Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Taught)

Develop specialist knowledge of electrical and electronic engineering devices, processes and systems.

This course is accredited by the IET and InstMC. More information is available on the School of Engineering website.

Course overview
Our Electrical and Electronic Engineering MSc provides an opportunity for students to develop knowledge and skills in electrical and electronic engineering topics useful to industry.

Emphasis is given to project work, with a research methods and professional skills module designed to support the project work. Students will apply their knowledge and skills to both individual and group projects, as well as writing reports and presenting technical work, thus developing the project management and numerical skills sought by employers.

A range of optional modules gives students the opportunity to tailor the focus of the course to align with their interests. Our laboratories are equipped with hardware and software to support the different teaching activities in electrical and electronic engineering.

This information is applicable for 2026 entry. Given the interval between the publication of courses and enrolment, some of the information may change. It is important to check our website before you apply.

Core modules

• Advanced Power Electronic Converters and Devices
• Research Methods and Professional Skills
• Individual Project

Optional Core Modules

Students are required to study one of the following two modules:

• Electrical Power Engineering Design Group Project
• Communication and Information Design Group Project

Optional Modules
Previously, a selection of the following options have been offered:

• Optical Communication Systems
• Radio wave Propagation and Wireless Communications Theory
• Advanced Wireless Systems and Networks
• Information Theory and Coding
• ASICs, MEMs and Smart Devices
• High Performance Embedded Systems Design
• Operation and Control of Power Systems
• Control of Electrical Drives
• Advanced Control Systems
• Power Electronic Converters and Devices

You will experience a variety of assessment methods, and can expect to mostly sit (online or face-to-face) examinations and complete coursework assignments.