Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Electrical and electronic engineering is the discipline that designs and develops the systems that power and connect the modern world. Electrical engineering encompasses power generation, transmission and distribution, while electronic engineering deals with the circuits, devices and systems that process information, control physical processes and enable communication. Together they cover a spectrum of applications from renewable energy infrastructure and electric vehicles to telecommunications, embedded computing and consumer electronics.

At London South Bank University this four-year full-time programme includes a foundation year, which provides the mathematical and scientific preparation needed before you enter the full engineering degree. The foundation year is designed for students who have the potential and enthusiasm for engineering but may not yet meet the standard entry requirements, and it leads directly to the BEng (Hons) programme. The course also includes a sandwich placement year and embedded work placement opportunities, giving you substantial professional experience in an engineering environment alongside your academic studies.

The typical entry tariff for this programme is around 88 UCAS points, reflecting the inclusive and developmental character of the foundation entry route.

You will study circuit theory, digital systems, power systems, control engineering, signal processing, embedded systems and power electronics, developing both the theoretical understanding and the practical skills to work as a professional engineer. The foundation year ensures you have the mathematical and scientific foundations needed to engage fully with this rigorous content.

Graduates are in consistent demand across a wide range of industries. Power engineering, telecommunications, semiconductor design, renewable energy, automotive electronics, aerospace, defence and the broader technology sector are all major employers. Many graduates pursue chartership through professional bodies such as the Institution of Engineering and Technology, and postgraduate study in power systems, embedded systems, communications or control engineering is a well-supported path for those who wish to develop advanced expertise.