Electronic and Electrical Engineering

University of Portsmouth
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 16 Months Electrical and electronic engineering

About this course

Overview

Master the key elements of contemporary electronic and electrical engineering with this accredited MSc Electronic and Electrical Engineering course. You'll design and implement electronic systems, work with the practical application of current technology, and upgrade your skills to meet the needs of more ambitious roles in your industry.

You'll learn about key topics in electronic and electrical engineering, such as microwave and wireless technology, and the practical application and design aspects of electronic systems, on a course designed to meet a skills shortage in the sector. You'll graduate in an excellent position to pursue roles from product design to aerospace engineering.

You can start this course in September or January (full time only in January).

Accredited by: The MSc Electronic and Electrical Engineering degree course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). This MSc also qualifies, under the UK Engineering Council's Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC), as the further learning required to register for Incorporated (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.

What you'll experience

On this course you'll:

  • Follow a programme that is recognised by European and UK accrediting bodies, and is designed to shape your skills to the needs of the electronic and electrical engineering sector

  • Learn more about the practical design and application of your electronic and electrical engineering study, using professional-standard tools, simulation software and laboratory equipment

  • Plan and complete a final project in your area of interest, using any relevant lab or computer suite in the School of Energy and Electronic Engineering to deliver a significant, in-depth piece of analysis or design

  • Explore key industry themes, such as Electrical Power Systems Technology, Advanced DSP Techniques, Electrical Machines and Drives, and Sensors and Measurement Systems

    Careers and opportunities

    Because electronic and electrical engineering skills are in demand, you'll be in a strong position to secure employment when you graduate from the course.

    Career opportunities include:

  • Electronics engineer

  • Product design engineer

  • Aerospace engineer

  • Application engineer

  • Design

  • Research and development

  • Product manufacture

  • Project management

    • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 16 Months

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Portsmouth

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Portsmouth

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2123 Electrical engineers
    2124 Electronics engineers
    2129 Engineering professionals
    2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers
    3112 Electrical and electronics technicians
    2114 Physical scientists

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    A-Levels

    BBB - BBC

    UCAS Points

    112 - 120 points

    Avg. Salary

    £26,000

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    16 Months
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Portsmouth
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Electrical and electronic engineering

    Offered by

    University of Portsmouth

    Portsmouth

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