Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year
University of Wales Trinity Saint DavidElectrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year BEng (Hon) is an undergraduate degree at University of Wales Trinity Saint David, based in Swansea, taught full-time over 4 years. 90% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £25,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Entry requires around 32 UCAS points.
UCAS Points
32 points
Typical offer · UCAS
Student Satisfaction
90.24%
NSS · Office for Students
Avg. Graduate Salary
£25,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
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.
Entry Requirements
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 4 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Swansea
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Electrical and electronic engineering
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £25,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