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University of Wales Trinity Saint David

UCAS Code: 53R2 | Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

Entry requirements

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Grades are important; however, our offers are not solely based on academic results. We are interested in creative people that demonstrate a strong commitment to their chosen subject area and therefore we welcome applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. To assess student suitability for their chosen course we normally arrange interviews for all applicants at which your skills, achievements and life experience will be considered as well as your qualifications.

About this course

Course option

4years

Full-time | 2025

Subject

Electrical and electronic engineering

The BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year is designed to prepare you for a rewarding career at the forefront of technology, providing a strong foundation in essential principles. With the foundation year, this program ensures that students from diverse educational backgrounds are equipped to thrive in the core engineering curriculum.

As technology rapidly advances, electrical and electronic engineering plays a crucial role in areas like electric vehicles, manufacturing, power generation, transmission and distribution networks, smart devices, and communication and information systems. This course is ideal for those who want to help drive sustainability in modern life, understanding how to reduce carbon emissions through enhanced energy efficiency and the integration of electric vehicles.

In this comprehensive program, you’ll study essential concepts, principles, and technologies shaping the field of electrical and electronic engineering. You’ll gain practical skills to identify and solve engineering challenges using appropriate technologies, techniques, and tools. You’ll also learn to document and communicate your solutions effectively, developing the ability to support your ideas with evidence-based reasoning.

Through a blend of theoretical study and practical applications, you’ll explore quantitative methods, mathematical principles, and the integration of design, technology, and commercial aspects to create sustainable, innovative solutions. The course encourages engagement with the latest applications and emerging technologies, helping you build a robust foundation in electrical and electronic engineering.

You’ll have access to advanced equipment and participate in hands-on activities, benefiting from our strong industry connections and working on authentic, industry-focused engineering problems. Collaborative and independent projects will further develop your analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.

By graduation, you’ll be ready to make a positive impact in electrical and electronic engineering, with the skills to pursue a successful career and develop innovative solutions for a sustainable future.

Modules

In your foundation year, you will build a strong grounding in essential areas like applied analytics, digital technologies, and fundamental concepts in electronics. You’ll develop key skills in academic success, problem-solving, and introductory programming, all of which will support your progression into the main engineering curriculum. This foundational year is designed to ensure you have the knowledge and confidence to tackle more advanced topics in electrical and electronic engineering as you move forward in your studies.

Digital Technologies (10 credits)
Electronics Principles and Concepts (10 credits)
Introduction to Digital Electronics (10 credits)
Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers (10 credits)
Applied Analytics (10 credits)
Skills for Academic Success (20 Credits)
Introduction to Electronic Devices and Circuits (10 credits)
Problem Solving Techniques (20 credits)
Group Project for CertHE (20 credits)

In your first year, you will build a solid foundation in mathematics, computer systems fundamentals, and basic electrical and electronic engineering principles. You will also develop essential skills in programming and problem-solving, preparing you for more advanced topics in the following years.

Compulsory

Computer Systems Fundamentals (10 credits)
Micros Peripherals and Interfaces (20 credits)
Electrical and Electronic Principles (20 credits)
Mathematics (20 credits)
Signals and Systems (10 credits)
Embedded C (20 credits)
Study Skills for Electronics (10 credits)
Workshop Skills for Electronics (10 Credits)

The second year focuses on deepening your understanding of electrical and electronic circuits and digital systems. You will also learn about control systems, transducers and signal conditioning, and engineering and project management, with an emphasis on practical applications.

Compulsory

Electrical Engineering (20 credits)
Electronics I (20 credits)
Transducers and Signal Conditioning (20 credits)
Group Project (20 credits)
Distributed Intelligence Systems (20 credits)
Engineering and Project Management (20 Credits)

In your final year, you will engage in advanced topics such as power electronics and drives, programmable logic controllers, and electronic systems design. You will also undertake an independent project for your final year, applying your knowledge to solve a real-world engineering problem, often in collaboration with industry partners.

Compulsory

Independent Project (40 credits)
Applied Programmable Logic Controllers (20 credits)
Electronics II (20 credits)
Electronic Systems Design (20 credits)
Power Electronics and Drives (20 credits)

Assessment methods

This BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year course is designed to provide you with a strong foundation in essential principles before moving into more advanced topics in electrical and electronic engineering. The foundation year will support you in developing core skills and knowledge, especially if you’re returning to study or transitioning from a different background.

Throughout the course, you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of electrical and electronic engineering principles vital to modern industrial applications. Our teaching philosophy combines hands-on learning with strong industry engagement and a focus on sustainability. You’ll learn to approach complex engineering challenges with innovative, environmentally conscious solutions, preparing you for real-world applications in fields such as digital electronics, automation, and applied analytics.

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

Channel Islands
£9,250
per year
England
£9,250
per year
EU
£13,500
per year
International
£13,500
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,250
per year
Republic of Ireland
£9,250
per year
Scotland
£9,250
per year
Wales
£9,250
per year

The Uni

Course location:

SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea

Department:

Computing

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Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

99%
UK students
1%
International students
92%
Male students
8%
Female students
76%
2:1 or above
9%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

C
B
B

After graduation

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£28,000
high
Average annual salary
98%
high
Employed or in further education

Top job areas of graduates

38%
Engineering professionals
31%
Science, engineering and production technicians
6%
Quality and regulatory professionals

This is one of the more popular areas to study engineering and there is not quite such a serious shortage of electrical engineers as there is of other engineering subjects - but there's still plenty of demand. The most common jobs are in telecommunications, electrical and electronic engineering, but there is some crossover with the computing industry, so many graduates start work in IT and computing jobs. At the moment, there's a particular demand for electrical engineers in the electronics, and the car and aerospace industries, and also in defence, and salaries can vary across the country depending on the industry you start in. Bear in mind that a lot of courses are four years long, and lead to an MEng qualification — this is necessary if you want to become a Chartered Engineer.

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