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Vanessa Stanley is now a graduate engineer at Siemens. As a student, Vanessa loved her course. She also quickly discovered that Coventry University offered an incredible amount of extra opportunities outside of it
A degree in electrical and electronic engineering at Coventry University could provide you with the perfect start for a fascinating career in numerous sectors of science and engineering.
Electrical and electronic engineers design, develop and implement systems associated with generation, transmission and control of electrical energy. They are also hugely involved in the rapidly expanding world of electrical vehicle design and its associated systems.
Electrical and electronic engineers make enormous contributions in terms of technological innovation and the advancement in an extensive range of specialised fields; for example in research, where focus and skills-based requirements frequently dictate electrical/electronic expertise input; and in aerospace, where there are developments in electrically powered civil aircraft that could offer lower fuel costs and carbon emissions.
Similarly, civil engineering projects such as high speed train design and development processes are both heavily dependent on engineers with ‘electrical and electronic engineering’ skill sets.
This course incorporates strong academic content with a factual focus, taught with the aim of preparing you to take on the challenges present in many fields of engineering and science which require electrical and electronic engineering expertise.
An award-winning university, we are committed to providing our students with the best possible experience. We continue to invest in both our facilities and our innovative approach to education. Our students benefit from industry-relevant teaching, and resources and support designed to help them succeed. These range from our modern library and computing facilities to dedicated careers advice and our impressive Students’ Union activities.
This course is accredited and recognised by the following bodies:
The BEng course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) from 2019 to year intake 2020 on behalf of the Engineering Council, for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for partial Chartered Engineer. The full accreditation is scheduled for 2020. We anticipate that our application for re-accreditation will be successful. If any changes occur with respect to our accreditation related to this course, we will seek to notify applicants and students as soon as possible.
Vanessa Stanley is now a graduate engineer at Siemens. As a student, Vanessa loved her course. She also quickly discovered that Coventry University offered an incredible amount of extra opportunities outside of it
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Provides students with hands-on learning tools and test benches. Supports learning of the properties of electrical generation use, with the aim of training students in the maintenance and running of electrical machines.
Equipped with a range of test and measurement equipment, development boards for embedded electronics and a variety of interface applications such as GSM, Ethernet and numerous communications and motor solutions.
An award-winning Mathematics Support Centre which provides a wide range of learning resources in mathematics and statistics. Students can make use of drop-in sessions or one-to-one appointments.
My modules taught me a range of subjects and topics which have helped me build a solid foundation in engineering. In my final year, I was able to tailor my dissertation to match my interest in electrical vehicles while applying creative problem solving and analytical skills.
At Coventry University, we believe that studying engineering should be so much more than just learning theory and passing examinations. Our Activity-Led Learning (ALL) approach aims to enable you to develop your skills and knowledge by working on real-life problems and projects, many commissioned by our industry partners.
Designed to meet the Engineering Council UK-SPEC standard, this course covers the fundamental principles of electrical and electronic engineering. It aims to develop the advanced skills needed by today’s graduates to develop high quality solutions in electrical and electronic engineering. Successful completion of this course provides a solid foundation to start a professional career in electronic design, control systems, communication systems and software engineering.
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We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.
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From the outset, we aim to place an emphasis on innovation, design and development to enrich your technical and transferrable skills. You’ll have access to the latest technologies in the fields of electrical and electronic engineering in our well-equipped micro-electronics laboratories, power laboratory and dedicated project facilities.
You will be taught by current staff with substantial research experience and expertise in areas such as: photovoltaics; semiconductor devices modelling, simulation, design and fabrication; electromagnetics; iron core saturation; control theory and applications; wireless sensors and embedded micro-electronics. This informs your teaching, keeping you abreast of new developments and issues, whilst providing opportunities to partner staff on research projects (subject to availability).
Your main study themes are:
This course will be taught using lectures, with associated seminars, tutorials and guest speeches (subject to availability), practical laboratory classes and personal tutorials. Your personal tutor will meet with you during the first academic year and assist with your transition to studying in Higher Education (HE). You’ll have access to modern teaching and learning facilities and a well-equipped library.
The highly applied nature of the course aims to enable you to work with staff on real-world problems from industry, commerce and research groups (subject to availability), mirroring the work you may be subjected to in professional practice. This means that whilst you explore the technical content of your degree, these projects aim to develop the professional skills required including: problem analysis and design; project, task and time management; risk assessment; team work and leadership; technical report and bench assessment; troubleshooting and more. For example, past students have undertaken studies in alternative energy, particularly in the field of solar engineering.
The MEng final year includes a group project based on real-world problems which, where possible, are sourced from industrial collaborators, alongside technical modules that reflect current research work in the School of Computing, Electronics and Mathematics, such as power drives.
Field trips have previously been undertaken to try to further enhance students understanding of course content. Previous students have visited Electric Mountain and other alternative energy centres. Moreover, opportunities may exist for travel to universities in both Europe and China to study abroad*
*Please note that we are unable to guarantee any trip, placement or study abroad opportunities and that all such opportunities may be subject to additional costs (e.g. travel, visas and accommodation etc.), competitive application, availability and/or meeting any applicable visa requirements. To ensure that you fully understand the requirements in this regard, please contact the International Office for further details if you are an EU or International student.
This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will could vary depending upon the module. Assessment methods include formal examinations, coursework, tests, portfolio, practical or project work, group work, demonstrations, presentations and posters.
The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards the achieving the intended learning outcomes.
