University of Hull

BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering With Foundation Year

University of Hull

Course overview

This accredited BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year allows students to explore and find solutions for contemporary societal challenges. The programme is professionally recognised by bodies like the Engineering Council and the Institution of Engineering and Technology, offering a direct route toward becoming a Chartered Engineer. The foundation year is an extra year of study designed specifically to strengthen academic skills and core subject knowledge for seamless progression to the full degree programme.

Students study using modern, industry-standard facilities, including robotics laboratories, a FabLab with 3D printers, and an F1 racing simulator. Learning covers subjects such as smart power, remote sensing, and process control, preparing graduates for various careers in evolving fields. The course shares a common first year with other engineering programmes, granting students the chance to switch pathways in their second year, and also offers an Integrated Masters (MEng) option.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement and provide relevant information about their studies, an academic and/or employer reference, and a CV to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Candidates need a minimum of 80 UCAS Tariff points from Level 3 qualifications.

  • Candidates are to show some experience in a related subject and an aptitude for academic work, which may be determined through an essay or interview.

  • Other International qualifications equivalent to an A-level are also accepted.

English Proficiency:

  • Candidates need an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS Academic test, with a minimum of 5.5 in all elements.

  • Other English language test scores, such as PTE Academic and TOEFL IBT, are accepted, amongst others.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship

    If you progress from studying an undergraduate degree at the University of Hull to an eligible taught master's degree in 2025/26 we'll give you a 20% discount on the cost of your tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • GREAT Scholarship

    Minimum of £10,000

    Up to £10,000

  • Norman and Sheila Andrew Engineering Scholarship

  • PGT International Fee Waivers – South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa

    Up to £2,000

  • UG International Fee Waivers - South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa

    his award offers a £2,000 tuition fee discount for each year of study on a full-time undergraduate program.

    Up to £2,000

  • University of Hull Asia Studentship

    This award is given as a £2,000 tuition fee discount against the cost of a full-time.

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

After completing the BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year from the University of Hull, students can work as:

  • Electrical Engineer

  • Electronics Engineer

  • Design Engineer

  • Broadcast Engineer

  • Control and Instrumentation Engineers

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year at the University of Hull is £17,500, which is subject to change yearly. 

Admission

Candidates should submit their applications through the UCAS system. If you need further assistance with your application, reach out to our trained counsellors at AHZ.

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