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University degree

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Heriot-Watt University
Qualification
Degree
Length
5 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
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About this course

Study a range of topics from low current electronics to high power systems. Opportunity to begin a six-month industrial placement in the summer before Year 5. We were recently ranked 1st in the UK for Electrical and Electronic Engineering in the Daily Mail University Guide 2026, reflecting the exceptional quality of our teaching, research, and industry engagement in the field.

MEng (hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering provides you with a broad-based education in the subject, and develops your critical understanding of the core theories, principles and concepts relating to the use of engineering and computer technology. You’ll integrate engineering principles with the knowledge and understanding of mathematics, science, and management to adopt a holistic approach to solve current and emerging electrical engineering problems. During the first three years students study topics from low current electronics to high power systems.

During the 4th and 5th years, your technical studies are advanced to a Masters level and the syllabus is greatly extended in the area of engineering management. You will also have the opportunity to complete a six-month industry placement during your final two years, and complete advanced courses in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, and Mechanical Engineering. The undergraduate programme will make you aware of the range of functions a qualified engineer can fulfil, whilst exploring industry-specific design techniques and software packages.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
96-111 pts5%
112-127 pts5%
128-143 pts5%
144-159 pts20%
160-175 pts15%
176-191 pts5%
192-207 pts5%
208-223 pts20%
224-239 pts5%
How they qualified
90% got in with alevel. The rest came in a mix of ways:
alevel90%
otherHE10%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
90%
In work or further study after
85%
In professional / skilled jobs
85%
Continue past first year
85%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£32,000
After 15 months
£30,500
3 years on
£37,500
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
85%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching87%
Assessment & feedback80%
Academic support63%
Well organised88%
Learning resources89%
Student community89%
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Where this degree can lead
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When you're ready, the full entry requirements and application are on Heriot-Watt University's own site.
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