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Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Electrical and Electronic Engineering course at Cardiff Metropolitan University.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
120-128 points with minimum grades BC to include Mathematics or Physics
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Cardiff Metropolitan University. These students are taking Electrical and Electronic Engineering or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | B |
| English Language and Literature | E |
| ICT | C |
| Mathematics | D |
| Physics | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: G820
Here's what Cardiff Metropolitan University says about its Electrical and Electronic Engineering course.
This degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering combines theory with practical learning experiences to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in the dynamic field of electrical and electronic engineering.
From day one, you will work in cutting-edge facilities that feature electronic circuits measurement analysers, virtual instrumentation kits, PCB prototyping printers, circuit design and simulation tools, internet of things and electrical machines and drives.
In the first year, the course content covers engineering mathematics, programming principles, analog and digital electronics and mechatronics. It also ventures into more specialised areas like control systems, signals and systems, as well as electromagnetics and physical computing, shaping well-rounded professionals who are adept at both theory and practice.
As you progress through the course you will dive deeper into areas such as digital signal processing, power electronics and systems and electrical machines and drives. The curriculum in the final years of the degree also allows students to undertake practical projects, providing critical hands-on experience that is vital in today’s industry. Students will have the opportunity to tailor their learning through elective modules both in electrical and electronic engineering, thereby aligning their education with their personal interests and career goals. The degree ensures that graduates are well-equipped to meet industry demands, contribute to advancements in the field, and drive innovation in electrical and electronic engineering.
We offer this programme with two study options. You can choose four years full-time or five years full-time which would include a one-year professional placement before your final year that will give you hands-on experience in a real-life working environment. This year in industry would give you the practical skills that many employers seek, giving you a competitive edge upon graduation.
Source: Cardiff Metropolitan University
Course details
Qualification
Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Department
Cardiff School of Technology
Location
Cardiff Met - Llandaff | Cardiff
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Electrical and electronic engineering
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,790 per year |
| Scotland | £9,790 per year |
| Wales | £9,790 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| EU | £16,000 per year |
| International | £16,000 per year |
Cardiff Metropolitan University student reviews
Showing 54 reviews
2nd year student
2 years ago
The Student Union has always been active, trying to organise events in which all students can participate.
2nd year student
2 years ago
It is a great university and city for students who like to party, but if you don't, it can be a little difficult and lonely to find other things to do.
2nd year student
2 years ago
The university is great at acknowledging financial difficulties with a variety of support available. For example, free breakfast. In addition, the university offers a Met-Rider Bus Pass, which is u00a3200 for the year, which helps to save a lot of money. But this year they offered it for u00a3100 to...
2nd year student
2 years ago
There is a great amount of support available at the university. It is just up to you to go and apply for it and take the opportunities available.
2nd year student
2 years ago
University accommodation is excellent but is only available for the first year. There are wardens available 24 hours a day if there is anything you may need in an emergency and cleaners who come once a week. The libraries are okay. They are quite small, but there are plenty of places outside the lib...
2nd year student
2 years ago
I feel it is a very unique course that you are unlikely to find at another university. If you aspire to work and support those with special needs or vulnerable backgrounds, it's a great course that allows you in the second year to explore topic areas more in your internet areas.
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Cardiff Metropolitan University
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Cardiff Metropolitan University students who took the Electrical and Electronic Engineering course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
89%
high
Teaching on my course
89%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
94%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
94%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
86%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
84%
med
Learning opportunities
80%
med
Learning opportunities
80%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
76%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
80%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
82%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
84%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
78%
med
Assessment and feedback
82%
med
Assessment and feedback
82%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
81%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
86%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
79%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
88%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
76%
med
Academic support
92%
high
Academic support
92%
high
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
90%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
94%
high
Organisation and management
76%
med
Organisation and management
76%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
80%
med
How well organised is your course?
73%
med
Learning resources
86%
med
Learning resources
86%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
89%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
85%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
83%
med
Student voice
77%
med
Student voice
77%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
65%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
84%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
82%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
66%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.
78%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
71%
low
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.
67%
low
I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.
100%
high
I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.
93%
high
I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).
93%
high
I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).
93%
high
My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.
87%
med
Student information
See who's studying at Cardiff Metropolitan University. These students are taking Electrical and Electronic Engineering or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about Cardiff Metropolitan University graduates who took Electrical and Electronic Engineering - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
80%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
90%
In work, study or other activity
75%
Say it fits with future plans
90%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
70%
Health associate professionals
5%
Elementary occupations
5%
Medical Practitioners
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Cardiff Metropolitan University graduates who took Electrical and Electronic Engineering - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£17k
First year after graduation
£22.9k
Third year after graduation
£26.6k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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