Electronic and Electrical Engineering, MEng (Hons)

Overview

The Electronic and Electrical Engineering program at Swansea University is a four-year integrated degree that offers advanced technical and leadership skills, deeper specialization, and a direct pathway to professional accreditation. This degree will train students for a career in electrical, electronic, and nano-engineering positions across a wide range of sectors.

Key Course Details

• UK/EU Fees: ｣9,535 (2026)
• International Fees: ｣24,500 (2026)
• Mode of Study: Campus-based, full-time
• UCAS Code: H606 (4-year full-time), H600 (5-year full-time with a year abroad), H601 (5-year full-time with a year in industry)
• Typical Offer: AAA-AAB at A-level, including Mathematics

Modules

The program includes a range of modules, such as:

• Engineering for People Hackathon
• Digital Design
• Microcontrollers
• Circuit Analysis
• Software Engineering
• Engineering Mathematics
• Instrumentation and Control
• Signals and Systems
• Analogue Design
• Power Engineering
• Introduction to Electromagnetics

Year 1 (Level 4)

Compulsory Modules

• Engineering for People Hackathon
• Digital Design
• Microcontrollers
• Circuit Analysis
• Software Engineering
• Engineering Mathematics (EEE, General, and Mech)
• Engineering Tutorials: Year 1
• Instrumentation and Control
• Signals and Systems
• Analogue Design
• Power Engineering
• Introduction to Electromagnetics

Year 2 (Level 5)

Compulsory Modules

• AI, Machine Learning, and Data Analysis
• Electrical Machines
• Electronic Materials and Devices
• Embedded System Design
• Research Project Preparation
• Applied Electromagnetics
• Electrical Machines Laboratory
• Engineering Tutorials: Year 2
• Electronic Circuits
• Control Systems
• Digital Signal Processing
• Electronic Circuits Laboratory

Year 3 (Level 6)

Compulsory Modules

• Engineering Management (Aero, EEE, Mech)
• Intelligent Manufacturing and Robotics
• Power Electronics
• Individual Engineering Project
• Communications
• Integrated Circuit Design
• Microwave Circuits and Antennas
• Nanoelectronics

Year 4 (Level 7)

Compulsory Modules (for 5-year programs)

• Study Abroad (Engineering) or Industrial Placement Year (Engineering)

Year 5 (Level 7)

Compulsory Modules (for 5-year programs)

• Power Semiconductor Devices
• Advanced Power Electronics and Drives
• Sustainability and Environmental Assessment
• Group Project (Mechanical, Materials, and EEE)
• Modern Control Systems
• Advanced Power Systems
• Sustainable Energy and Power Electronics Laboratory
• Business Leadership for Engineers

Entry Requirements

• A-level: AAA-AAB, including Mathematics
• BTEC: DDD*, including Distinction in Engineering Principles and Further Engineering Mathematics units
• UK Access: 39 Distinctions (including all Maths modules), 6 Merits at Level 3
• T Levels: Distinction and grade B at A-level Maths
• International Baccalaureate: 34 points, including 5 at Higher Level or 6 at Standard Level in "Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches" or 34 points overall with 5 at Higher Level or 7 at Standard Level in "Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation"

Careers and Employability

Graduates of Electronic and Electrical Engineering are in high demand and have opportunities to work all over the world. Career paths include broadcast engineer, control and instrumentation engineer, IT consultant, network engineer, systems analyst, and multimedia programmer.

Academic Support

The Centre for Academic Success provides courses, workshops, and one-to-one support in areas such as academic writing, maths and statistics, critical thinking, time management, digital skills, presentation skills, note-taking, revision, memory, and exam techniques. Specialist Tutors are also available for students with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD), disabilities, mental health, or medical conditions.

Study Abroad and Global Opportunities

Students have the opportunity to study abroad for a semester or a year at one of the university's partner institutions. International summer programs are also available, ranging from 2 to 6 weeks, across destinations such as Sri Lanka, South Korea, Fiji, Bali, the USA, and Europe.

