Electrical and Electronic Engineering MSc

Program Overview

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Electrical and Electronic Engineering MSc

Course Overview

Electrical and electronic engineering (EEE) is integral to every aspect of contemporary life, as it underpins much of the modern technology and infrastructure.

Carbon neutrality, renewable energy and smart grids, the fourth industrial revolution, the internet of things (IoT) and industrial internet of things (IIoT), and the electric revolution are driving forces behind today’s technology. Electrical and electronic engineers are essential to powering these advancements.

Key course content includes:

• Modelling, design and analysis of electrical machines and drives, and power electronics
• Design and analysis of power systems and smart grids and study of renewable energy sources
• Advanced control methodologies and signal processing
• Microcontroller programming and field programmable gate arrays-based system design

Why You Should Study This Course

• Course content covers a significant body of science relevant to the subject area to develop your analytic and critical thinking.
• Apply your theoretical knowledge to practical problems drawing from real-world data and problems.
• Get hands-on experience with experimental set-ups and contemporary software tools relevant to the electrical and electronic engineering profession.
• You’ll cover a range of management, social, legal and professional topics relevant to engineering and its application in the real world.
• Gain practical experience and boost your CV with an additional professional placement.

What You'll Study

Course content focuses on electrical systems such as renewable energy, smart grids, and electrical machines and drives. It provides advanced knowledge on contemporary microcontrollers and field programmable gate arrays (FPGA)-based system design, digital communications, advanced control engineering and signal processing.

Modules

• Electrical Power Systems and Renewable Energy - 30 credits
  • Explore specialist areas such as solar photovoltaic (PV) modelling, wind turbine system design, smart grid and power electronics for renewable power systems.
  • You’ll look at detailed analysis of the operation of power systems and the integration of solar and wind energy generation systems to the grid, in the context of electrical and electronic industrial applications.
• Power Electronics, Electrical Machines and Drives - 30 credits
  • Develop your advanced understanding of the analysis and design skills required for the study and integration of power electronics and electrical machines into electric drive systems, used in up-to-date industrial applications.
• Embedded Hardware Applications - 30 credits
  • Cover the full development cycle from initial concept through design and testing, to final hardware realisation.
  • Different microcontrollers and hardware description language (HDL) design tools relevant to industry will be utilised.
• Control and Signal Processing - 30 credits
  • This module aims to develop an advanced understanding of the concepts of control theory and signal processing in the frequency domain, with applications in modern electrical and electronic industrial systems.
• Master’s with Professional Placement
  • If you successfully secure a placement in industry within your first semester, this master’s with professional placement option allows you to extend your 12-month master’s course up to an additional year to complete the placement before starting your final 60-credit module.
• Individual Project - 60 credits
  • This is your opportunity to put into practice the prior and new learning acquired from your taught modules to solve a significant engineering problem in a professional manner.

How You'll Learn

Teaching and learning methods may include:

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Tutorials
• Presentations
• Group projects
• Workshops
• Practical laboratory sessions

Teaching Contact Hours

As a full-time postgraduate student, you will study modules totalling 180 credits each academic year. A typical 30-credit module requires a total of 300 hours of study. Study hours are made up of teaching contact hours, and guided and independent study.

Teaching Hours

Teaching hours may vary, depending on where you are in your studies, but on average you will have between 8 and 12 teaching and learning hours each week.

Guided and Independent Study

Throughout your studies, you will be expected to spend time in guided and independent study to make up the required study hours per module.

Assessment

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which could vary depending on the module. Assessment methods may include:

• Reports
• Tests
• Essays
• Exams
• Practical coursework
• Assignments
• Viva
• Presentations

Entry Requirements

Typical entry requirements:

• UK: An honours degree 2:2 or above (or international equivalent) in a related discipline such as electronic engineering, computer engineering, communication engineering or physics, or at least two years professional sector experience.
• International: An honours degree 2:2 or above (or international equivalent) in a related discipline such as electronic engineering, computer engineering, communication engineering or physics, or at least two years professional sector experience.

English Language Requirements

• IELTS: 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 5.5.

Fees and Funding

• UK, Ireland, Channel Islands or Isle of Man: £11,200
• EU: £11,200 per year with EU Support Bursary
• International: £18,600

Facilities

• Electronics Laboratories
• Prototyping and manufacturing capabilities
• Printing
• In-house development board for embedded systems
• Electrical Laboratory
• Physics and Robotics Laboratory

Careers and Opportunities

The specialist topics studied in the programme aim to prepare you for a range of roles in various industries. These industries include electrical power generation and distribution (including renewables), transportation and industrial equipment manufacturing (especially with electrical drives), industrial measurement and monitoring systems, and robotics.

