Program Overview

MPhil Electrical and Electronic Engineering / Overview

Degree awarded

• MPhil

Duration

• One year full-time or two years part-time

Entry requirements

• The standard academic entry requirement for this MPhil is a lower second-class (2:2) honours degree in a discipline directly relevant to the MPhil (or international equivalent).

Full entry requirements

• Apply online
• In your application you’ll need to include:
  • The name of this programme
  • Your research project title (i.e. the advertised project name or proposed project name) or area of research
  • Your proposed supervisor’s name
  • If you already have funding or you wish to be considered for any of the available funding
  • A supporting statement (see 'Advice to Applicants' for what to include)
  • Details of your previous university level study
  • Names and contact details of your two referees.

Sustainable Development Goals

• Find out how this programme aligns to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, including learning which relates to:
  • Goal 7: Affordable and clean energy
  • Goal 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure
  • Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities
  • Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production
  • Goal 13: Climate action

Programme options

| Full-time | Part-time | Full-time distance learning | Part-time distance learning
---|---|---|---|---
MPhil | Y | Y | N | N

Programme description

The Degree of Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is a research degree in which the student pursues a single project for a period of one year.

Our Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering is one of the largest electrical and electronic engineering schools in the UK. We have strong links with industry in a number of sectors and are renowned for our theoretical and applied research. We have over 70 academic staff and their research interests cover virtually all aspects of the subject; from the generation and distribution of electrical energy through to photonics and functional materials.

More information about the areas of research interest in the Department can be found on the following web pages:

• Research themes
• Research impact

To find out more about the research interests of a particular member of staff visit the staff profiles:

• Staff profiles

Visit our research projects page to browse our range of currently available projects.

Fees

For entry in the academic year beginning September 2025, the tuition fees are as follows:

• MPhil (full-time)
  UK students (per annum): Band A - £5,006.00; Band B - £7,400; Band C - £10,500; Band D - £15,200; Band E - £25,700
  International, including EU, students (per annum): Band A - £29,400; Band B - £31,500; Band C - £37,300; Band D - £45,200; Band E - £59,900

The programme fee will vary depending on the cost of running the project. Fees quoted are fully inclusive and, therefore, you will not be required to pay any additional bench fees or administration costs.

All fees for entry will be subject to yearly review and incremental rises per annum are also likely over the duration of the course for Home students (fees are typically fixed for International students, for the course duration at the year of entry). For general fees information please visit the postgraduate fees page.

Scholarships/sponsorships

There are a range of scholarships, studentships and awards at university, faculty and department level to support both UK and overseas postgraduate researchers.

To be considered for many of our scholarships, you’ll need to be nominated by your proposed supervisor. Therefore, we’d highly recommend you discuss potential sources of funding with your supervisor first, so they can advise on your suitability and make sure you meet nomination deadlines.

For more information about our scholarships, visit our funding page to search for scholarships, studentships and awards you may be eligible for.

UN Sustainable Development Goals

The 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are the world's call to action on the most pressing challenges facing humanity. At The University of Manchester, we address the SDGs through our research and particularly in partnership with our students.

Led by our innovative research, our teaching ensures that all our graduates are empowered, inspired and equipped to address the key socio-political and environmental challenges facing the world.

To illustrate how our teaching will empower you as a change maker, we've highlighted the key SDGs that our programmes address.

• Goal 7: Affordable and clean energy

Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all

• Goal 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation

• Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities

Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable

• Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production

Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns

• Goal 13: Climate action

Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts

School/Faculty overview

The School of Engineering creates a world of possibilities for students pursuing skills and understanding. Through dynamic research and teaching we develop engineering solutions that make a difference to society in an ethical and sustainable way. Science-based engineering is at the heart of what we do, and through collaboration we support the engineers and scientists of tomorrow to become technically strong, analytically innovative and creative. Find out more about Science and Engineering at Manchester.

Programmes in related subject areas

Use the links below to view lists of programmes in related subject areas.

• Electrical and Electronic Engineering