Electronic and Communication Engineering (with Integrated Foundation Year)

University of Brighton

Undergraduate BEng (Hon) Full-time 4 Years Electrical and electronic engineering

Electronic and Communication Engineering (with Integrated Foundation Year) BEng (Hon) is an undergraduate degree at University of Brighton, based in Brighton, taught full-time over 4 years. Graduates earn £28,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is DDD - CCC.

A-Level Entry

DDD - CCC

Typical offer · UCAS

UCAS Points

72 - 96 points

Typical offer · UCAS

Avg. Graduate Salary

£28,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

Our Electronic and Communication Engineering BEng(Hons) with integrated foundation year course offers an extra year of study before you start your degree at Brighton.

The foundation year is a great way to build the vital expertise you need to study engineering, including maths which is really important to this subject. You’ll build confidence in yourself and your capabilities and be ready to tackle the exciting challenges of studying engineering at degree level.

When you successfully complete the foundation year, you'll be able to progress straight to the Electronic and Computer Engineering BEng(Hons).

TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE

- Foundation year that opens up opportunities in engineering if you don’t hold the required qualifications, are changing career or returning to study.

- Exciting project work that mirrors industry.

- Accredited by IET.

- Learn with researchers who are part of the Advanced Engineering Centre, and the Centre for Precision Health and Translational Medicine.

- Student-led Sustainable Technology and Engineering Projects (STEP) lab – working to solve energy challenges.

- Specialist facilities include CISCO-certified communication and cybersecurity lab, flight and car simulators, wind tunnel, prototyping labs and workshops, CNC machines, and robotics and VR labs.

- Professional engineers visit to share their experiences in guest lectures.

- Gain a year of work experience on placement.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades DDD - CCC
UCAS Tariff Points 72 - 96 points
BTEC MMP

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Sandwich

Duration: 5 Years

Qualification: BEng (Hon)

Location: Brighton

Avg. grad pay (5y): £28,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BEng (Hon)

Location: Brighton

Avg. grad pay (5y): £28,000

Career Prospects

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Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Brighton
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Electrical and electronic engineering
Avg. Graduate Salary
£28,000