On successful completion, you will have knowledge of:

• Advanced principles of electrical and electronic engineering and their relationships to leading-edge, real-world applications
• Advanced analysis and design tools and processes
• The implementation and critical evaluation of design solutions relevant to the subject areas through simulation and practical applications.

On successful completion you should be able to:

• Critically appraise the main approaches to research design, sampling and analysis appropriate to engineering and construct research questions or hypotheses
• Conceptualise complex technical aspects of electrical and electronic engineering
• Conduct detailed and systematic technical analyses of aspects of electrical and electronic engineering
• Devise technical solutions to problems in the design and implementation of electrical and electronic engineering
• Critically evaluate literature and solutions relating to problems arising in the design and implementation aspects of electrical and electronic engineering
• Select, apply and critically appraise tools and techniques of advanced analysis and design
• Implement appropriate software and hardware solutions and simulations and critically evaluate the outcomes
• Plan, perform, critically evaluate and present the results of an independent project in a chosen specialist subject area.

Program Outline

MSc Electrical and Electronic Engineering - Extracted Information:

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Degree Overview:

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Objectives:

The MSc in Electrical and Electronic Engineering aims to equip students with practical skills and theoretical knowledge in a range of electronics fields, including digital systems, image and signal processing, robotics and sensors, electrical systems like renewable energy, smart grids, and advanced control engineering and instrumentation.

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Description:

This program provides students with the opportunity to:

• Design and implement electrical and electronic systems for practical applications.
• Develop expertise in areas like power systems, digital communications, robotics, and artificial intelligence.
• Gain hands-on experience through project work and access to modern facilities and research labs.
• Enhance employability with professional skills in research, technical design, and problem-solving.

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Target Audience:

This program is ideal for individuals with a strong desire to:

• Pursue a career in various electrical and electronic engineering fields.
• Further their professional development in the engineering sector.
• Apply theoretical knowledge to practical projects and real-world challenges.
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Structure:

The program comprises various modules covering essential areas of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, delivered through lectures, seminars, tutorials, and practical laboratory classes.

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Core Modules:

• FPGA-Based Digital System Design
• Digital Signal and Image Processing
• Robotics – Kinematics, Dynamics and Applications
• Electrical Machines and Drives
• Power Systems
• Alternative Energy and Smart Grid
• Digital Communications
• Advanced Control Engineering and Instrumentation

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Individual Project:

Students undertake a detailed research or design project under the guidance of an experienced supervisor. This allows them to specialize in a specific area of interest and conduct independent research.

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Teaching Schedule:

• Semester 1: Covers modules like Power Systems, Robotics, and FPGA-Based Digital System Design.
• Semester 2: Involves modules like Embedded Systems, Digital Communications, and Individual Project.

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Additional Notes:

• Course content regularly reviewed to reflect modern trends and industry needs.
• Opportunity to specialize in individual areas through the project work.
• Access to modern facilities and software for simulation and design purposes.
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Methods:

• Individual and group projects
• Presentations
• Laboratory work
• Formal examinations
• Technical reports
• In-class tests
• Computer simulations

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Criteria:

• Assessment criteria vary depending on the module and assessment method.
• Emphasis on demonstration of theoretical knowledge, practical skills, problem-solving abilities, and critical thinking.
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Methods:

• Traditional methods (lectures, seminars, tutorials)
• Innovative approaches (flipped classroom, student-led activities)
• Blended learning (combination of online and face-to-face activities)

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Faculty:

• Experienced staff with expertise in their respective fields
• Active researchers contributing to the latest advancements in the field
• Dedicated to providing individual support and guidance

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University Support:

• Access to modern engineering and computing buildings
• Extensive facilities and technologies
• Career and employability services
• Student support services
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Potential Job Roles:

• Electrical Engineer
• Electronics Engineer
• Control Engineer
• Robotics Engineer
• Power Systems Engineer
• Smart Grid Engineer
• Research and Development Engineer

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Industries:

• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Chemical
• Construction
• Renewable Energy
• Power Generation
• Telecommunications

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Graduate Skills:

• Engineering design and development
• Technical problem-solving
• Research and analysis
• Project management
• Communication and teamwork

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Further Development:

• Opportunities for further study (PhD)
• Professional accreditation and training
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• Program has close links with industry, offering valuable work experience opportunities.
• Students engage in research projects that contribute to real-world solutions.
• Opportunity to study alongside international students, fostering diverse perspectives.

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Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

• UK, Ireland , Channel Islands or Isle of Man: £11,200
• £18,600 per year without EU support bursary
• International: £18,600