MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering

This MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering course equips students with the practical, technical, and analytical skills they'll need for a successful engineering career. It also helps them work towards becoming a Chartered Engineer. The programme includes a final year that awards a Master of Engineering qualification, giving graduates a real advantage in today's job market. 

The teaching brings together the latest research, with lessons taught by academic experts who incorporate their cutting-edge industry work directly into the curriculum. Students will get to use Northumbria University's modern facilities, including their advanced Electrical and Electronics Laboratory, which is fitted with high-quality signal generators and measurement tools, like the National Instruments Educational Laboratory Virtual Instrumentation Suite (NI ELVIS). 

Northumbria University, recognised as the "Modern University of the Year 2025," is a research-focused, business-oriented, and professional institution with a strong global reputation for academic quality. They operate internationally through partnerships with many other institutions and maintain a large, connected community of graduates across the world. The university is especially noted as a leader in renewable energy technology. Northumbria University offers a wide selection of courses, covering both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in various fields, including Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business, and the Arts, alongside the MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering course.

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other important information about their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• For entry in 2025/26, applicants need 96 to 112 UCAS Tariff Points from acceptable Level 3 qualifications, such as A-levels, T Levels, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. 

English Proficiency:

• International applicants whose first language is not English should achieve a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 5.5, with no less than 5.5 in each component, or submit an approved equivalent test score.

For the MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering course, the tuition fee for International students is £20,950.

Northumbria University provides many scholarships and bursaries to help students with their studies. While the exact scholarships for the MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering course might change, international students could qualify for competitive scholarships based on their academic results. The university also offers different bursaries that can help cover tuition fees and daily living expenses. For complete information about available scholarships and what students need to qualify, students should visit the university's official website for fees and funding.

Graduates of the MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering course are highly sought after across various industries. Potential career paths include:

• Aerospace Engineer
• Broadcast Engineer
• Control and Instrumentation Engineer
• Cyber Security Analyst
• Design Engineer

To make your application for the MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering course as strong as possible, we suggest speaking with AHZ's expert counsellors.