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School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering
MEng, BEng Electronic Engineering
Overview
This course allows you to specialise in
advanced electronic design, including
system-on-chip design, embedded
systems engineering, high frequency and
microwave engineering (as used in mobile
communications links) and integrated circuit
design and layout. As well as these
core modules, the course offers you a wide
choice of options such as optoelectronics,
communications systems and electric drives.
This programme is suited to those wishing
to pursue a career in the embedded systems
and digital electronics industries.
UCAS Code: H610
Industrial placements: Yes
Study abroad: Yes
Delivery option: MEng (4 years, full-time) or BEng (3 years, full-time)
Start date: September
Course Fees: (2012 entry)
Home/EU: £9,000 International: £16,200. The main University website has more information on Your finances 2012
Course brochure: Download
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 2012. 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 2013 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.
Year 1
Year 2
| Compulsory modules |
| High Frequency Circuits and Systems |
| Transistors and Optoelectronic Devices |
| Communications Theory |
| Energy Systems and Control |
| Embedded Systems Project |
| Mobile Applications Project |
Year 3
| Compulsory modules |
| Professional Studies |
| Semiconductor Technology |
| RF and Microwave Engineering |
| Digital Media Engineering |
| Embedded Systems |
| Group Design Project (MEng) |
| Bachelors Project (BEng) |
Year 4
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.
Entry requirements
2013 entry
AAA at A level including Mathematics, excluding general studies.
Engineering Diploma Grade A (plus B or above in A-Level Mathematics). Other diploma qualifications considered.
IB: 38 points overall, with 18 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 equivalent qualifications.
English language requirements: A pass at GCSE level in English Language (grade C or above). If English is not your first language, you are required to provide evidence of proficiency in English and you will need to meet our English Language minimum requirements.
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