Electronic Engineering

Electronic Engineering at the University of Essex offers a comprehensive and innovative curriculum designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel in the rapidly evolving field of electronics and electrical systems. Throughout this program, students will explore a broad range of topics including circuit design, digital systems, microprocessors, telecommunications, signal processing, and embedded systems. The course is structured to develop both theoretical understanding and practical expertise, enabling graduates to meet the technical challenges of modern electronic engineering environments.

Students will have access to state-of-the-art laboratories and equipment, providing hands-on experience in designing, testing, and implementing electronic circuits and systems. The programme emphasizes problem-solving skills, creative thinking, and technical innovation, preparing students for careers in sectors such as telecommunications, consumer electronics, aerospace, automotive, and technology development. Alongside technical modules, the course also covers relevant areas such as project management, professional ethics, and environmental considerations, ensuring graduates are well-rounded professionals ready for positions in industry or further postgraduate study.

The programme highlights its strong industry links, offering opportunities for placements, internships, and collaborative projects with leading electronics and engineering companies. These experiences enhance employability and provide real-world context to academic learning. Core modules are complemented by optional subjects, allowing students to specialize in areas like wireless communication, control systems, or renewable energy technologies, tailoring their education to their career aspirations.

The University of Essex’s Electronic Engineering degree is delivered by expert academics and industry practitioners who are committed to supporting students throughout their academic journey. The programme fosters an inclusive and dynamic learning environment, encouraging innovation, teamwork, and critical thinking. Graduates of this programme will be well-equipped with the technical proficiency and professional skills needed to pursue diverse and rewarding careers in electronic engineering and related fields, or to continue their studies at a postgraduate level.

Detailed Course Facts

• GBP 9000 Year (EEA)
• GBP 11950 Year (Non-EEA)

• English

Course Content

The special characteristics of our courses are flexibility and choice. In your first year, you usually take four or five modules that include pre-requisite(s) for your course but, in many cases, mean you can try subjects you have not come across before. If you are taking science and engineering subjects, then these options are slightly restricted because our science modules tend to rely on previous knowledge of the subject.
With a small number of exceptions, if you successfully complete the first year of your BSc, then you are qualified to enter the second year not only of that course but also of a range of other courses: for example, if you are a BSc student who takes economics, politics, philosophy and sociology in your first year, then you have a choice of at least two courses and, in some cases, as many as five. This means you can change your course, providing you have taken the appropriate pre-requisites and places are available.
We offer a range of optional modules in your second- and final-years and most courses allow you to undertake a final-year project, an individual piece of research on a topic that interests you. Some of our science courses offer an optional extra year of an industrial placement.
We operate a credit framework for our awards, which is based on principles widely used across the UK university sector. Each module has a credit rating attached and our standard three-year course consists of 360 credits (120 credits in your first year, and 240 credits across your second and final years).
Please note that module information on our course finder provides a guide to course content and may be subject to review on an annual basis.

Year 1
Professional Development;
Mathematics for Electronics and Telecommunications;
Introduction to Programming;
Network Fundamentals;
Digital Systems Architecture;
Digital Electronic Systems;
Foundations of Electronics I; and
Foundations of Electronics II

Year 2
Electronics and Telecommunications Project and Industrial Practice;
Engineering Mathematics;
Analogue Circuit Design;
Digital Systems Design;
Telecommunication Principles;
Engineering Electromagnetics; and
High Level Digital Design

Year 3
Individual Project (double module);
Embedded Systems Design; Advanced Digital Systems Design; and
four from: Mobile Robotics, Image Processing and Computer Vision, Large Scale Software Systems, Network Security, 3D Computer Graphics, RF Systems, Telecommunication Networks, Digital Signal Processing, Audio Electronic Systems and Design and Photonic Networks and Devices
We offer you a wide range of interesting modules to choose from throughout your time at Essex. All modules include a significant coursework element, while teaching draws on the most up-to-date and exciting research. (Please note that modules with a 4 in the middle of their module code are for first-year undergraduates, those with a 5 are for second-year undergraduates and those with a 6 are for third-year undergraduates).

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

Requirements

A-levels: ABB-BBB, including Mathematics (please note we are unable to accept A-level Use of Mathematics in place of A-level Mathematics)
GCSE Mathematics and Science: C
GCSE English: C or above or equivalent
BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM, including Merit in Further Mathematics for Technicians
IB: 32-30 points, including a 5 in Higher Mathematics and a 4 in Standard Level Science (we consider IB certificates at the Higher Level on a case-by-case basis)
Achievement of the Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 6 level three credits at distinction and the remainder at merit (or above) or achievement of the Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 45 level three credits at merit (or above). A-level Mathematics is also required.
English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English: IELTS 6.0 overall with minimum 5.5 in each component (or equivalent). Different requirements apply for second year entry.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Access Bursary

  Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

• Alumni Bursary

  Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than University of Essex.

Funding

For up-to-date information on funding opportunities at Essex, please visit: www.essex.ac.uk/studentfinance.

The Electronic Engineering program at the University of Essex offers students a comprehensive education in the principles and applications of electronic systems and devices. This undergraduate program is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the core areas of electronics, such as circuit analysis, microelectronics, digital systems, signal processing, communication systems, and embedded systems. Throughout the course, students develop practical skills through laboratory work, project-based learning, and industry placements, enabling them to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world engineering problems. The program also emphasizes the importance of innovative thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, preparing graduates for careers in diverse sectors including telecommunications, consumer electronics, aerospace, automotive, and energy industries. The curriculum includes modules that explore advanced topics such as robotics, control systems, and IoT (Internet of Things), reflecting the evolving landscape of electronic engineering technology. Students benefit from access to well-equipped laboratories equipped with modern electronic testing and measurement instruments. The university fosters a collaborative learning environment with opportunities for students to engage in research projects, internships, and industry partnerships, enhancing their employability upon graduation. The program is accredited by relevant professional engineering bodies, supporting graduates in pursuing Chartered Engineer (CEng) status. Overall, the Electronic Engineering degree at the University of Essex prepares students with the theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and industry insight necessary for successful careers in electronic design, development, and research.