MEng, BEng Electronic and Communications Engineering

Overview

This course offers a broad foundation in modern electronic engineering
combined with a range of specialist options for students aiming for careers
in the rapidly expanding areas of information technology, computer networks,
communication systems, microelectronics, control and power electronics and drives. If you are looking for a career in the field of communication systems, then this course is for you. This field includes mobile phone handsets and networks, data communications and digital broadcasting. This continues to be one of the fastest growing engineering sectors and one where the UK is particularly successful. The fourth year options for this programme are drawn from our highly successful MSc programme in Communications Engineering.

UCAS Code: H640
Industrial placements: Yes
Study abroad: Yes
Delivery option: Full time
Start date: September
Course fees: Home/EU: £9,000 International: £16,200.
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Accreditation: This course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) under licence from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council.

The School is ranked number 1 in the UK for research in the latest Research Assessment Exercise.

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Modules

The tables below show the modules that you will study if you commence your studies in September 2011. This information is taken from the University Programme Catalogue, which is a tool designed for current students to select modules. If you are looking to start your studies in September 2012 this is still a useful guide as it gives you an idea of what you might study.

This is an indicative list and actual content may vary as we regularly review the content or our courses in light of new experiences and developments in the field.

 

 

Entry requirements

- AAB at A-level including Mathematics.
- Engineering Diploma grade A plus A-level (A2) Mathematics at grade B or higher
- IB: 36 points overall, with 17 points at higher level to include 5 points in higher level mathematics.

We also welcome and accept students with a wide range of alternative UK and international qualifications.

English requirement: A pass at GCSE level in English Language (grade C or above). International students must have an English language qualification at a suitable level, for example IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

Career options

Recent graduates have been employed by companies such as Sharp, British Aerospace, Pace Microtechnology, Filtronic, BNFL, AEAT Rail, Rover, Baldwin Boxall Communications, CAT (Electronics) and the BBC. Opportunities exist both in large multi-national corporations and small startup companies working on next-generations technologies.

How to apply

All undergraduate applications should be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS).

If you require any further information please contact the Undergraduate Admissions team, e: electronics@leeds.ac.uk t: +44 (0)113 343 2012