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Electronic and Electrical Engineering (Taught)

Course details
  • MSc (Eng)
  • 1 Years
  • Full-time
  • September 2026
  • Postgraduate
Course location
Distance learning

Course summary

Prepare for a career in industry or research. You'll further your understanding of electronic and electrical devices and systems, experience a wide range of topics and, finally, specialise in an area that particularly interests you.

Course description
Electronic and electrical engineering is a dynamic and wide-ranging discipline, central to many of the technologies that underpin modern life. This MSc course provides a flexible pathway for students seeking to deepen their knowledge and technical skills, whether to prepare for a career in industry or to pursue further research.

You will build a strong foundation through core teaching that reflects the school’s active research strengths, while tailoring your learning to match your individual interests and career aspirations.

With a broad portfolio of advanced optional modules to choose from, you can shape your degree in a way that suits you best - either by maintaining a broad-based approach or by specialising in a focused area. Specialist areas available include power electronics and electrical machines, semiconductor and photonic engineering, digital electronics and advanced computing and mobile and data communications. These fields are closely aligned with current industry demands and global technological trends.

In addition to taught modules, you will undertake an individual research project, working alongside world-class academics and using state-of-the-art facilities. The project provides an opportunity to apply your knowledge to a real engineering problem, often in collaboration with industry or research centres.

Graduates of this programme are well-equipped for technical and leadership roles in sectors ranging from energy and transport to communications, electronics and manufacturing.

The course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), helping to support your pathway towards Chartered Engineer status.

Accreditation
Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council (EC) as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer. You must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree to comply with full CEng registration requirements.

Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.

How to apply

International applicants

English language requirements: IELTS 6.5 (with 6 in each component) or University equivalent.

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject with relevant modules.

Please visit our website for the full list of accepted subjects and modules.

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

https://sheffield.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/courses/2026/electronic-and-electrical-engineering-msceng#feesfunding

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