Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Pecs

Program Overview

The BSc in Electrical Engineering at the University of Pécs is a hands-on 7-semester program (3.5 years) designed for ambitious students passionate about designing, manufacturing, and operating cutting-edge electric and electronic systems—from power grids to robotics. It's perfect if you're eager to dive into real-world projects, gain skills in measurement, control, and management, and join a vibrant tech community that prepares you for Europe's booming engineering job market.

Curriculum Structure
Year 1 (Semesters 1-2): You'll build a rock-solid foundation in the basics of electrical engineering, starting with core principles like Mathematics, Physics, and Electrical Circuits to understand how energy flows and systems connect. Hands-on labs introduce you to Electronics fundamentals, sparking your interest in circuit design while team projects help you apply theory right away, setting you up for more advanced challenges ahead.

Year 2 (Semesters 3-4): Things ramp up with practical skills in Electrical Machines and Power Systems, where you'll explore transformers, motors, and energy distribution—key for real-world electrification projects. You'll also tackle Control Engineering and Digital Electronics, learning to automate processes and program smart systems, all while getting involved in group developments that mimic industry teamwork.

Year 3-4 (Semesters 5-7): The focus shifts to specialization and innovation, diving into Microelectronics, Automation, and Telecommunication Systems to master cutting-edge tech like computer networks and robotics. Your final semesters emphasize complex projects, such as RoboCup challenges or electrical-power-transformers design, culminating in a thesis that showcases your ability to solve high-level industry problems.

Focus areas: Automation, electrification, computer networks, microelectronic systems, robotics, control engineering, telecommunications, and electrical power systems.

Learning outcomes: Graduates gain competence in measurement, evaluation, control, and management of electrical systems; design and operation of electronic appliances; and participation in complex technology projects during studies.

Professional alignment (accreditation): Fully accredited by the Hungarian Accreditation Committee (2005/7/IX/2/7), ensuring your Electrical Engineer degree meets European standards for professional practice in design, manufacturing, and operations.

Reputation (employability rankings): Electrical engineers from Pécs are highly sought after in Europe's dynamic sector—from nuclear plants to microelectronics firms—with the program's project-based training boosting employability in multinational companies; official stats highlight strong demand for our complex-knowledge graduates.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At the University of Pécs Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, our Electrical Engineering BSc program dives right into hands-on learning, where you'll gain practical skills in designing, manufacturing, and operating electrical and electronic systems through real-world measurement, evaluation, control, and management tasks. Right from your university years, you'll join a vibrant technology society tackling complex projects and developments, building competence in everything from electrical networks to automation. With our state-of-the-art facilities in the renovated 20,000 m² educational and research complex—expanded in 2019 with new wings dedicated to cutting-edge labs—you'll have access to top tools that prepare you for industry success.

Here are some standout experiential learning opportunities specific to the program:
- State-of-the-art laboratories in the Department of Electrical Networks (located at Boszorkány u. 2, Pécs), supporting hands-on training in electrical engineering, including measurement of insulation resistance, earthing, loop impedance, and residual current circuits using tools compliant with EN 61557 standards.
- Complex group projects and developments as part of the technology society, integrating you into real electrical/electronic design and operation tasks from early semesters.
- Practical courses with specialized tools, like those in digital systems (covering mathematical and electronic basics for planning digital computers), microcomputers (architecture, buses, interrupts, DMA), electromagnetic compatibility, and protective systems (e.g., RCDs, TT/IT earthing).
- Research-designated facilities within the Institute of Information and Electrical Technology, including subunits like Department of Automation, Department of Electrical Networks, and external departments (E.ON, Paks Power Engineering) for advanced electrical tech exposure.
- Specialization in Electrification and automation of facilities, focusing on electrical engineering, metrology, and automation for practical facility projects.

This is just the start—imagine applying these skills and launching your career as an Electrical Engineer after 7 semesters in English.

Progression & Future Opportunities

At the University of Pécs Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, our Electrical Engineering BSc program dives right into hands-on learning, where you'll gain practical skills in designing, manufacturing, and operating electrical and electronic systems through real-world measurement, evaluation, control, and management tasks. From day one, you'll join a vibrant technology society that pulls you into complex projects and developments, building expertise with state-of-the-art tools in our refurbished 20,000 m² educational and research complex—complete with cutting-edge laboratories added in 2019 specifically for engineering training. Located at the Department of Electrical Networks (Boszorkány u. 2, Pécs), this setup ensures you're working with professional-grade facilities that mirror industry standards.

Here's how our program makes experiential learning come alive:
- State-of-the-art laboratories in the new wings of our campus, dedicated to mechanical and electrical engineering for hands-on experiments in areas like electromagnetic compatibility, digital systems, microcomputers, and protective earthing systems.
- Complex group projects and developments as part of the technology society, where you'll collaborate on real electrical/electronic design and operation tasks during your 7 semesters.
- Specialized departments and institutes like the Institute of Information and Electrical Technology, Department of Electrical Networks, Department of Automation, and external partnerships (e.g., E.ON, Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions, Paks Power Engineering) for industry-relevant training and potential internships.
- Practical courses with digital tools and software covering microprocessors, digital systems planning, local measurements (e.g., insulation resistance, loop impedance using EN 61557 standards), and IT instruments in labs.
- Research-designated facilities across the expanded campus, supporting specializations like electrification and automation of facilities, with coursework in metrology, electrical drives, and control systems.

Imagine applying all this to launch your career as an Electrical Engineer—our grads are ready for high-quality roles worldwide.