Tuition Fees

• UK/EU Fees: ｣9,535 (2026)
• International Fees: ｣24,500 (2026)

Funding and Scholarships

The university offers various scholarships and bursaries to support students' studies. International students may also be eligible for scholarships and bursaries.

Additional Costs

Students may incur additional costs, including travel to and from campus, printing, photocopying, binding, stationery, and equipment costs. The university provides access to free wireless internet across the campus and halls of residence.

Professional Body Accreditation

The MEng Electronic and Electrical Engineering program is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.

Meet Your Lecturers

The program is taught by world-class lecturers who are active researchers in their fields, including Advanced Power Electronics, Renewable Energy, Nanoscale Electronic Materials, Next Generation Communications, and more.

Welsh Provision

Although there is no formal Welsh-medium provision on this course, the university offers support for students who wish to study through the medium of Welsh or bilingually, including an interview through the medium of Welsh, correspondence in Welsh, and the opportunity to write and submit coursework in Welsh.

Outline:

MEng 4 Year Full-time Year 1 (Level 4) Compulsory Modules Module Name: Engineering Mathematics 1 (Mech & EEE & Engineering) Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-114 Module Name: Engineering for People Hackathon Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-133 Module Name: Digital Design Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-143 Module Name: Microcontrollers Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-151 Module Name: Circuit Analysis Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-155 Module Name: Electrical and Magnetic Properties of Materials Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EGA108 Module Name: Engineering Mathematics 2 (Mech & EEE & Engineering) Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-116 Module Name: Instrumentation and Control Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-142 Module Name: Signals and Systems Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-150 Module Name: Analogue Design Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-152 Module Name: Power Engineering Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EGA107 Module Name: Introduction to Electromagnetics Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EGA121 Year 2 (Level 5) Compulsory Modules Module Name: Statistical Methods in Engineering Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-219 Module Name: Electrical Machines Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-241 Module Name: Electronic Materials and Devices Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-242 Module Name: Software Engineering Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-244 Module Name: Group Design Exercise Module Duration: September-June Credits: 20 Module Code: EG-252 Module Name: Applied Electromagnetics Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EGA207 Module Name: Electrical Machines Laboratory Module Duration: September-January Credits: 5 Module Code: EGA222 Module Name: Electronic Circuits Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-240 Module Name: Control Systems Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-243 Module Name: Digital Signal Processing Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-247 Module Name: Semiconductor Technology Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EGA211 Module Name: Electronic Circuits Laboratory Module Duration: January-June Credits: 5 Module Code: EGA223 Year 3 (Level 6) Compulsory Modules Module Name: Embedded Systems Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-3082 Module Name: Power Systems Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-342 Module Name: Power Electronics Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-345 Module Name: Research Project Module Duration: September-June Credits: 30 Module Code: EG-353 Module Name: Engineering Management Module Duration: September-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-386 Module Name: Communications Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EGA333 Module Name: Integrated Circuit Design Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-319 Module Name: Microwave Circuits and Antennas Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-341 Optional Modules TB1 Optional Modules Choose Exactly 10 credits from the following Modules: Module Name: Guidance Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-355 AND TB2 Optional Modules Choose Exactly 10 credits from the following Modules: Module Name: Guidance Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-351 Year 4 (Level 7) Compulsory Modules Module Name: Power Semiconductor Devices Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EGLM00 Module Name: Advanced Power Electronics and Drives Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EGLM02 Module Name: Group Project (EEE) Module Duration: September-June Credits: 30 Module Code: EG-M121 Module Name: Sustainability and Environmental Assessment Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EGTM79 Module Name: Modern Control Systems Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EGLM03 Module Name: Advanced Power Systems Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EGLM05 Module Name: Sustainable Energy and Power Electronics Laboratory Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EGLM06 Module Name: Business Leadership for Engineers Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-M47 Optional Modules Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules: Module Name: Guidance Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: AT-M80 AND Module Name: Guidance Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-M125 AND Module Name: Guidance Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EGNM04 AND Module Name: Guidance Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: AT-M76 AND Module Name: Guidance Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EGLM01 AND Module Name: Guidance Module Duration: January-June Credits: 10 Module Code: EGNM09 MEng 5 Year Full-time (with a year abroad) Year 1 (Level 4) Compulsory Modules Module Name: Engineering Mathematics 1 (Mech & EEE & Engineering) Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-114 Module Name: Engineering for People Hackathon Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-133 Module Name: Digital Design Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-143 Module Name: Microcontrollers Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-151 Module Name: Circuit Analysis Module Duration: September-January Credits: 10 Module Code: EG-155 Module Name: Electrical and Magnetic Properties of Materials Module Duration:

