Program Overview

BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Course Overview

Our BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering degree will equip you with the essential knowledge and skills needed for meaningful professional employment in the engineering industry. This part-time course offers the perfect solution for those who wish to pursue an engineering degree while managing other professional or personal responsibilities. Over a period of up to four and half years, you will engage in a rigorous and enriching study of electrical and electronic engineering principles, including circuit design, signal processing and control systems.

Why Study This Course?

• The course offers ‘real world’ engineering knowledge and skills developed through a combination of theory and practical applications.
• You can learn about cutting-edge and emerging technologies such as Smart Grids that are transforming global electricity delivery systems.
• On completion, you will be able to demonstrate systematic knowledge such as applying engineering principles to critically analyse key processes.
• After graduating, you can progress into a career in many fields including advance manufacturing, product design, bio medical engineering, or artificial intelligence, among many others. You may also choose to study a master’s degree.
• This course will provide you with the confidence to explore a career in various engineering disciplines.

Course Structure

Core Modules

• Engineering Environment
• Introductory Engineering Mathematics
• Introductory Electrical Principles
• Introductory Analogue Electronics
• Introductory Embedded Systems
• Engineering Modelling and Analysis
• Instrumentation and Control
• Intermediate Digital Electronics and Communications
• Intermediate electrical Principles and Enabling Power Electronics
• Intermediate Embedded Systems
• Analogue Signal Processing and Communications
• Management and Enterprise in engineering
• Major Project
• Electrical Machines and Power Electronic Drives
• Engineering Electromagnetism

Optional Modules

• Digital Signal Processing (Optional)
• Power Systems and Smart Grids (Optional)
• Advanced Embedded Systems (Optional)
• Green Renewable Energy (Optional)

Career Progression

Upon successfully completing this course, you will be prepared to pursue a career in a variety of different industries. Typical employers and industries include:

• Local authorities
• Manufacturers
• Power and water companies
• Renewable energy firms
• Building services contractors

You may also decide to pursue further study in a specialist field of research by undertaking a MSc or PhD. Common areas of study include:

• Internet engineering
• Nanotechnology
• Wireless and optical communications
• Telecommunications

Entry Requirements

• GCSEs: Two GCE A2-level passes (or equivalent), including Mathematics & Physical Science and five GCSEs at grade C or above (or equivalent), including Mathematics, Science and English
• IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent), in cases where English is not your first language.

Alternative Assessment

For mature students (those over 21 years old), or those requiring an alternative kind of assessment:

• You will be required to attend an interview/entrance exam as part of the admissions process.

Tuition Fees

• UK fee: AY 25/26: £9,535
• Part-time fee: AY 25/26: £6,356

Duration and Study Mode

• Duration: 3 years (full-time), 4-5 years (part-time)
• Study mode: Full-time, Part-time

Location

• Fitzrovia, Holborn, Kingsbury, Southall, Wembley

Start Date

• September 2025, January 2026, April 2026

The School of Engineering and Computing

Our engineering and computing lecturers are committed to shaping ambitious and confident professionals. You will benefit from high-quality teaching in state-of-the-art labs and workshops throughout your academic journey.