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Electrical engineers are at the forefront of technological innovations. You will develop cutting-edge technologies and shape the future of numerous industries.
Course outline
Accredited* by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), this degree will prepare you for a successful career in a diverse and in-demand sector.
Our dynamic program will enlighten your intellect through hands-on projects, cutting-edge research, and state-of-the-art facilities. From tinkering with circuits to designing smart systems, you'll experience the thrill of turning ideas into reality.
You will leave with the required skills to innovate, design, test and apply electrical and electronic components and systems to a range of sectors. This course goes beyond technical engineering to include transferable skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, teamwork, and commercial awareness.
Key benefits
Professionally accredited* – Accredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET)
Supported for success – Ranked 5th in the UK for ‘continuation’ (Electrical and Electronic Engineering; Complete University Guide, 2025)
Power up your future – Develop the skills employers around the globe look for. Gain an edge in a fast-changing world and thrive in your career with Aston Power Skills.
Gold standard teaching – Aston University was awarded Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023)
Investing in you - Ranked 3rd in the UK for ‘spend per student’ (Electrical and Electronic Engineering; Guardian, 2025)
Earn more – Our graduates are among the highest paid in the country, earning on average £38,700 five years after graduating (Engineering; Longitudinal Education Outcomes, 2024)
Here for you - 97% of students felt positive about the academic support they received (Electrical and Electronic Engineering; National Student Survey, 2024)
World class facilities – Including access to Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies, one of the world’s leading photonic research centres.
Where can this degree take me?
The transferable skills that our electrical and electronic engineering programmes provide mean that our graduates are successful in finding employment in a wide range of roles such as:
ICT technician
Controls engineer
Manufacturing engineer
Digital graduate trainee
Graduate technical consultant
Electrical engineer
Junior applications engineer
Graduate electrical and transport engineer
Our graduates have gone on to work at companies such as the Royal Air Force (RAF), Atkins, Thames Water, Babcock, Malvern Panalytical, telent Technology Services, Direct Control Systems, and TM Pharma Group.
Professional accreditation
*This programme is accredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET). As part of the standard process, it is currently undergoing re-accreditation, with confirmation expected before September 2025.
Accreditation is on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partly meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - Electrical and Electronic
Degree
BEng
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Electrical engineers are at the forefront of technological innovations. You will develop cutting-edge technologies and shape the future of numerous industries.
Course outline
Accredited* by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), this degree will prepare you for a successful career in a diverse and in-demand sector.
Our dynamic program will enlighten your intellect through hands-on projects, cutting-edge research, and state-of-the-art facilities. From tinkering with circuits to designing smart systems, you'll experience the thrill of turning ideas into reality.
You will leave with the required skills to innovate, design, test and apply electrical and electronic components and systems to a range of sectors. This course goes beyond technical engineering to include transferable skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, teamwork, and commercial awareness.
Key benefits
Professionally accredited* – Accredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET)
Supported for success – Ranked 5th in the UK for ‘continuation’ (Electrical and Electronic Engineering; Complete University Guide, 2025)
Power up your future – Develop the skills employers around the globe look for. Gain an edge in a fast-changing world and thrive in your career with Aston Power Skills.
Gold standard teaching – Aston University was awarded Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023)
Investing in you - Ranked 3rd in the UK for ‘spend per student’ (Electrical and Electronic Engineering; Guardian, 2025)
Earn more – Our graduates are among the highest paid in the country, earning on average £38,700 five years after graduating (Engineering; Longitudinal Education Outcomes, 2024)
Here for you - 97% of students felt positive about the academic support they received (Electrical and Electronic Engineering; National Student Survey, 2024)
World class facilities – Including access to Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies, one of the world’s leading photonic research centres.
Where can this degree take me?
The transferable skills that our electrical and electronic engineering programmes provide mean that our graduates are successful in finding employment in a wide range of roles such as:
ICT technician
Controls engineer
Manufacturing engineer
Digital graduate trainee
Graduate technical consultant
Electrical engineer
Junior applications engineer
Graduate electrical and transport engineer
Our graduates have gone on to work at companies such as the Royal Air Force (RAF), Atkins, Thames Water, Babcock, Malvern Panalytical, telent Technology Services, Direct Control Systems, and TM Pharma Group.