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4 Year Full Time Start Date UK International September 2023 £ 9,000 £ 21,200 September 2024 £ 9,000 £ 22,250 5 Year Full Time With a Year Abroad Start Date UK International September 2023 £ 9,000 £ 21,200 September 2024 £ 9,000 £ 22,250 5 Year Full Time With a Year In Industry Start Date UK International September 2023 £ 9,000 £ 21,200 September 2024 £ 9,000 £ 22,250 Fees for full time Undergraduate UK students may be increased in subsequent years of study by an inflationary amount determined by Welsh Government. Fees for full time Undergraduate EU/International students will increase by 3% for each subsequent year of study. During a sandwich year (e.g. year in industry, year abroad or placement year) a lower fee will apply. For more information visit our tuition fees page. You can find further information of your fee costs on our tuition fees page. You can find further information of your fee costs on our tuition fees page.

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Overview:

• Founded in 1920 as University College of Swansea
• Received its Royal Charter in 1948, becoming Swansea University
• Consistently ranked among the top 30 universities in the UK
• Home to over 20,000 students from over 140 countries
• Notable achievements include:
  • 2019 Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education for its work in developing and delivering innovative teaching methods
  • 2018 Times Higher Education Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Local Community
  • 2017 Research Excellence Framework (REF) results showed that 90% of Swansea University's research was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent

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Student Life:

• Over 150 student clubs and societies
• Sports teams in a variety of disciplines, including rugby, football, and basketball
• Student support services include:
  • Counseling and mental health support
  • Disability support
  • Financial advice
  • International student support
• Campus facilities include:
  • Bay Campus: Modern campus with state-of-the-art facilities, including a library, sports center, and student union
  • Singleton Campus: Historic campus with a mix of traditional and modern buildings, including the iconic Singleton Abbey
  • Tycoch Campus: Home to the College of Engineering and the School of Management

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Academics:

• Academic resources include:
  • Over 400 undergraduate and postgraduate programs
  • World-class research facilities
  • Extensive library resources
• Faculty:
  • Over 1,000 academic staff, including internationally renowned researchers and industry experts
• Teaching methodologies:
  • Focus on student-centered learning
  • Use of innovative teaching methods, such as problem-based learning and flipped classrooms
• Academic support services:
  • Academic skills workshops
  • Writing center
  • Math and statistics support
• Unique academic programs or initiatives:
  • Swansea Employability Academy: Provides students with opportunities to develop employability skills
  • Swansea University Global: Offers international study and research opportunities

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Top Reasons to Study Here:

• Top 30 UK university
• Excellent teaching and research
• World-class facilities
• Strong industry connections
• Vibrant student life
• Notable alumni include:
  • Michael Sheen, actor
  • Catherine Zeta-Jones, actress
  • Sir Terry Matthews, entrepreneur

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Services:

• Counseling and mental health support
• Health center
• Housing services
• Library resources:
  • Over 1 million books and journals
  • Access to online databases and e-resources
• Technology support:
  • Free Wi-Fi across campus
  • Computer labs and printing facilities
• Career development services:
  • Career counseling
  • Job search assistance
  • Employer networking events