Program Overview

Electronic Engineering with Artificial Intelligence BEng (Hons) or MEng

The Electronic Engineering with Artificial Intelligence BEng (Hons) or MEng course at the University of Surrey focuses on the principles and applications of electronic systems, artificial intelligence, and computer technology. This powerful combination provides students with a versatile skill set, opening up various exciting career paths.

Course Options

• BEng (Hons)
• BEng (Hons) with placement
• BEng (Hons) with foundation year
• BEng (Hons) with foundation year and placement
• MEng
• MEng with placement

Key Course Information

Typical Offer

• BEng (Hons): ABB, with required subjects including mathematics and another STEM subject.
• MEng: AAA-AAB, with required subjects including mathematics and another STEM subject.
• BEng (Hons) with Foundation Year: CCC, with required subjects including mathematics and one of chemistry, computer science, electronics, further maths, or physics.

Start Date

• September 2026

Full Time

• 3 years for BEng (Hons)
• 4 years for MEng

UK Fees

• To be confirmed for BEng (Hons) and MEng

Overseas Fees

• Ł27,000 for BEng (Hons) and MEng

Subject Area

• Electrical and Electronic Engineering

UCAS Code

• H632 for BEng (Hons)
• H633 for MEng

Campus

• Stag Hill

Why Choose This Course?

Our BEng and MEng Electronic Engineering with Artificial Intelligence courses prepare students for careers in various fields, including robotics and automation, aerospace and defense, AI chips, telecoms, healthcare, research, and more. The program focuses on:

• Computer programming and architectures
• Firmware applications
• Hardware electronics
• Machine learning
• Software

Statistics

• 95% of computer science and electronic engineering graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025, HESA).
• Ranked top 6 in the UK for Telecoms Engineering, top 15 for Artificial Intelligence, and top 17 for Electrical and Electronic Engineering (ShanghaiRanking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects, 2025).
• 15th in the UK for overall student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2025).

Accreditation

The BEng (Hons) and MEng courses are accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.

Course Structure

The course is divided into several years, each with its own set of compulsory and optional modules. The structure includes:

• Year 1: Introduction to electronic circuits, computer and digital logic, engineering mathematics, and laboratories, design, and professional studies.
• Year 2: Circuits, control, and communications, engineering mathematics III, computer algorithms and architecture, and laboratories, design, and professional studies.
• Year 3: Fundamentals of digital signal processing, engineering professional studies, and optional modules such as privacy-enhancing technologies, digital communications, computer vision and pattern recognition, and RF and microwave fundamentals.
• Year 4 (MEng): Multi-disciplinary design project, and optional modules such as fundamentals of mobile communications, speech and audio processing and recognition, satellite remote sensing, internet of things, and fundamentals of machine learning.

Teaching and Learning

The School's tutorial system supports all teaching activities, ensuring individual attention when needed. The staff are approachable and friendly, and the university prides itself on the rapport between staff and students.

Assessment

Progress is assessed using various methods, including:

• Coursework
• Essays
• Examinations
• Presentations
• Reports

General Course Information

• Contact hours can vary across modules, with full details available from the University of Surrey's module catalogue.
• The timetable is provided at least one week before the start of the semester.
• The course is based at the Stag Hill campus.

Career Opportunities

Graduates from the Electronic Engineering with Artificial Intelligence course have a strong record of gaining employment with leading companies across the electronics, information technology, and communications industries. Recent graduates have started their careers at companies such as Botspot GmbH, Paradigm Communication Ltd, Stanhope-Seta, Keysight Technologies UK Ltd, BAE, Jaguar Land Rover Leadership, and Thales.

Facilities

The university offers extensive teaching laboratories, networked Linux and Windows computer suites with 24-hour access, and a 'Makerspace' facility run by SurreyEARS (Electronics and Amateur Radio Society).

Hear from Our Students

Students have shared their experiences and thoughts about the course, highlighting the supportive environment, opportunities for personal growth, and the variety of topics covered.

Entry Requirements

The typical offer for the course includes A-level grades, with required subjects such as mathematics and another STEM subject. International students can also apply, with country-specific qualifications and English language requirements.

Fees and Funding

The annual tuition fees for the course are listed, with UK and overseas fees available. There are also opportunities for scholarships and bursaries to support students' studies.

Placements and Study Abroad

The university offers a Professional Training placement scheme, which provides students with the opportunity to spend a year in industry, either in the UK or abroad. This can help students gain valuable work experience, build their professional network, and enhance their employability.