Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Study of how to design, build, and apply electrical and electronic systems that power modern life, from microchips and circuits to power grids, automation, and smart devices.
Is this for you?
This degree could suit you if you:
Are interested in electronics and technology
Enjoy maths and physics
Like designing systems
Want a career in engineering or tech
Are analytical
Popular Career Fields
Engineering & Construction
Technology & Startups
Manufacturing & Production
Aerospace & Defence
Your Personality Might Be:
Technically precise
Technology & Startups
Mathematically competent
Innovation-focused
What is it?
What is Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE)?
Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) combines the science of electricity with the design of electronic systems and advanced technologies. It spans everything from high-voltage power networks and renewable energy systems to embedded electronics, communications, robotics, and semiconductor devices.
You will learn how electrical power is generated and distributed, how electronic circuits work, and how to design systems that sense, communicate, compute, and control. The subject underpins technologies such as smartphones, medical equipment, renewable energy, autonomous vehicles, and the global internet infrastructure.
Why study Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE)?
Course Summary
Study of how to design, build, and apply electrical and electronic systems that power modern life, from microchips and circuits to power grids, automation, and smart devices.
What you'll study
Engineering mathematics and physics
Electrical circuits and systems
Analogue and digital electronics
Power systems and energy generation
Electromagnetics and signal processing
Control systems and automation
Microprocessors and embedded systems
Communication systems (wired, wireless, and optical)
Semiconductor devices and microfabrication
Robotics, instrumentation, and sensors
Later in your course, you may specialise in areas such as:
Renewable and sustainable power systems
Electronic design and microelectronics
Communications engineering
Automation and control engineering
Embedded systems and IoT
Skills You'll Gain
An Electrical and Electronic Engineering degree builds a powerful mix of technical and professional skills, including:
Circuit and system design – creating analogue, digital, and mixed-signal electronics.
Power engineering – analysing electrical power, renewable systems, and energy distribution.
Embedded programming – coding microcontrollers and developing IoT systems.
Signal processing and communications – analysing and transmitting information.
Control and automation – designing intelligent systems for machines and processes.
Pathways, Placements and Work Experience
CAREERS
Career Pathways
EEE graduates enter a wide range of industries, including:
Renewable and sustainable energy
Power generation and smart grids
Electronics and semiconductor design
Telecommunications and networking
Aerospace and defence
Robotics and automation
Automotive and electric vehicle technologies
Computing, embedded systems, and hardware design
Manufacturing and instrumentation
Work Experiences & Placements
Many universities offer:
Year-long placements with engineering, energy, electronics, or technology companies
Summer internships in automation, power systems, communications, or product design
Opportunities to work on research or industry-sponsored projects
These build real engineering experience, improve employability, and help students connect with future employers.
Salary Profile
Coming soon
Qualifications, Personal Satement, What to do Next?
AM I ELIGIBLE?
Entry Requirements
A-levels or equivalent including Maths and Physics. Further Maths, Design Technology, or Computing are beneficial.
Personal Statement Tips
Show curiosity about electronics, power systems, or technology.
Mention hands-on experience such as building circuits, coding, robotics, or electronics kits.
Reflect on maths, physics, or problem-solving strengths.
Highlight teamwork, analytical thinking, or engineering-related extracurriculars.
What to do Next
Compare courses to see whether they focus more on power, electronics, or communications.
Attend open days or virtual tours to explore labs and meet lecturers.
Try online tutorials in electronics, programming, or engineering maths.
Follow developments in renewable energy, microelectronics, and smart technology.
Wider Reading
The Art of Electronics – Horowitz & Hill: A practical and intuitive guide to electronic design.
Electrified: The Story of the Grid – Gretchen Bakke: How electrical power shapes modern society.
Everyday Engineering – Richard T. Wright: A clear explanation of how common technologies work.
The Chip – T.R. Reid: The story behind microchips and the engineers who revolutionised computing.