MSc

Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Develop the skills and expertise you need to meet the challenges of a constantly changing industrial world. Study on our IET-accredited Master’s in Chelmsford.

Start date
September 2026 January 2027
Location
Chelmsford
Award
MSc
Duration
1 year full-time

Start date
September 2026
Location
Chelmsford
Award
MSc
Duration
2 years with professional experience

It's possible to study this course part-time. You'll take the same modules as MSc/MA students, but sometimes in a different order or in different years.

As a part-time student you'll typically study for twice as long as full-time students. For example if the MSc/MA course takes one year, you can expect to study over two years, though for some courses this may vary.

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There’s an ever-growing demand for skilled electronic engineers. In our specially equipped laboratories, you’ll develop the expert knowledge and understanding to practice safely and effectively in a wide range of environments.

Collaborating with other students on innovative projects, you’ll cover topics such as power conversion systems, signal processing, and renewable systems, and – if you have a CEng accredited Bachelor’s degree – graduate ready to register as a Chartered Engineer.

The Institution of Engineering and Technology

Our Electronic and Electrical Engineering MSc is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). Provided you meet certain conditions, upon graduation you'll be able to satisfy the educational base for CEng registration.

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Why ARU?
  • Tackle real-life engineering challenges with our project-based curriculum

  • Develop innovation and product development skills

  • Explore Digital Signal Processing, robotics, AI, internet of things, power electronics, sustainable technologies and more

  • Study in state-of-the-art electronics and microelectronics labs

  • Use software including Xilinx ISE, Multisim, LabVIEW, Ansys, Matlab, SPICE and VHDL-AMS

  • Learn from staff from a range of industrial and academic backgrounds

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Study at an award-winning university

We were named Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023. We've also been awarded a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework – a reflection of the outstanding education we offer our students.

Careers

Prepare for a career at the cutting edge of modern multi-faceted systems.

The technical skills you gain from this course will open up possibilities in design or systems engineering, medical electronics, environmental monitoring, microelectronics, sound technology, biophysics, power, transport, industrial process control, and teaching.

While studying, you’ll benefit from opportunities to build your network with our extensive industry connections, including Arm Limited, Teledyne E2V, Ford Motor Company, Skyships, and Raytheon.

Graduation doesn’t have to be the end of your time with us. You might choose to embark on a postgraduate research programme, such as our Engineering and the Built Environment PhD. Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship and save £400 on your fees.

Teaching and modules

Take your technical knowledge and skills to the next level.

In our state-of-the-art electronic and electrical engineering lab, you’ll design, implement and manage the development of complete microelectronic circuits.

You’ll critically evaluate current research in electronic and electrical engineering, in the context of sustainable development. You’ll also develop a critical awareness of current challenges and priorities in industry, with a particular focus on ethics.

You’ll complete your Master’s with your Major Project – a substantial research project on a relevant topic of your choice.

Modules are subject to change and availability, and may vary by location. If you have the choice of optional modules, these are indicated with a *.

Year 1
  • Sustainable Environmental Design and Engineering Management Systems (15 credits)
  • Digital Systems Design with VHDL and FPGAs (30 credits)
  • Power Conversion Systems (15 credits)
  • Industrial Process Control (15 credits)
  • Advanced Digital Signal Processing (30 credits)
  • Sensing and Sensors Fusion (15 credits)
  • Engineering Major Project (60 credits)
Module details

You can choose to study with us over two years (full-time), and take Professional Experience modules in Year 2, with a Preparation for Professional Experience module in Year 1. You'll complete your Postgraduate Major Project in Year 2.

Professional experience modules
  • Engineering Major Project (60 credits)
  • Professional Project 1 (EBE) (60 credits) *
  • Professional Project 2 (EBE) (60 credits) *
  • Professional Placement 1 (60 credits) *
  • Professional Placement 2 (60 credits) *
Module details

It's possible to study this course part-time. You'll take the same modules as MSc/MA students, but sometimes in a different order or in different years.

As a part-time student you'll typically study for twice as long as full-time students. For example if the MSc/MA course takes one year, you can expect to study over two years, though for some courses this may vary.

Read profiles of teaching and research staff on this course.

Facilities

Our students benefit from:

  • state-of-the-art electronics and microelectronics laboratories
  • industry-standard software including Xilinx ISE, Multisim, LabVIEW, Ansys, Matlab, SPICE and VHDL-AMS
  • hardware platforms that feature the latest all programmable Zynq SoC FPGA circuits and ARM microcontrollers
  • a range of general computing and media facilities
  • other facilities including extensive library and IT resources
  • support with careers and employability, study skills, health and wellbeing, and more.

Our team of technical experts will be on hand to offer support and guidance. 

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Entry requirements

Fees and funding

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