Electrical and Electronic Engineering - BEng (Hons)

Northumbria University, Newcastle

From mobile phones to missile defence systems and all digital electronics in between, electrical and electronic engineers play a crucial role in the development of anything that requires a plug or battery. Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), the BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering course will provide you with all of the skills and knowledge required to pursue a career in this diverse industry. Thanks to the recovering economy and advancements in technology, graduates are in high demand globally meaning there has never been a better time to enter the industry. Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Candidates must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree to comply with full CEng registration requirements.Northumbria's Electrical and Electronic Engineering course will equip you with all of the skills, knowledge and practical experience to progress your future career. You will leave with a strong understanding of electrical and electronic engineering, alongside the technical, analytical and practical skills required to work within this industry. Undertaking an optional placement year will also further enhance your employment prospects, providing you with experience of a real working environment. You will have the opportunity to tailor your learning to specialise in your own area of interests, whether this be electronics, communications or power. This will prepare you for employment across a range of sectors thanks to the broad range of subjects studied. Previous graduates have gone on to work for companies such as Intel, Motorola, Siemens and Triumph. This course’s accreditation with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) will enable to you meet the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer. You may also wish to continue with further study. Completion of this course will allow you to partially meet the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer, with further study and work opportunities available should you wish to complete this accreditation in full.

Engineering