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BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Northumbria University Newcastle, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), the BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering course will provide you with all of the skills and knowledge required to pursue a career in this diverse industry. Thanks to the recovering economy and advancements in technology, graduates are in high demand globally meaning there has never been a better time to enter the industry. Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Candidates must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree to comply with full CEng registration requirements.

General Eligibility

120 UCAS Tariff points From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. GCSE Requirements: Applicants will need Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalent.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

  • Engineering Mathematics (Core)

  • Computer Programming (Core)

  • Digital Electronics and Communications (Core)

  • Electricity, Magnetism and Electronics (Core)

  • Fundamentals of Energy Systems (Core)

  • Research, Analysis and Presentation (Core)

  • Academic Language Skills for Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering (Core – for International and EU students only)

2 Year 2

  • Advanced Engineering Mathematics (Core)

  • Analogue Electronics and Instrumentation (Core)

  • C Programming and Digital Systems (Core)

  • Communication Systems (Core)

  • Power Machine and Renewable Energy (Core)

  • Electrical Product Development (Core)

  • Academic Language Skills for Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering (Core – for International and EU students only)

3 Year 3

  • Year in International Business (This is made up of modules studied in Newcastle (Semester 1) & Amsterdam (Semester 2) (Optional)

  • Year in International Multidisciplinary Innovation (4 modules studied in Amsterdam (Semester 1) & Newcastle (Semester 2) (Optional)

  • Academic Language Skills for Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering (Core – for International and EU students only)

  • Work placement year (Optional)

  • Study abroad year (Optional)

  • Work placement semester (Optional)

  • MPEE - Study Abroad Semester (Optional)

4 Year 4

  • Power Systems (Optional)

  • Individual Engineering Project

  • Design and Manufacturing Analysis (Core)

  • Digital Signal Processing Systems (Core)

  • Embedded Systems (Optional)

  • Digital System Design and Implementation (Optional)

  • Wireless and RF Systems Design (Optional)

  • Optical Communications System Design (Optional)

  • Instrumentation and Control of Dynamical Systems (Optional)

  • Academic Language Skills for Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering (Core – for International and EU students only)

  • Satellite Systems and Space Environment (Optional)

  • Smart Energy System (Optional)

5 Year 5

  • Applied Engineering Statistics (Core)

  • Wind Energy Conversion Systems (Optional)

  • Advanced Embedded System Design Technology (Optional)

  • Digital Design Automation (Optional)

  • Photovoltaic Cell and Module Technology (Optional)

  • Photovoltaic Development and Implementation (Optional)

  • Photovoltaic System Technology (Optional)

  • Interdisciplinary Team Engineering Project (40 Credits)

  • Wireless Communication Systems (Optional)

  • Optical Communications System (Optional)

  • Analogue Electronic Design (Optional)

  • Renewable Energy Technologies for Electricity Supply (Optional)

  • Power Electronics and Drive Systems (Optional)

  • Smart Grids (Optional)

  • Academic Language Skills for Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering (Core – for International and EU students only)

  • Engineering Technology Management (Core)

  • Smart Microsystems (Optional)

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69
International applicants should have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 5.5 with 5.5 in each component (or an approved equivalent*).

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