Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Aston University, Birmingham
Undergraduate BEng (Hon) Full-time 3 Years Electrical and electronic engineering

A-Level Entry

BBC - CCC

About this course

Overview

Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) this degree will prepare you for a successful career in a diverse and in-demand sector. Our dynamic program will enlighten your intellect through hands-on projects, cutting-edge research, and state-of-the-art facilities. From tinkering with circuits to designing smart systems, you'll experience the thrill of turning ideas into reality. You will leave with the required skills to innovate, design, test and apply electrical and electronic components and systems to a range of sectors. This course goes beyond technical engineering to include transferable skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, teamwork, and commercial awareness.

Assessment

The BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering degree is assessed through a combination of exams, project portfolios, client briefs, lab reports, presentations, and coursework. Your final degree classification is determined by your performance in all years after the first year.

Key course benefits

  • Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)

  • Our placement year offers you the opportunity to gain valuable experience and set your studies in the context of a working environment, designed to boost your future employment prospects

  • Ranked 13th in the UK for graduate prospects 'On-Track' (Complete University Guide, 2023)
  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades BBC - CCC
    BTEC DDM

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BEng (Hon)

    Location: Birmingham

    Sandwich

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BEng (Hon)

    Location: Birmingham

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2123 Electrical engineers
    2124 Electronics engineers
    2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers
    2129 Engineering professionals
    3119 Science, engineering and production technicians
    3112 Electrical and electronics technicians

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Birmingham
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Electrical and electronic engineering