University of Sussex

BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering

University of Sussex

Course overview

This BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering (with an industrial placement year) at the University of Sussex offers advanced training in electronics and electrical systems. Students will study topics such as power electronics, digital circuit design, and signal processing. The course includes a year of work experience in a professional engineering company. This allows students to apply their knowledge in a real-world environment.

Learning is done through laboratory sessions, group projects, and lectures delivered by expert staff. Students’ performances are checked using written exams, technical reports, and formal presentations. They will also complete a major research project at the end of the year, which helps them develop the technical skills required for high-level jobs.

Entry requirements

Candidates should submit a personal statement in which they state their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information in relation to their studies. A relevant academic or employer reference is also required. Students have the choice to upload their CVs together with their applications to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants require a minimum of a second-class undergraduate degree in areas such as electrical engineering, electronic engineering, physics, or mathematics.

  • Optionally, a different degree will be acceptable if the student has enough relevant work experience in the engineering or technology sector.

English Language Requirements:

  • Applicants from non-English-speaking countries need to possess 6.0 overall in IELTS (with 5.5 in each section) or submit equivalent SELT test scores.

Scholarships

  • Chancellor's International Scholarships

    £5,000 in the first year of full-time study.

    Up to £5,000

  • Gazelle Twin Scholarship for Women in Music Technology

    £500 each year of study. The opportunity to organise an annual student music event.

    Up to £500

  • Professor Colin Eaborn Chemistry Scholarship

    Up to £2,000 for BSc students, up to £3,000 for MChem students.

  • Sanctuary Scholarship (Undergraduate)

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering (with an industrial placement year) from the University of Sussex are certified to pursue the following exciting careers:

  • Electronics Engineer

  • Systems Designer

  • Hardware Developer

  • Control Systems Engineer

  • Research Scientist

Cost of study

For the 2025/2026 academic session, the full-time tuition fee for international students joining the BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering (with an industrial placement year) at the University of Sussex is £26,250. There may be an additional fee for the year spent on the industrial placement.

Admission

To apply for the course, you can apply directly to the university through its online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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