MEng Electronic & Digital Systems Degree

Program Overview

The MEng Electronic & Digital Systems degree at the University of Strathclyde offers a comprehensive education in the design and development of electronic and digital systems. Students gain a solid foundation in core subjects like electrical engineering, computer science, and mathematics, and have the option to specialize in areas such as digital signal processing, embedded systems, or power electronics. The program is taught by experienced faculty with industry experience and supported by strong industry partnerships, ensuring students are equipped with the skills and knowledge for a successful career in the field.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The MEng Electronic & Digital Systems degree at the University of Strathclyde is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the design and development of electronic and digital systems. The program aims to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to work in a variety of industries, including telecommunications, aerospace, and consumer electronics. The program is structured around a core curriculum of courses in electrical engineering, computer science, and mathematics. Students will also have the opportunity to specialize in a particular area of interest, such as digital signal processing, embedded systems, or power electronics.

Outline:

The program consists of the following modules:

• Year 1
• Engineering Industry & Profession
• Electronic & Mechanical Techniques & Design 1
• Engineering Design For Software Development 1
• Electronic & Electrical Principles 1
• Engineering Mathematics 1E
• Engineering Mathematics 2E
• Physical Electronics
• Year 2
• Engineering Design & Manufacture
• Physical Electronics
• Electromagnetism
• Electronic & Electrical Principles 2
• Digital Electronic & Programming Design
• Electronic & Mechanical Techniques & Design 2
• Engineering Design For Software Development 2
• Engineering Mathematics 3E
• Year 3
• Signals & Communications Systems
• Electronic & Electrical Principles 3
• Instrumentation & Microcontrollers
• Engineering Analysis
• Engineering Innovation & Management
• Engineering Project
• Analogue & Digital System Design (optional)
• Renewable Energy Technologies (optional)
• Year 4
• Group Project
• Advanced Digital Signal Processing (optional)
• Advanced Microcontroller Applications (optional)
• DSP & FPGA-Based Embedded System Design (optional)
• Image & Video Processing (optional)
• Control Techniques (optional)
• Photonic Systems (optional)
• Robotics: Systems and Control (optional)
• Year 5
• Individual Project
• Analogue And Digital System Design (if not taken in Year 3)

Assessment:

Students will be assessed through a variety of methods, including:

• Written exams
• Oral presentations
• Practical lab work
• Group projects
• Individual projects

Teaching:

The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are actively involved in research. The program also benefits from strong industry partnerships, which provide students with opportunities for internships and research projects.

Careers:

Graduates of the MEng Electronic & Digital Systems degree have a wide range of career opportunities. They can work in a variety of industries, including:

• Telecommunications
• Aerospace
• Consumer electronics
• Automotive
• Medical devices
• Robotics

Other:

The program is accredited by the Institution of Engineering & Technology (IET). This accreditation ensures that the program meets the highest standards of quality and rigor.

Scotland - £1,820 England, Wales, & Northern Ireland - £9,250 International - £26,700

• Fees for students who meet the relevant residence requirements in Scotland are subject to confirmation by the Scottish Funding Council.
• Assuming no change in fees policy over the period, the total amount payable by undergraduate students will be capped.
• For students commencing study in 2024/25, this is capped at £27,750 (with the exception of the MPharm and integrated Masters programmes), MPharm students pay £9,250 for each of the four years.
Students studying on integrated Masters degree programmes pay an additional £9,250 for the Masters year with the exception of those undertaking a full-year industrial placement where a separate placement fee will apply.
• International students may have associated visa and immigration costs.