Electronic and Electrical Engineering BEng Hons

From the very first year, you'll be immersed in hands-on engineering—working on design projects, embedded systems, and interdisciplinary challenges, all supported by the department’s research strengths and partnerships.

Experiential learning includes:

Early-stage interdisciplinary group projects:
In Year 1, you’ll embark on a common first-year curriculum shared across engineering disciplines, gaining practical teamwork experience through interdisciplinary projects.

Specialist, project-based learning in Year 2:
You’ll deepen your technical know-how with modules that introduce professional programming languages and software tools—and take on a small-group engineering project that mirrors real industry collaboration.

Year abroad or optional Placement Year:
While primarily a three-year BEng programme, there’s flexibility to take a year in industry—usually after Year 2—or study abroad with one of Lancaster’s partner universities. Placements offer exposure to SMEs and multinational firms and enhance employability through reflective reporting.

Final-year individual project linked with research or industry:
In your final year, you'll pursue a year-long individual project—often aligned with Lancaster’s research in microelectromechanical systems, RF engineering, and more—with tangible outputs like IoT moisture sensors, wearable medical antennas, or low-carbon propulsion systems.

Industry-ready professional skills development:
The programme also includes training in management-related skills such as company finance, industrial organization, environmental safety, and quality—preparing you for multidisciplinary industry challenges.

Graduates of Lancaster University's BEng Hons Electronic and Electrical Engineering are highly employable, moving into roles such as electronics design engineer, power systems specialist, control systems engineer, telecommunications consultant, and embedded systems developer. Many alumni also pursue further study in engineering disciplines or work in sectors including renewable energy, manufacturing, robotics, and emerging technologies.

Here's how Lancaster specifically supports your future:

Career Services & Experiential Learning:
The three-year BEng programme offers opportunities for an industrial placement year with leading engineering firms. Students gain hands-on experience through laboratory sessions in Lancaster's state-of-the-art engineering facilities, including the Electrical Power Laboratory and Embedded Systems Lab. The curriculum includes a major third-year individual project where students tackle real-world engineering challenges. The university's Careers and Employability Service provides dedicated engineering career support, including industry networking events and one-to-one guidance throughout the degree.

Industry Partnerships & Research:
The programme benefits from Lancaster's strong industry connections with companies like BAE Systems, Siemens, and National Grid, as well as research collaborations with the Engineering Department's Power and Energy Research Group. Students access excellent facilities including power electronics labs, control engineering suites, and high-performance computing resources. The curriculum incorporates current research in areas like smart grids, renewable energy systems, industrial automation, and wireless communications.

Graduate Outcomes:
Students develop strong technical skills in power systems, electronic circuit design, control engineering, and digital systems—competencies that are valued across multiple engineering sectors. Recent graduates have secured positions with leading employers including National Grid, ARM, and Rolls-Royce.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing the BEng at Lancaster, graduates can progress to the MEng Electronic and Electrical Engineering or pursue master's study in specialised fields. Alternatively, they can enter professional roles in power engineering, electronics design, or technical consultancy—supported by the programme's industry-relevant training and strong employer connections.