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Electronic Engineering
BEng (Hon) · 3 Years · Full-time · 15/09/2025 · UndergraduateMain Site
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- Solent University
Course summary
Are you fascinated by how things work? Passionate about electronics? Solent University’s professionally accredited electronic engineering programme can help you to turn these interests into a lucrative and engaging career.
With a broad curriculum covering everything from analogue and digital electronics to contemporary embedded systems, signal processing technologies and modern communications, graduates can expect to seek employment in research and development, maintenance engineering, electronic design, telecommunications and much more.
In the first year, students develop a solid foundation in maths and circuitry before getting to grips with analogue, digital and microcomputer systems. The latter half of the year is focused on developing an understanding of industry software, key professional skills and manufacturing techniques.
These proficiencies will form a solid foundation for the second and third year, where students will study embedded systems and advanced data communications, carry out their own research and undertake a major practical project.
This course is also offered as standard full-time study to students or on a one-day-per-week part-time study basis for professional CPD for staff already in employment.
This course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). This means that the course content meets strict standards put in place by the industry itself.
What does this course lead to?
This course can lead to a career in a range of electronic industries or further study. Graduate opportunities include a range of career paths in electronic design, microcomputer or embedded systems, possibly automation or circuit development.
Who is this course for?
This course is perfect for electronics enthusiasts who wish to combine their knowledge with engineering skills to be able to pursue a career in areas such as electronic design, telecommunications, microcomputers or research and development.
Modules
YEAR 1 - CORE MODULES
Applied Mathematics
Introduction to Electronics
Analogue and Digital Electronics
Manufacturing Principles
Microprocessor Systems
Professional Engineering Skills
YEAR 2 - CORE MODULES
Applied Maths for Electronics
Electronic Circuits
Embedded Systems
Data Communications and Networks
Automation and Control
Competition and Contracts in Engineering
YEAR 3 - CORE MODULES
Electronic Circuit Design
Digital Signal Processing
Radio Systems
Final-Year Project
YEAR 3 - OPTIONS (Please note that not all options are guaranteed to run each academic year)
Business option, such as Business Strategy or Entrepreneurship.
Assessment method
You will learn by:
Collaborative Learning
Directed Learning
Guided Learning
You may be assessed by a combination of:
Portfolios
Group presentations
Individual presentations
Written exams
Practical exams
Solent’s curriculum framework builds on our unique, creative and applied approach to teaching. The transformation of students’ lives is at the heart of our mission as a university, and our curriculum – informed by the latest theory – reflects this shared educational vision.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- BEng (Hon) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 15/09/2025
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- H610
- Institution code:
- S30
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Southampton, Solent University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
See why these ratings were awarded
What does this TEF outcome mean?
How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- H610
- Institution code:
- S30
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
For information about applying to Solent as an International applicant, please visit https://www.solent.ac.uk/how-to-apply/entry-requirements/help-for-international-students
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points
A level
104-120 from a minimum of 2 A Levels
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
DMM (112 UCAS Tariff Points)
Access to HE Diploma
Pass in Access course with 60 credits overall including 45 Level 3 credits passed with a minimum of Merit, or 102-118 UCAS Tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit or Pass Grades
Scottish Higher
104-120 UCAS Tariff Points from a minimum of 4 Scottish Highers
AS
Accepted when studied alongside other Level 3 qualifications
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D
D*D (104 UCAS Tariff Points)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) - DMM
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF) - D*D*
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)
This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
Pearson BTEC Certificate (QCF)
This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications.
Scottish Advanced Higher
104-120 UCAS Tariff Points from a minimum of 2 Scottish Advanced Highers
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 - 31 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
Extended Project
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
HNC (BTEC) - P - D
HND (BTEC) - P - M
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - DMM
DMM (112 UCAS Tariff Points)
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma - D*D
D*D (104 UCAS Tariff Points)
OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma
This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications.
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate
This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications.
OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate
This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications.
T Level - M
Merit (120 UCAS Tariff Points)
• Direct entry to years 2 (Level 5) or 3 (Level 6)
We welcome applications from students currently studying a Foundation Degree, DipHE, HNC, HND or modules of an undergraduate degree course at another university, who wish to enter directly into Years 2 or 3 of one of our undergraduate degree courses.
• Level 5 (year 2) entry
To directly enter the second year of this course you will need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 120 undergraduate credits at Level 4 or a CertHE in a related subject area.
• Level 6 (year 3) entry
To directly enter the third year of this course you need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 240 undergraduate credits (at Levels 4 and 5), a DipHE, Foundation Degree or HND in a related subject area.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | with 5.5 in each individual component. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 80 | with a minimum of 20 in each individual compoenent. |
Solent University can also accept the following English Language Test:
Duolingo English Language Test
115 overall with a minimum of 95 in each component.
All international applicants need to be aware that the English language requirements to attend Solent University, and the English language requirements to obtain a visa from the Home Office, may be different. This means that if you meet the Solent University language requirement to gain a place on the course, you may still have to meet additional requirements to be granted with a visa by the Home Office.
We strongly advise all applicants to visit the Home Office website which outlines all the requirements for a successful visa application and to take a look at this PDF document which outlines both Solent University and Home Office requirements for a number of language tests.
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
We understand that each student is unique. At Solent we encourage individuality and have adopted a balanced approach to Admissions, by considering exam results alongside portfolios / interviews or auditions.
Our contextual offer scheme allows offers below our standard academic entry criteria to those who have faced challenges which has impacted their performance and predicted higher grades, by taking into account additional selection criteria such as a strong portfolio, interview or audition.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
- Data from:
- This course and 5 other engineering courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- ABB
- Highest grades
- DDE
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
How do you compare?
See how students with your grades have been accepted onto this course in the past.
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17750 | Year 1 |
| International | £17750 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
Solent University offers a number of bursaries, grants and scholarships. For more information, please visit https://www.solent.ac.uk/finance/grants-bursaries-scholarships/bursaries
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Course contact details
Main Contact - Admissions and Enrolment Team
Email:admissions@solent.ac.uk
Phone:+44 (0) 23 8201 5066
Student Funding Team
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