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Diploma of Higher Education - DipHE

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Electrical and Electronic Engineering course at University of Wales Trinity Saint David.

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Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£39 per credit
Scotland£39 per credit
Wales£39 per credit
Northern Ireland£39 per credit
Channel Islands£39 per credit
Republic of Ireland£39 per credit
EU£115 per credit
International£115 per credit

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: LEN5

Here's what University of Wales Trinity Saint David says about its Electrical and Electronic Engineering course.

This BEng course will develop knowledge of both the electrical and electronic engineering needed for modern industrial organisations.

Students study fundamental electrical and electronic principles, microprocessors and mathematic. Electronics coverage includes circuit design, digital signal processing, power electronics and electronic system design.

The programme also covers electrical concepts, such as the theory of electrical principles, and electrical machines and drives. A subset of the electronics theme is embedded systems development, and this is supported by an introduction to computer programming, computer engineering and microprocessors. The instrumentation and control of electrical equipment is also addressed.

Emphasis is put on hands-on exercises to reinforce the theoretical concepts covered in the lectures. Heavy use is put on industrial standard software packages such as Matlab, Xilinx, Mentor Graphics and Microsoft’s Visual Development Studio.

The School is equipped with state of the art digital signal processing and digital synthesis development systems made possible by equipment donations from Xilinx and Texas Instruments, this gives students the chance to gain first-hand experience on the best technology currently in use in industry.

The overall aim of this programme is to develop students with the skills to work in the electrical and electronic engineering domain. Through a number of industrial links, the school has established a strong industrial demand for this programme. The expertise and skills you develop from designing and implementing solutions to defined problems as part of a team is highly regarded by employers.

Source: University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Course details

Qualification

Diploma of Higher Education - DipHE

Department

Computing

Location

SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea | Swansea

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Part-time

Subjects

• Electrical and electronic engineering

Start date

21 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

University of Wales Trinity Saint David student reviews

(4.3)
Based on 9 reviews from University of Wales Trinity Saint David's students and alumni
5 star
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3 star
11%
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2nd year student

As a student union representative, I have firsthand experience with the workings of our student union, and I can confidently say that it is excellent. The student union plays a crucial role in advocating for the needs and interests of the student body, and I'm proud to be a part of that effort.rnrnO...

(5)

1 year ago

2nd year student

University life has been an enriching and transformative experience for me. It's more than just attending classes and studying; it's a vibrant and dynamic environment where I've had the opportunity to grow personally, socially, and academically.rnrnOne of the highlights of university life is the sen...

(4)

1 year ago

2nd year student

Living expenses can indeed be a significant aspect of the overall financial impact of attending university, even if tuition and accommodation are covered by scholarships. It's not uncommon for living costs to be higher in certain areas, especially in urban environments or regions with a higher cost ...

(3)

1 year ago

2nd year student

The support I've received at my university has been excellent overall. From academic guidance to personal well-being, the university offers a range of resources to help students succeed and thrive.rnrnAcademically, professors are readily available during office hours for additional assistance and cl...

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1 year ago

2nd year student

The facilities at my university are generally quite good. The campus offers a variety of amenities to support students in their academic and extracurricular pursuits. rnrnThe library is well-stocked with a vast collection of resources, including books, journals, and online databases, which have been...

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2nd year student

Studying International Development and Global Politics has been an incredibly enriching experience for me. The course offers a comprehensive understanding of the complex dynamics shaping our world, from economic disparities to political conflicts and global cooperation. I've appreciated the diverse ...

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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Wales Trinity Saint David

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 University of Wales Trinity Saint David students who took the Electrical and Electronic Engineering course - or another course in the same subject area.

Electrical and electronic engineering

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

65%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

70%

low

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

65%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

74%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

61%

low

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

70%

low

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

65%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

57%

low

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

74%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

65%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

91%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

57%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

48%

low

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

70%

low

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

78%

low

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

74%

low

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

61%

low

How well organised is your course?

48%

low

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

70%

low

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

86%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

68%

low

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

48%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

78%

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To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

70%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

67%

low

Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.

48%

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How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

85%

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Student information

See who's studying at University of Wales Trinity Saint David. These students are taking Electrical and Electronic Engineering or another course from the same subject area.

Electrical and electronic engineering
Mode of study
Full-time7%Part-time93%
Gender ratio
Female12%Male86%Other2%
Where students come from
UK100%
Student performance
2:1 or above94%
Number of students320
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
MathematicsA
PhysicsA
Computer ScienceB
ChemistryC
Further MathematicsB
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

We have no information about graduates who took Electrical and Electronic Engineering at University of Wales Trinity Saint David.

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Wales Trinity Saint David graduates who took Electrical and Electronic Engineering - or another course in the same subject area.

Engineering

Earnings

£32.1k

First year after graduation

£33.9k

Third year after graduation

£39.8k

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.

Source: LEO

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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