Electronic and Electrical Engineering MEng, BEng

When you choose Electronic & Electrical Engineering (BEng or MEng) at the University of Leeds, you dive into hands‑on learning from day one. You'll be based in the purpose‑built Electronic and Electrical Engineering Building, engaging in live labs, robotics suites, and embedded‑systems workshops alongside academic researchers. Throughout every year, you'll combine circuit design, ARM‑based firmware, simulation tools, and real hardware projects—just like professional engineers do 

This program isn’t just lectures—it’s built around active experiential learning:

• Team Engineering Project (45 credits, Year 3 Onwards): You join a team of 3–4 to identify a real-world problem from your summer placement, design a technical solution, prototype it in lab sessions, and deliver written and oral reports under academic supervision—practicing teamwork, project planning, budgeting and technical communication 
• Yearly Embedded Project Work: Every year includes lab-based challenges—from electronics basics in Year 1 to embedded design and power‑electronics systems in Years 2 and 3—supported by National Instruments DAQs, oscilloscopes, PCBs, and MATLAB/Simulink environments 
• NXP Electronics Project Laboratory (Years 3–4): State-of-the-art embedded‑systems lab equipped with ARM‑university boards, FPGA tools, robotics benches, laser optics setups, and renewable‑energy modules for personal or team honours project work 
• Robotics Innovation Lab & Mechatronics Equipment: Supervised teams in Years 3–4 develop systems using ABB industrial robots, Quanser QArm or Aero‑2 kits, and swarm‑robot control benches—ideal for control systems or aerospace design experience 
• Ultrasound and Sensor Instrumentation Laboratory: Use customised high‑bandwidth systems, prototyping ultrasound devices capable of multi‑DVD‑speed data transfer and signal processing work 
• Software Tools & Simulation Environments: In labs and assignments you regularly use MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW, PSpice and circuit CAD, and high-performance computing clusters integrated with Leeds’ Virtual Learning Environment for remote access and coursework 
• Year in Industry & Summer Internships: After Year 2 (or Year 3 for MEng students) you can take a paid industrial placement with one of 100+ partner firms—from Jaguar Land Rover to Leonardo—recorded via the “industrial” degree variant. Meanwhile, shorter internships and on-campus opportunities are arranged through the EPS Employability Team 
• Leeds for Life / Employability Modules: From induction onwards, you’ll do CV-building workshops, case studies, and career sessions embedded in your studies—supported by timetabled workshops leading to IET accreditation and chartered eligibility (CEng or IEng) 
• Peer Mentoring & Engineering Society (ShockSoc): In first year you're paired with a Year 3 student mentor and can join ShockSoc to build robots, fight on the Robot Fighting League stage, or attend industry tech visits—giving you a practical community with peer learning all the way through 
• Study & Library Support Facilities: The programme gives you 24‑hour access to computing clusters, dedicated study spaces in the EEE foyer, and university-wide libraries—plus quiet zones and group rooms for lab report editing or tutorial prep

Graduates of the University of Leeds’ Electronic and Electrical Engineering MEng/BEng program are highly employable, moving into roles such as power systems engineer, embedded systems designer, telecommunications specialist, and renewable energy consultant. Many alumni also pursue further study in robotics, AI, or related fields, or work in sectors including energy, aerospace, healthcare, and smart technology.

Here’s how Leeds specifically supports your future:

Career Services & Experiential Learning:
The program offers optional industrial placements and study abroad opportunities, allowing students to gain professional experience with companies like Amazon, Rolls-Royce, and Sony or international exposure at partner universities. Teaching blends lectures, lab work, and project-based learning, with a strong focus on practical skills in circuit design, C++/MATLAB programming, and power electronics. Leeds’ Careers Service provides tailored support, including CV workshops, employer networking events, and 1:1 guidance, with over 7,000 job vacancies advertised annually for engineering students.

Industry Partnerships & Research:
Leeds’ School of Engineering collaborates with global leaders like BAE Systems and Siemens and invests in cutting-edge facilities, including labs for RF/microwave systems, smart grids, and embedded electronics. Students engage with research in solar energy, quantum devices, and 5G communications, learning from IET-accredited faculty and industry experts. The program’s emphasis on analytical and hardware-software integration skills is valued by employers in energy (25% of graduates), IT (20%), and automotive sectors.

Graduate Outcomes:
Graduates earn an average salary of £35,500 within 15 months, with 95% in highly skilled roles. The program’s blend of theoretical training and hands-on projects equips students with expertise in control systems, digital signal processing, and ethical engineering practices.

Further Academic Progression:
After the MEng, students can pursue PhDs in fields like nanoelectronics or enter industries such as automotive (e.g., Tesla, Jaguar Land Rover). Leeds’ research strengths in sustainable energy and IoT provide a strong foundation for specialization.