Professional accreditation
*This programme is accredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET). As part of the standard process, it is currently undergoing re-accreditation, with confirmation expected before September 2025.
Accreditation is on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partly meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Admission Requirements
A Levels
BBC including Maths and one other STEM (a) subjects
BCC including Maths and one other STEM (a) subjects (with an EPQ or core maths* at grade B)
CCC including Maths and one other STEM (a) subjects (contextual offer)
List of STEM (a) subjects: Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Design Technology, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Biology and Electronics.
*List of core maths qualifications we accept: AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies, City & Guilds Certificate in Using and Applying Mathematics, NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics for Everyday Life, OCR (MEI)* Certificate in Quantitative Problem Solving, OCR (MEI)* Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning, Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context, WJEC Eduqas Certificate in Mathematics for Work and Life and Level 3 Core Math.
For full list of entry requirements, visit our course page.
4 Years
Sep-2026
Tuition fees
Domestic
28,605 GBP
International
67,725 GBP
Scholarships
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Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons)
Aston University, Birmingham, United Kingdom
# 401-450QS Subject Rankings
48 monthsProgramme duration
67,725 GBPTuition Fee/year
Engineering - Electrical and ElectronicMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - Electrical and Electronic
Degree
BEng
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Electrical engineers are at the forefront of technological innovations. You will develop cutting-edge technologies and shape the future of numerous industries.
Course outline
Accredited* by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), this degree will prepare you for a successful career in a diverse and in-demand sector.
Our dynamic program will enlighten your intellect through hands-on projects, cutting-edge research, and state-of-the-art facilities. From tinkering with circuits to designing smart systems, you'll experience the thrill of turning ideas into reality.
You will leave with the required skills to innovate, design, test and apply electrical and electronic components and systems to a range of sectors. This course goes beyond technical engineering to include transferable skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, teamwork, and commercial awareness.
Key benefits
Where can this degree take me?
The transferable skills that our electrical and electronic engineering programmes provide mean that our graduates are successful in finding employment in a wide range of roles such as:
Our graduates have gone on to work at companies such as the Royal Air Force (RAF), Atkins, Thames Water, Babcock, Malvern Panalytical, telent Technology Services, Direct Control Systems, and TM Pharma Group.
Professional accreditation
*This programme is accredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET). As part of the standard process, it is currently undergoing re-accreditation, with confirmation expected before September 2025.
Accreditation is on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partly meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - Electrical and Electronic
Degree
BEng
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Electrical engineers are at the forefront of technological innovations. You will develop cutting-edge technologies and shape the future of numerous industries.
Course outline
Accredited* by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), this degree will prepare you for a successful career in a diverse and in-demand sector.
Our dynamic program will enlighten your intellect through hands-on projects, cutting-edge research, and state-of-the-art facilities. From tinkering with circuits to designing smart systems, you'll experience the thrill of turning ideas into reality.
You will leave with the required skills to innovate, design, test and apply electrical and electronic components and systems to a range of sectors. This course goes beyond technical engineering to include transferable skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, teamwork, and commercial awareness.
Key benefits
Where can this degree take me?
The transferable skills that our electrical and electronic engineering programmes provide mean that our graduates are successful in finding employment in a wide range of roles such as:
Our graduates have gone on to work at companies such as the Royal Air Force (RAF), Atkins, Thames Water, Babcock, Malvern Panalytical, telent Technology Services, Direct Control Systems, and TM Pharma Group.
Professional accreditation
*This programme is accredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET). As part of the standard process, it is currently undergoing re-accreditation, with confirmation expected before September 2025.
Accreditation is on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partly meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Admission Requirements
A Levels
List of STEM (a) subjects: Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Design Technology, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Biology and Electronics.
*List of core maths qualifications we accept: AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies, City & Guilds Certificate in Using and Applying Mathematics, NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics for Everyday Life, OCR (MEI)* Certificate in Quantitative Problem Solving, OCR (MEI)* Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning, Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context, WJEC Eduqas Certificate in Mathematics for Work and Life and Level 3 Core Math.
For full list of entry requirements, visit our course page.
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
Scholarships
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