Program Overview

Electronic Engineering with Photonics (MEng)

Overview

Infuse your Electronic Engineering studies with the science and technology of light. Photonics engineering has many applications, from broadband internet to precision medical and industrial tools. It’s also vital for new technologies such as quantum and photonic computing, which uses photons for ultra-fast, energy-efficient data processing. This accredited degree will give you access to professional registration as a Chartered Engineer.

Entry Requirements

• A*AA including mathematics (minimum grade A) and either physics, further mathematics, electronics or computer science (minimum grade A)
• Pass, with 38 points overall with 19 points required at Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches) or 7 at Higher Level in Mathematics (Applications and Interpretation), and 6 at Higher Level in Physics or Computer Science
• D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus grades A*A from two A-levels including mathematics and either physics, further mathematics, electronics or computer science
• A Distinction* overall, with A* in Core and Distinction in the Occupational Specialism, and grade A in A-level Mathematics

Course Structure

• Year 1: Digital systems, electrical materials and fields, mathematics, physics, electronics, and programming
• Year 2: Signal processing, control and communication, electromagnetism, and optical waveguides and photodetectors
• Year 3: Individual research project, signal and image processing, nanoelectronic devices, and optical communications
• Year 4: Group design project, advanced fibre telecommunications, silicon photonics, optical fibres, and machine learning

Modules

• Digital Systems
• Electrical Materials and Fields
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Electronics
• Programming
• Signal Processing
• Control and Communication
• Electromagnetism
• Optical Waveguides and Photodetectors
• Signal and Image Processing
• Nanoelectronic Devices
• Optical Communications
• Advanced Fibre Telecommunications
• Silicon Photonics
• Optical Fibres
• Machine Learning

Learning and Assessment

• Lectures
• Classes and tutorials
• Coursework
• Individual and group projects
• Independent learning
• Written exams
• Practical exams

Careers and Employability

• Work experience opportunities
• Careers services and support
• Entrepreneurship culture
• Start-up support

Fees, Costs, and Funding

• Tuition fees: £9,535 (UK), £29,400 (EU and international)
• Living costs and accommodation
• Bursaries, scholarships, and other funding
• Support during the course

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