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University degree

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Whitefield Academy Trust
Qualification
Degree
Length
3 yrs
UK fees / yr
Β£9,535
Study
full-time
Worth knowing: about 30% of students don't make it past first year here - ask the uni what support they offer.
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About this course

This electrical and electronic engineering degree explores the fundamentals of electrical and electronic engineering, including electrical circuits, control and instrumentation, electromagnetic waves, and communication networks design. You will also learn about pioneering approaches in this field and how to apply these to real-world problems. A project in a subject of your choice will help develop your professional skills through modules designed to prepare you for a successful career in engineering.

The Institution of Engineering and Technology accredits this degree on behalf of the Engineering Council.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
80-95 pts20%
96-111 pts35%
128-143 pts10%
144-159 pts25%
How they qualified
65% got in with A-levels. The rest came in a mix of ways:
A-levels65%
other higher education35%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
75%
In work or further study after
70%
Continue past first year
88%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
Β£30,000
After 15 months
Β£31,500
3 years on
Β£40,000
5 years on
What graduates actually go on to do % of leavers
Engineering professionalsHighly skilled35%
Sales occupations5%
Process, plant and machine operatives5%
Managers, directors and senior officialsHighly skilled15%
Elementary occupations5%
Information Technology ProfessionalsHighly skilled5%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionalsHighly skilled5%
Design occupationsHighly skilled5%
What students say National Student Survey
88%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching96%
Assessment & feedback87%
Academic support84%
Well organised93%
Learning resources86%
Student community82%
In students' own words
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A great decision
The course has exceeded my expectations. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, admin can be slow to respond, especially at start of term. On the city β€” the city is a brill…
Class of 2023 Β· Full-time
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Would do it again
Honestly, one of the best decisions I've made. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, the timetable has some awkward 9am / Friday afternoon slots. On the city β€” local cost …
Class of 2022 Β· Full-time
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When you're ready, the full entry requirements and application are on Whitefield Academy Trust's own site.
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Careermash Β· real course data from HESA / Discover Uni, in plain English.

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