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Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year

Study level:
Undergraduate

Course summary

Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.

Course summary

  • Become a professional electrical and electronic engineer from day one.

  • Gain knowledge and specialised skills in state-of-the-art labs and workshops.

  • Apply your skills by completing industry-linked projects and placements.

  • Explore diverse disciplines – mechanical, automotive, aerospace, civil engineering.

  • Design and manage electrical systems for a sustainable future.

From smartphones and buildings to electric cars and renewable energy, the world we live in today is profoundly dependent on the talents of electronic and electrical engineers. Creating, designing and managing the systems that keep things running is vital in our society – from the generation of heat, light and power to the ease and speed of communication that we’ve come to expect.

For full details of course modules, assessments, and teaching methods, please visit the course page on our website: https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/Engineering/BEng-Honours-Electrical-and-Electronic-Engineering-with-Foundation-Year/Full-time/

How to apply

Apply by
14 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:
A024
Institution code:
S21
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.

Course options

Open days

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 80 points

This must include at least 32 points from one A level or equivalent BTEC qualifications. For example: CDD at A Level, MMP in BTEC Extended Diploma, Pass overall from a T level qualification with C from core, or a combination of qualifications, which may include a maximum of one AS level, EPQ and general studies.

Access to HE Diploma - M: 15 credits

An Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2. At least 15 level 3 credits must be at merit grade or above from a QAA-recognised Access to HE course, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE English Language at grade C or 4 GCSE Maths at grade C or 4

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

Additional entry requirements

Interview
Some applicants may be invited to attend an informal interview with the course leader to ensure that the programme is suitable for themselves and their aspirations.
Other
Please note that this information is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or equivalent.

Please click the following link to find out more about English language requirements for this course https://www.shu.ac.uk/Courses/Engineering/BEng-Honours-Electrical-and-Electronic-Engineering-with-Foundation-Year/Full-time/

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.

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 6 other engineering (foundation only) courses
Date range:
2022-2024

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

95% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

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

Undergraduate home tuition fees for 2026/27 are not yet confirmed. Please check our website for further details. Our tuition fee for UK students in 2025/26 is:
• £9,535 per year (capped at maximum 20% of this during placement year)
• Some foundation courses: £5,760 for the FY, then £9,535 per year
Undergraduate international/EU tuition fee for 2026/27:
• £18,000 per year (capped at maximum 20% of this during placement year)
Fees may increase in subsequent years per Government or UKRI regulations. More information can be found in our terms and conditions under student fees regulations at www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/terms-and-conditions-and-student-regulations

Sponsorship information

Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.

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