MEng in Electronic and Electrical Engineering

The Electronic and Electrical Engineering MEng at the University of Huddersfield is a 4-year full-time integrated Master's degree designed for students aiming to become Chartered Engineers. It provides a comprehensive understanding of electrical energy generation, distribution, application, and control. The curriculum emphasizes sustainable power generation, integrated electronic and electrical systems, and the electronic control of electric machines. The course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), ensuring it meets the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status.

Curriculum structure:

Year 1:
The first year establishes a strong foundation in engineering principles. Modules such as Engineering Communication and Materials develop your ability to communicate complex technical information effectively. Mathematics equips you with the essential mathematical tools required for engineering analysis. Manufacturing, Measurement and Diagnostics introduces you to the practical aspects of engineering, focusing on manufacturing processes and diagnostic techniques. Engineering Science provides a theoretical understanding of the physical principles underlying engineering systems. Mechatronics integrates mechanical, electronic, and computing technologies, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of modern engineering. Professional Development and Transferrable Skills focuses on developing the personal and professional skills necessary for a successful engineering career. These modules collectively prepare you for more advanced studies in subsequent years.

Year 2:
In the second year, the curriculum delves deeper into specialized areas of electronic and electrical engineering. Enterprise: Electronic Product Design and Manufacture emphasizes the design and manufacturing processes of electronic products, integrating business considerations. Signal Analysis and Control focuses on the analysis and control of signals in engineering systems. Embedded Systems introduces the design and implementation of embedded systems, which are integral to modern electronic devices. Electronics 2 builds upon the foundational knowledge from the first year, exploring more advanced electronic components and circuits. Electrical Principles 2 extends your understanding of electrical systems, focusing on more complex concepts. Electrical Power and Machines covers the principles of electrical power generation and the operation of electrical machines. These modules provide a comprehensive understanding of key areas in electronic and electrical engineering.

Year 3 (Optional Placement Year):
The third year offers an optional industrial placement, allowing you to apply theoretical knowledge in a real-world engineering environment. This placement provides valuable practical experience, enhancing your employability and providing insights into the professional engineering landscape. During this year, you will be employed by a company for 12 months, with the actual number of weeks worked depending on the company's annual leave policy. The placement is a valuable tool for personal and professional development, making graduates with industry experience more attractive to employers.

Year 4:
The final year focuses on advanced topics and independent research. The Final Year Project allows you to undertake an in-depth study of a specific engineering topic, demonstrating your ability to conduct independent research. Control Systems explores the design and analysis of systems that regulate the behavior of other systems, a crucial aspect of modern engineering. Digital System Integration examines the integration of digital systems, focusing on the challenges and solutions in combining various digital components. Electrical Power and Drive Systems delves into the operation and control of electrical power systems and drives. Additionally, you can choose an option module, such as Analogue System Integration, which focuses on the integration of analogue systems, or Project Quality and Production Management, which covers the principles of quality management and production processes in engineering projects. These modules culminate in a comprehensive understanding of advanced electronic and electrical engineering concepts

Final Year:
The fifth year emphasizes master's-level engineering practice, focusing on advanced topics and professional development. Modules such as Year 5 Group Project engage students in collaborative, design-oriented projects that challenge them to apply accumulated knowledge and skills. Project and Finance Management develops a comprehensive understanding of strategic aspects in program and project management, emphasizing financial information and quantitative skills. Virtual Instrumentation provides knowledge in both hardware and software aspects of virtual instrumentation, covering modeling, designing, processing, and simulating a range of analog and digital systems. Modelling of Electromechanical Systems introduces advanced techniques required for the analysis, design, operation, and control of electrical power networks and power electronic drive systems. Process Measurement and Control covers models of process plant systems for optimizing control system performance and familiarizes students with various computer control systems. Computers in Control provides an understanding of the hardware and software aspects of microcontroller interfacing, equipping students with design skills to implement embedded systems using microcontrollers.

Focus areas:
Sustainable power generation, integrated electronic-electrical systems, electrical machine performance and control, feedback and control systems, digital circuit and system design (including CMOS and HDL methods), power electronics and renewable energy applications, analogue design, and production/project management for electronic systems.

Learning outcomes:
Graduates develop practical engineering skills, theoretical understanding of electronics and power systems, experience in team-based and problem-based learning, continuous feedback loops through SAIL, plus optional placement-based real-world experience. The course integrates a Global Professional Award (GPA), enhancing employability skills and professionalism.

Professional alignment (accreditation):
Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), fully satisfying academic requirements for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and partially covering those for Chartered Engineer (CEng).

Reputation (employability & rankings):
Rated Gold in all three aspects of the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023—the only university in Yorkshire & the Humber and North West to achieve this. Staff are ranked top in England for qualifications, and the university leads joint-first nationally for National Teaching Fellowships.
In the Complete University Guide's 2025 rankings, the university is 65th overall, with the Electronic & Electrical Engineering subject ranked 46th.