MEng Electronic Engineering

The MEng Electronic Engineering at the University of Portsmouth is a four-year integrated Masters programme designed for individuals who want to develop their knowledge of the theory and design of electronics. Students will learn to design and develop electronic equipment and devices that can impact the world.

Students will learn in areas such as energy and electrical engineering fundamentals, principles of digital systems, analogue analysis and design and advanced electronic systems. The teaching methods include lectures, seminars, tutorials, laboratory and project work, CAE system activity and Open access study. Assessment is through written examinations, coursework, practical tests, project work, and presentations.

This MEng programme allows students to achieve a Masters degree with just one extra year of undergraduate study. After completing the MEng programme, students will meet the educational requirements for Chartered Engineer status (CEng). The CEng status demonstrates students' expertise and offers benefits such as improved career opportunities and earning potential.

The University of Portsmouth (UoP) is located in Portsmouth, England. It was established in 1870 and has been providing quality education. In 2022, UoP ranked as the 25th-largest higher education institution by student enrolments in the United Kingdom, with around 28,280 students enrolled in undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

The university has modern facilities such as labs and testing facilities, teaching and learning spaces, sport and fitness facilities, study resources and the Ravelin Sports Centre. UoP offers a conducive learning environment and adequate student support to ensure academic success.

The university has five faculties and offers programmes in several academic disciplines at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. These programmes are offered in fields such as engineering, business, medicine and the arts.

Applicants are to submit a personal statement explaining their interest in the course and any relevant experience. A reference from an academic or employer is required. A  CV can be uploaded to show any relevant work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants are required to have  120–128 UCAS tariff points from two or three  A levels or equivalent, to include a relevant subject.
• Alternatively, A levels - ABB-BBB, to include a relevant subject, e.g. mathematics, are accepted.

English Proficiency:

• Non-English language speaking applicants need an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.
• Alternatively, other tests like PTE or TOEFL are accepted.

The tuition fee for this integrated Masters programme is £19,200 per year (2025 entry) for international students. Fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change.

The University of Portsmouth offers scholarships to international students to reduce their tuition costs. The Chancellor’s Global Academic Merit Scholarship offers a £5,000 reduction in fees, and the Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship offers a £2,500 fee reduction applied to the first year of study. Other scholarships are awarded by the university when students meet the eligibility requirements.

Graduates with MEng Electronic Engineering may pursue careers as:

• Communications & Information Systems Engineer
• Digital Design Engineer
• Electronic Design Engineer
• Signalling & Telecoms Engineer
• Hardware Design Engineer

Interested applicants can apply for the course directly on the university's website or through UCAS. For guidance, contact AHZ's trained counsellors.