasks, internet engineering, the design of instrumentation and much more.
• Recent graduate job roles have included: ROV Project Manager, Subsea Controls Engineer, Automation Control Engineer, Software Engineer, Telecoms Software Engineer, Engineering Project Coordinator.
• Recent graduates work at companies such as: Cisco Systems, Huawei, SMT, Lufthansa, Railways Network.

Accreditation

• Our Electrical and Electronic Engineering degrees are accredited by the Engineering Council and are your first step towards achieving Chartered Engineer status with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).