Electronic Engineering and Computer Science

Overview

Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) successful completion of this degree will provide you with the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer, preparing you for a successful career in a diverse and in-demand sector.

As an electrical and electronic engineer, you have the power to shape the world around you. At Aston University, we empower you to make a tangible difference in society by developing sustainable technologies, advancing communication systems, and improving lives through innovation.

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 MEng 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 both the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT

- Aston University has received TEF Gold Award, the highest possible rating (teaching excellence framework)

- Ranked top 15th in the UK for graduate prospects 'On-Track' (Complete University Guide 2023)

- Association with the Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies

- 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