On successful completion, you will have knowledge of:
On successful completion, you will be able to:
Actual teaching contact hours will vary depending on the level of study and the requirements of a particular semester. In a typical week your class time will be divided amongst personal tutorials and small group teaching; medium group teaching (e.g. seminars, tutorial sessions, lab sessions and workshops); and large group teaching (lectures). In addition, you will be expected to undertake significant self-directed study each week, depending on the demands of individual modules. The number of contact hours may vary from semester to semester, however, on average, it is likely to be around 18 contact hours per week in the first and second years, dropping to around 16 contact hours per week in the final year as you become a more independent learner.
Additionally, you will be expected to complete 20 hours each week studying and project work in your own time including some guided study using handouts and online activities.
Electrical and electronic engineering is applied throughout the world and, as such, we aim to adopt a global perspective within our teaching. During the course you may have the opportunity to spend a period of time abroad for part of your studies. This may be through an organised exchange programme or faculty-funded projects that aim to support national development themes.
*Please note that we are unable to guarantee any placement or study abroad opportunities and that all such opportunities may be subject to additional costs (e.g. travel, visas and accommodation etc.), competitive application, availability and/or meeting any applicable visa requirements. To ensure that you fully understand the requirements in this regard, please contact the International Office for further details if you are an EU or International student.
Did you know we help more students travel internationally than any other UK university according to data from the experts in higher education data and analysis, HESA?
In 2018/19, we were able to provide a total of 5,469 experiences abroad that lasted at least five days.
Much of this travel is made possible through our Global Leaders Programme, which enables students to prepare for the challenges of the global employment market, as well as strengthening and developing their broader personal and professional skills.
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Sending more students overseas than any other UK uni 2016/17
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As well as trips, we offer other opportunities like language courses
The skills Coventry University has provided me with have been invaluable – the wealth of technical knowledge I gained from the degree serves as a solid foundation for technical electrical projects. I’ve also built life-long friendships and gained valuable skills in problem solving, and independent living that has supported my personal growth.
We pride ourselves on offering competitive tuition fees which we review on an annual basis and offer a wide range of scholarships to support students with their studies. Course fees are calculated on the basis of what it costs to teach each course and we aim for total financial transparency.
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This is why our ‘Flying Start’ package provides you with a few course essentials. Your full-time fee for an undergraduate degree will cover the following:
Course essentials - additional costs: This course may incur additional costs associated with any field trips, placements or work experience, study abroad opportunities or any other opportunity (whether required or optional), which could include (but is not limited to) travel, accommodation, activities and visas. This course may incur additional costs associated with any equipment, materials, bench fees, studio or facilities hire. Additional costs not included in the fees:
EU nationals starting in the 2020/21 academic year remain eligible for the same fees as home students and the same financial support. Financial support comes from Student Finance England, and covers undergraduate and postgraduate study for the duration of their course, providing they meet the residency requirement.
EU nationals starting in the 2020/21 academic year must have resided in the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland for the three years prior to the start of their course. The purpose of that three year residency should not have been mainly for the purpose of receiving full time education.
EU nationals starting in the 2020/21 academic year must have resided in the UK and Islands for the five years prior to the start of their course. The purpose of that five year residency should not have been mainly for the purpose of receiving full time education.
Based on current information from the UK Government, international students whose study extends beyond summer 2021 may be eligible for a visa under the UK Government’s Graduate Immigration Route, which will enable students to stay and work, or look for work, in the UK at any skill level for up to two (2) years. Check the most up to date guidance available to check your eligibility and any updates from the UK Government before making an application or enrolment decision.
The technical content of this course is regularly reviewed to reflect what is currently important and in-demand in the electrical and electronic engineering industry. We also aim to ensure that the capabilities and skills that the sector regularly asks for are well addressed.
Successful electrical and electronic engineers should be highly trained professionals, and there is likely to continue to be a demand for electrical and electronic engineers with the ability to specify and design electronic engineering solutions for future challenges, such as electric transportation, renewable energy generation, robot systems and medical diagnostics.
Your career options could range from electrical or electronic design through to electronic manufacturing and integrating, providing and maintaining system solutions for a multitude of different industries.
Coventry University is committed to preparing you for your future career and giving you a competitive edge in the graduate job market. The university’s Talent Team provide a wide range of support services to help you plan and prepare for your career.
90%
of our graduates are in work or further study six months after the course
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Previous graduates from this course have gone into industrial roles in a diverse range of industries, for example defence, the motor industry, electrical and electronics, security and mobile development to name a few. Some have also chosen to progress to further study towards an MSc or PhD.
My placement year changed my way of reasoning and solving problems. I returned for my final year a better person and have secured a first class in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. My educational background, placement experience together with my final year project was made possible by the support of Coventry University, I now look forward to exploring the opportunities in the Engineering industry as a fresh graduate.
By accepting your offer of a place and enrolling with us, a Student Contract will be formed between you and the university. A copy of the 2020/21 Contract can be found here. The Contract details your rights and the obligations you will be bound by during your time as a student and contains the obligations that the university will owe to you. You should read the Contract before you accept an offer of a place and before you enrol at the university.
The tuition fee for the course that is stated on the course webpage and in the prospectus for the first year of study will apply. We will review our tuition fees each year. For UK and EU students, if Parliament permit an increase in tuition fees, we may increase fees for each subsequent year of study in line with any such changes. Note that any increase is expected to be in line with inflation. Following the UK’s exit from the European Union, EU students should be aware that there may be a change to UK laws following the UK’s exit, this may change their student status, their eligibility to study part time, and/or their eligibility for student finance. We will act in accordance with the UK’s laws in force in relation to student tuition fees and finance from time to time.
For International students the tuition fee that is stated on the course webpage and in the prospectus for the first year of study will apply. We will review our tuition fees each year. For international students, we may increase fees for each subsequent year of study but such increases will be no more than 5% above inflation.