MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering

From your very first day, this course is built around hands-on learning. You’ll be working in advanced laboratories and workshops, tackling real-world problems—and gaining confidence, creativity, and practical know-how along the way.

Experiental Learning Highlights

State-of-the-art specialist laboratories & tools:
You’ll learn in fully equipped labs specially designed for electrical and electronic engineering—including embedded systems (FPGA and microcontroller platforms like Intel, ARM, and Arduino), electronics and communications gear (digital oscilloscopes, function generators, spectrum analyzers, power supplies), control systems (Mitsubishi & Siemens PLCs and SCADA software), electrical power, transmission and distribution, plus automation/Industry 4.0 setups with robots and cobots. You’ll also use design and simulation software such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, MULTISIM, PowerFactory, and Cadence—as well as rapid prototyping tools like 3D printers and laser cutters.

Project-led learning & live projects:
From year one, you don’t just absorb content—you get to apply it. Using computational modelling, simulation, and hands-on design, you’ll work on live industry-relevant projects that bridge theory and practice.

High-profile collaborative projects:
You'll have the opportunity to contribute to exciting, real-world initiatives—like collaborating with Netflix on data acquisition and analysis projects, or joining SHU Racing, where over 70 students work together to engineer a Formula Student car through prototyping, lean manufacturing, and innovation.

Placement year & strong industry links:
You're encouraged to take an optional year-long placement between your second and third years, earning an Applied Professional Diploma while applying your skills in companies like Siemens, BMW, GE, Network Rail, British Gas, ARM, and more. The university supports your search, CV prep, and interview readiness.

Field trips & immersive learning:
To complement your lab work, you’ll get industry exposure through visits to power stations, automotive plants, and advanced manufacturing sites—bringing context to your theoretical understanding.

Networking & industry integration:
SHU keeps you well-connected: you’ll attend events like alumni career panels, careers fairs, research poster showcases, SHU Racing launches, and EngFest—great for expanding your professional horizons and getting noticed by employers.

Ongoing academic support facilities:
You’ll benefit from a robust support ecosystem—covering your academic, personal, and career development. That includes the Skills Centre (for webinars, one-to-ones, and assignment prep), the weekly Engineering Café drop-in for tutor advice, and dedicated Maths & Stats support sessions.

Graduates of Sheffield Hallam University’s MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering are highly employable, moving into senior roles such as electrical systems engineer, electronics project manager, power network specialist, automation and control engineer, and telecommunications consultant. Many alumni also pursue PhD research or leadership positions in sectors including energy, aerospace, manufacturing, and smart infrastructure.

Here’s how Sheffield Hallam specifically supports your future:

Career Services & Experiential Learning:
The integrated master’s program includes an extended industry placement or research project, giving you advanced professional experience. You’ll develop expertise through specialist modules, high-level lab work, and industry collaborations, with emphasis on power electronics, embedded systems, and smart grid technologies. The university’s Engineering Careers Team provides dedicated support for securing placements, graduate schemes, and chartered engineer pathways.

Industry Partnerships & Research:
The department maintains strong ties with global engineering firms like Siemens Energy, ARM, and National Grid. Students engage with cutting-edge research in renewable energy integration, industrial IoT, and advanced control systems. The university’s £11m engineering facilities include smart grid simulators, high-power labs, and Industry 4.0 automation platforms. Employers particularly value graduates’ skills in system-level design, project leadership, and innovative problem-solving for complex electrical challenges.

Graduate Outcomes:
Students qualify with master’s-level competencies in power systems analysis, advanced digital design, engineering management, and research methodologies – preparing them for leadership roles in technology and infrastructure development.

Further Academic Progression:
After your MEng, you can progress directly to engineering leadership roles or pursue doctoral research in smart energy, electronic materials, or control systems, supported by the program’s research excellence and industry networks.