Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Develop essential engineering knowledge and skills and prepare for a successful career in a fast-moving industry.
in the East of England for undergraduates employed as managers, directors or senior officials.
Source: GOS 2025
Electronic and electrical engineers are at the forefront of the challenge to connect our world: from designing and building more efficient and affordable technology, to providing a more robust and green energy network, helping us live better, healthier, smarter and more sustainably.
With an emphasis on Industry 4.0 concepts, learn the latest developments and techniques in a variety of cutting-edge areas of engineering, such as Digital Signal Processing (DSP), robotics, AI, internet of things (IoT), power electronics and sustainable technologies, so you'll graduate well-prepared to enter the workplace.
You’ll carry out four phases of an engineering project: design, analyse, build and test. Through this project-based, hands-on approach, you’ll develop the technical skills and associated knowledge you need to work in the engineering sector, with an emphasis on embedded systems and remotely controlled wireless systems.
You’ll also learn about broader factors that all engineers have to consider, including the economic, social and environmental impact of your work.
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Studying BEng/MEng Electronic and Electrical Engineering at ARU
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Develop high-level knowledge and skills in Digital Signal Processing (DSP), robotics, AI, internet of things (IoT), power electronics, sustainable technologies and more
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Bring the world of work to life through Live Briefs; designed and developed with regional employers to give you exposure to ‘real world’ problem-solving
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Study in our state-of-the-art electronics and microelectronics labs, using software including Xilinx ISE, Multisim, LabVIEW, Ansys, Matlab, SPICE and VHDL-AMS
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Our diverse breadth of expert staff, who come from a wide range of industrial and academic backgrounds, make learning more real, hands-on and relevant
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
You'll develop knowledge and skills in Digital Signal Processing (DSP), robotics, AI, internet of things (IoT), power electronics, sustainable technologies and more, thoroughly preparing you to make a real difference to the world in a career at the forefront of innovation.
We work with employers to make sure you graduate with the knowledge, skills and abilities they need. They help us review what we teach and how we teach it – and they offer hands-on, practical opportunities to learn through work-based projects and internships.
Graduation doesn’t need to be the end of your time with us. If you’d like to continue your studies, we offer an MSc in Electronic and Electrical Engineering. Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship and get 20% off your fees
Teaching and modules
Study the internal architecture of embedded systems, analogue and digital electronics, microelectronic digital design processes, and mechatronics. Learn to use specialist software to model electrical and electronic circuit operation and find out how to design, develop and maintain electrical control systems, machinery and equipment.
Gain an understanding of signals and how Digital Signal Processing (DSP) is used. Study power system components and technology, power flow analysis, smart grid and power conversion technologies and solid state power devices.
Gain an insight into the history of engineering, how it operates today and what you need to consider to work in the industry. Discover how engineering operating systems are used to keep businesses running efficiently and satisfying customers' needs and use complex mathematical concepts to solve engineering problems.
You’ll learn through projects, for example creating a mechatronic product based on IoT data collected by sensors, a real-world electronics and robotics engineering project and a research project.
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 *.
- Applied Engineering Mathematics (15 credits)
- Introduction to Engineering (15 credits)
- Manufacturing and Materials Project (30 credits)
- Mechatronic Design Project (30 credits)
- Embedded Systems (15 credits)
- Analogue and Digital Electronics (15 credits)
- Into ARU
- Electronic Design Project (30 credits)
- Robotic Control Design Project (30 credits)
- Ruskin Module (15 credits)
- Electric Machines. Sensors and Actuators (15 credits)
- Advanced Engineering Mathematics (15 credits)
- Signals and Signal Processing (15 credits)
- Electronic and Electrical System Design Project (60 credits)
- Automation and Control (15 credits)
- Power Engineering (15 credits)
- Research Methods and Individual Project (30 credits)
To prepare you for university study, you can take a foundation year at the start of this course. Find out more about foundation years.
- Foundation in Engineering, Computing and Technology
You can choose to take an optional placement year as part of this course. Placements typically happen in Year 3, and your course will take four years overall. Find out more about placement years.
- Work Placement School of Engineering and the Built Environment (120 credits)
Read profiles of teaching and research staff on this course.
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Dr Kahtan AzizSenior Lecturer
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Dr Sufian YousefAssociate Professor
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Alireza SanaeiLecturer
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Dr Muhammad Naguib Bin Ahmad NazriLecturer
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Dr Mohamed YehiaSenior 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.
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Ground robot
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Mechatronics and robotics signalling machine
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Meclab station with vacuum suction
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MPS robot station
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Packaging station
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PLC chemical machine Medbic
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Soldering
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Sorting station
Entry requirements
Fees and funding
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