Studying electronic and electrical engineering at university
Example course modules
- Analogue electronics
- Analysis of circuits
- Digital electronics
- Electrical and electronics fundamentals
- Sensing and signals
- Computers and control
- Transport technology
- Energy, chemical and sustainable engineering
- Embedded hardware and software
- Motor Control
Teaching hours / week
Average for this subject
Average for all subjects
Average hours for this subject: 20 (Low N/A - High N/A). Average hours for all subjects: 14.
The time you'll spend in lectures and seminars each week will vary from university to university, so use this as a guide.
Who studies this subject
What students say about electronic and electrical engineering
What you need to get on a course
Subjects you need
A-levels (or equivalent) usually required
- Maths
- Physics
Useful to have
- Further maths
- Design technology
Application checklist
Here's a guide to what to expect from the application process - also check individual university entry requirements, as these may differ.
- January application
- October application
- Personal statement
- Portfolio
- Interview
- Entry test
- Work experience
- Audition
Personal statement advice
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Personal statement tips and advice
Career prospects
Six months after graduating
- Science, engineering and production technicians
Longer term career paths
Jobs where this degree is useful
- Electrical engineer
- Broadcast engineer
- Telecommunications engineer
Other real-life job examples
- Network engineer
- Sound or video editor
- Avionics engineer
What employers like about this subject
Students taking a degree in electrical and electronic engineering will develop subject-specific skills including current electrical or electronic engineering theory and practice; maths and the principles of signal processing and device and circuit operation. Transferable skills you can develop include team-working, problem-solving, time and project management and communication skills. Industries that recruit electronic engineers include electronics, vehicle manufacture, aerospace, oil, gas and mining, computing, electricity generation and supply, the water industry, construction, finance, advertising, the Armed Forces and telecoms.
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