MSc Electronics & Electrical Engineering & Management

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

University of Glasgow

Program Overview

This MSc blends advanced knowledge in electronics and electrical engineering with essential management and business skills, allowing students to build both technical depth and leadership capability. It’s ideal for those who already hold an engineering or physical sciences degree and want to move into roles that combine engineering practice with management responsibilities.

Curriculum structure:

In the first semester students focus on management-oriented core courses such as Contemporary Issues in Human Resource Management, Managing Creativity & Innovation, Operations Management, Marketing Management, and Project Management. This equips them with tools to navigate business and organisational aspects of engineering ventures.
In the second semester the emphasis shifts to engineering modules including a key course Integrated Systems Design Project M, alongside optional specialist topics like Quantum Electronic Devices M, Electrical Energy Systems M, Microwave and Millimetre Wave Circuit Design, Micro & Nano Technology, Optical Communications and Real Time Embedded Programming. Here students work in teams on engineering projects and deepen their technical expertise.
In the summer session students undertake a major MSc Project or Dissertation, applying both their management understanding and engineering knowledge to a substantial piece of independent work. They may choose an area aligned with their interests in power systems, signal systems, electronics or embedded systems.

Focus areas: engineering management + electronics/ electrical specialism, integrated system design projects, optional advanced modules in electronics/power/signals.
Learning outcomes: ability to lead engineering-projects, manage innovation and organisational change, apply advanced engineering methods in electronics/electrical domains, work across technical and business boundaries.
Professional alignment (accreditation): The programme is delivered jointly by the School of Engineering and the Adam Smith Business School at Glasgow; while specific accreditation is not listed in every source, it aligns with engineering management practices and industrial expectations.
Reputation (employability rankings): The School of Engineering at Glasgow is ranked 1st in Scotland for Electronic & Electrical Engineering in the Complete University Guide 2025.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

In this programme, students gain direct experience bridging the technical side of electronics/electrical engineering with business and management skills. From the outset, they engage in integrated systems design, managing engineering-projects with awareness of quality, cost, accountancy and organisational factors. On the technical side, students access the advanced electronics and electrical lab facilities of the School of Engineering: for instance, the electronics workshops in the Rankine Building house PCB fabrication lines, test-and-measure equipment, and dedicated technicians.

Here’s a breakdown of what students do in practice:

Participate in an Integrated Systems Design module, where they manage an engineering project end-to-end, including planning, quality & cost control, and delivery.
Work in teaching and project laboratories equipped with oscilloscopes, bench power supplies, signal generators, PCB manufacturing capability and electronics test-equipment.
Undertake a major individual MSc project in electronics/ electrical engineering, supported by state-of-the-art facilities and staffed technicians.
Benefit from management/operations/innovation modules (via the joint teaching between the School of Engineering and the Adam Smith Business School) so that engineering decisions are grounded in business realities (costs, innovation management, operations).

Key Features You’ll Experience

Taught jointly by the School of Engineering and Adam Smith Business School, giving you both technical depth and management/business context.
Integrated Systems Design module focussed on engineering project management, quality control, cost/accounting and organisational issues.
Access to electronics workshops and fabrication/test labs (in Rankine Building and elsewhere) with PCB manufacturing capability, test & measurement equipment and technician support.
The programme gives you the option to specialise in electronics/electrical domains and to develop management skills—preparing you for roles that combine engineering and leadership.
A full-time duration of 12 months (campus-based), giving a concentrated, immersive experience.

Why This Programme Stands Out

It offers a unique blend: not purely engineering; not purely management—but engineering + management. If you see yourself not just doing circuits or power systems, but also leading teams, making technical-business decisions, this pulls in both.
The facilities and technician support are well-documented: the electronics labs and PCB fabrication capability mean you’ll be able to build and test real hardware (or at least prototypes) rather than only purely theoretical work.
The management side means you’ll graduate not just with technical know-how, but also understanding of operations, cost, project management, which gives you a wider set of career pathways.
The University of Glasgow’s engineering research/teaching reputation supports this kind of programme: you’ll be studying in an environment that is well-equipped and well-connected.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the University of Glasgow’s MSc in Electronics & Electrical Engineering & Management enter the workforce with a powerful combination of technical expertise and business acumen. This blend of engineering knowledge and management capability equips them to lead innovation and oversee complex projects in technology-driven industries. Typical career paths include Project Engineer, Electrical Systems Manager, Product Development Engineer, and Technology Consultant.

Students receive extensive career and employability support through the University’s dedicated resources and industry links:

Careers Service Support: Offers personalised career guidance, mock interviews, and networking sessions with employers across the electronics and energy sectors.
Industry Engagement: Strong partnerships with organisations such as ScottishPower, Rolls-Royce, BAE Systems, and Siemens connect students with industrial projects, guest lectures, and potential recruitment opportunities.
Graduate Employability: The University of Glasgow is ranked among the UK’s top 10 universities for graduate prospects (Complete University Guide 2025).
Salary Outcomes: Engineering and management graduates typically earn £33,000–£37,000 as a starting salary, with rapid progression into leadership or specialist roles.
Professional Recognition: The degree supports career development toward Chartered Engineer (CEng) status through accredited pathways, offering long-term professional value.
Graduate Success: Alumni are employed globally across industries including renewable energy, smart manufacturing, telecommunications, and consultancy, reflecting the program’s international relevance.

Further Academic Progression:
Graduates wishing to deepen their expertise can pursue a PhD in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, focusing on areas such as sustainable power systems, embedded electronics, or control and automation. Those interested in leadership may also consider a Doctorate in Engineering (EngD) or an MBA, positioning them for strategic roles in technology management or industrial innovation.