Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Develop the practical skills, knowledge, and industry-focused expertise to shape future technologies. Study our IET-accredited Master’s in Chelmsford.
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 range of environments.
Collaborating with other students on innovative projects, you’ll cover topics such as power conversion systems, signal processing, renewable systems and digital design using FPGA and VHDL.
If you have a CEng accredited Bachelor’s degree, you'll graduate ready to register as a Chartered Engineer.
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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Tackle real-life engineering challenges with our project-based curriculum
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Develop innovation and product development skills for engineering careers
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Explore Digital Signal Processing, robotics, AI, IoT, power electronics, sustainable technologies and more
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Gain hands-on experience in our electronics and microelectronics labs
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Use industry-standard software including Xilinx ISE, Multisim, LabVIEW, Ansys, Matlab, SPICE and VHDL-AMS
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Learn from staff from a range of industrial and academic backgrounds
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 specialist and senior roles at the cutting edge of modern multi-faceted systems.
The technical skills you'll 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.
Teaching and modules
Take your technical knowledge and skills to the next level.
Tackle real-life engineering challenges through project-based learning, as you design, implement and manage the development of complete microelectronic circuits.
You’ll evaluate current research in electronic and electrical engineering, in the context of sustainable development, while also developing a critical awareness of industry challenges and priorities, with a particular focus on ethics.
You’ll bring your learning together through a Major Project, investigating a relevant topic of your choice. It's an opportunity to develop your skills in independent research, analysis and engineering problem-solving.
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 *.
- 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)
- Into ARU
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.
- 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) *
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.
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Dr Sufian YousefAssociate Professor
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Dr Alireza SanaeiSenior Lecturer
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Dr Kahtan AzizSenior Lecturer
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.