MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Course overview
The De Montfort University MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering programme is designed to equip students with industry-relevant skills and hands-on experience in cutting-edge facilities. This course provides an in-depth understanding of specialist areas such as Electronic Circuits and Systems, Embedded Application Design and Interfacing, and Electrical Transmission and Distribution.
The course is carefully developed to meet current industry demands and includes an integrated master's year for advanced study, which can lead to enhanced opportunities for leadership roles in the engineering sector.
The programme is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), ensuring a high standard of education relevant to professional engineering practice. Students benefit from dedicated laboratories equipped with state-of-the-art measurement devices and industry-standard software.
The course also offers optional placement years with companies like Airbus UK and Network Rail, providing valuable practical experience. Learning methods include research, presentations, reports, and practical work, fostering both theoretical understanding and applied skills.
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement discussing their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Candidates also have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants typically need 120 UCAS points, including A Levels, BTEC Extended Diploma at DMM, T Levels, or International Baccalaureate. A-level equivalent international qualifications are also accepted.
English Proficiency:
- For students whose first language is not English, they will need an IELTS overall score of 6.0, with no individual component score below 5.5.
- De Montfort University also accepts equivalent scores from other recognised English language tests like TOEFL and PTE.
Scholarships
Global Access Scholarship
Undergraduate - £2,000. Postgraduate - £3,000. Global Access Scholarship offering is a £3,500 discount.
Global Partnerships Scholarship
Sanctuary Scholarship
Stephen Lawrence Professional Scholarship
There are three scholarships available. Each scholarship provides: 50% off the cost of tuition fees, and £3,500 cash bursary each academic year.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering programme work as:
- Electronic Product Design Engineer
- Radio Frequency Design Engineer
- Control Systems Engineer
- Power Electronics Engineer
- Telecommunications Engineer
- Embedded Systems Engineer
Cost of study
The international tuition fee for the MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering at De Montfort University is £16,750 for the 2025/26 academic year.
Admission
International applicants seeking admission can apply through UCAS or directly via the university's online application portal. Our counsellors can help you through this process.
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