MEng (Hons) Electronic and Electrical Engineering

The MEng (Hons) in Electronic and Electrical Engineering at Swansea University blends rigorous technical foundations—from analog and digital systems to power engineering—with hands-on learning in cutting-edge labs like the Wolfson Power Electronics & Power Systems facility and the 6G AI Antenna communications lab. It’s perfect for students who thrive on combining theoretical learning with real-world design experience, and who want to kickstart a future in sectors ranging from renewable energy to semiconductors.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1:
The first year lays a solid foundation across core principles of electronic and electrical engineering. You will engage with mathematics through courses like Engineering Mathematics 1 & 2, and establish a practical mindset in modules such as Engineering for People Hackathon and Instrumentation and Control. Simultaneously, you’ll develop technical skills via Digital Design, Microcontrollers, Circuit Analysis, Signals and Systems, Analogue Design, Introduction to Electromagnetics, and Power Engineering, culminating in a well-rounded, fundamental understanding of both theoretical and hands-on engineering essentials.

Year 2:
The second year builds on your first-year groundwork by delving into more specialized engineering topics. It encompasses core modules like Statistical Methods in Engineering, Electronic Materials and Devices, Electrical Machines, and Applied Electromagnetics. You’ll also develop software proficiency with Software Engineering, and get your hands dirty in labs through Electronic Circuits Laboratory and Electrical Machines Laboratory. Key practical experiences include a collaborative Group Design Exercise, and deeper theoretical exposure via Control Systems, Digital Signal Processing, Semiconductor Technology, and Electronic Circuits—so you gain both depth and breadth in key EE domains.

Year 3:
In the third year, the focus shifts toward advanced topics and project-based learning. You’ll undertake core compulsory modules such as Embedded Systems, Power Systems, Power Electronics, Communications, Integrated Circuit Design, and Microwave Circuits and Antennas. These are complemented by Engineering Management to develop your organizational and leadership skills, along with a substantial Individual Research Project worth 30 credits. You also have the flexibility to personalize your path with optional modules like Quantum Devices, Kinematics and Programming for Robots, Internet of Things, or Nanoelectronics.

Optional Year in Industry or Year Abroad
If you're looking to broaden your horizons, you have the option to take an optional Year in Industry (UCAS H604), where you’ll spend an additional year—either in the UK or overseas—working in a real engineering environment and earning an average salary of around £22,000, all with dedicated support to help you secure your placement.

Alternatively, the Year Abroad option (UCAS H603) allows you to study at a partner institution overseas, enriching your cultural experience and strengthening your global outlook—an opportunity that can significantly enhance your employability in an international job market

Year 4 (MEng – Advanced Honours):
Your final year immerses you in advanced engineering and professional competencies. Core modules include Power Semiconductor Devices, Advanced Power Electronics and Drives, Advanced Power Systems, Modern Control Systems, Sustainable Energy and Power Electronics Laboratory, Business Leadership for Engineers, and Sustainability and Environmental Assessment. Central to this year is a significant Group Project (30 credits), where collaboration and independent research culminate in industry-relevant experience. You further enrich your studies by choosing 20 credits from optional modules such as Radio and Optical Wireless Communications, Optical Fibre Communications, Advanced Optical Materials and Devices, Wide Band-gap Semiconductors, Nanoscale Structures and Devices, or Micro and Nano Electro-Mechanical Systems

Focus Areas
Power systems and electronics • Electronics materials and device fabrication • Control systems and signal processing • Wireless and antenna design • Integrated circuit engineering • Embedded and communication systems • Project management and leadership 

Learning Outcomes
Graduates emerge with broad technical fluency—from circuit design and embedded systems to power and communications—plus the confidence to drive independent engineering projects and operate with professionalism in industry-standard labs and tools.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)
Swansea’s MEng in Electronic and Electrical Engineering is tailored to meet industry expectations, providing strong academic rigour and the hands-on preparation that employers value, though you'll want to confirm accreditation specifics if you're aiming for Chartered Engineer status.

Reputation (Employability Rankings)
13th in the UK for Graduates’ Prospects in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (The Guardian University Guide 2025)
Ranked in the top 301–350 worldwide for Electrical & Electronic Engineering (QS World University Rankings 2025)
Notably high scores in Academic Support (9th in the UK, NSS 2024)
Encouraging placements: students can opt for a year in industry (average pay £22k), helping launch their careers with practical experience and employer connections.