MEng, BEng Electronics and Nanotechnology

Overview

The world has been transformed by the power of silicon microelectronic technology. Communications, transport, science, medicine and entertainment are just some of the sectors that have benefited.

The milestone of one billion transistors on a chip was recently reached and such chips are already in use in consumer products such as digital cameras, phones and MP3 players. And yet, nanotechnologies such as carbon nanotubes, molecular self-assembly and bio-molecular electronics, and new paradigms such as quantum computing and spintronics are set to fuel another great revolution in electronics technology.

This unique and exciting course is focused directly on this interface between the fields of electronics and nanotechnology. It covers the foundations of electronic engineering, from communications systems through to computer engineering, integrated circuit design and micro/nano fabrication.

It enables you to understand the principles of electronics and nanotechnology, in particular the principles of the fabrication and design of modern microelectronic products. The broad coverage of electronics keeps a wide range of career options open to you, whilst the unique nanotechnology exposure means you can seek top flight jobs in micro- and nano-electronic design, semiconductor fabrication and in academic research.

UCAS Code: HF63
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.
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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 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.

Career options

Career-wise, the broad coverage of electronics keeps a wide range of options open, whilst the unique nanotechnology exposure means that you will be able to seek top flight jobs in micro- and nano-electronic design, semiconductor fabrication and in academic research. The excellent reputation of Leeds ensures the Leeds graduates are very highly regarded by employers.

Entry requirements

2013 entry

AAA at A level including Mathematics, excluding general studies.

Engineering Diploma Grade A (plus A 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 are an International (non-EU/EEA or Swiss citizen) applicant who has applied for, or intends to apply for, this course within the Faculty of Engineering and require a student visa to study in the UK then you will require an ATAS certificate.

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