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Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Study level:
Undergraduate
Awarded by:
Queen Mary, University of London

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Study mode:
Full-time
Qualification:
Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Duration:
4 Years
Start date:
15/09/2025
Campus:
Main Site
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Course summary

Electrical and electronic engineers are designing and developing technology to make our lives better, and building efficient and sustainable solutions to the challenges of the future.

Why study this course?
As the UK economy moves towards 'net zero' carbon targets, skilled electrical and electronic engineers are in high demand.
Gain hands-on experience in our dedicated Electronics Lab.
Tailor your degree to your interests with a range of optional modules available in your final year.
What you'll study
This course aims to provide you with a solid foundation in the principles of electrical science, systems and electronics.

You’ll focus on power generation, transmission and electrical machines, as well as learning to design complex digital and analogue electronic systems. While the main focus is on electronic hardware design, you will also learn the foundations of programming.

You can also apply for this course:
· With Industrial Experience
· With Year Abroad

Modules

YEAR 1
Semester 1
ECS408U - Electronic Engineering Mathematics I (15 credits)
ECS412U - Digital Circuit Design (15 credits)
ECS429U - Programming Fundamentals for Engineers (15 credits)
ECS431U - Engineering Skills and Practice  (15 credits)

Semester 2
ECS403U - Communications and Networks (15 credits)
ECS409U - Analogue Electronic Systems (15 credits)
ECS411U - Signals and Information (15 credits)
ECS423U - Electronic Engineering Mathematics 2 (15 credits)

Find out more about module descriptions and assessment in our module directory.

Please note that all modules are subject to change.

Assessment method

Assessment typically includes a combination of coursework (presentations, assignments, essay report writing, in-class tests, research and project work) and/or examinations in May or June.

Individual and group projects are assessed through a written report, practical demonstration and oral examination.

Apply by
29 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
H608
Institution code:
Q50
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
29 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
H608
Institution code:
Q50
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - AAB

Including Mathematics and a second science subject, preferably Physics, Electronics or Computing Excluded subjects - General Studies and Critical Thinking Please note: You will also be expected to achieve a Pass grade in the practical endorsement for any of the following A levels - Biology, Chemistry, Physics - if taken with one of the Awarding Bodies in England.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted

Access to HE Diploma - Not accepted

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 points

665 at HL Alternatively, 32 points overall, 655 at HL including Mathematics or Computer Science.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

A minimum of five GCSE passes including English and Maths at grade C or 4 or an acceptable equivalent will be required.

English language requirements

All applicants to QMUL must show they meet a minimum academic English language standard for admission and to be successful on the course. Please refer to the website below for details on our English Language requirements by course and acceptable alternative qualifications. You will also find important information regarding UKVI's English requirements if you are applying as an international student who will require Tier 4 immigration permission to enter the UK.

Queen Mary University of London: English Language Requirements http://www.qmul.ac.uk/international/englishlanguagerequirements/index.html#

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

Our standard contextual offer: Grades BBB including Mathematics and second science subject, preferably Physics, Electronics or Computing at A-Level.

Our enhanced contextual offer: Grades BBC including BB in Mathematics and second science subject, preferably Physics, Electronics or Computing at A-Level.

Please note that General Studies and Critical Thinking are excluded from any A-Level offer and cannot be considered.

More information on our contextual offer criteria can be found below.

Learn more on the Queen Mary University of London website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades students were previously accepted with - learn more. It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Data from:
This course and 8 other electrical and electronic engineering courses
Date range:
2022-2024

Grades held by accepted students

BBB Most common
  1. A*AA
  2. Highest grades
  3. BBB
  4. Lowest grades

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

72% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

This course has a required grade that may not be listed in the data. Check the entry requirements for the full qualification requirements.

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Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students

80 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

95 Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9250*Year 1
Northern Ireland£9250*Year 1
Scotland£9250*Year 1
Wales£9250*Year 1

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Our most recent information regarding tuition fees can be found at http://www.qmul.ac.uk/tuitionfees/

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