University of Surrey

BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with foundation year

University of Surrey

Course overview

The BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year from the University of Surrey allows students to develop skills in essential areas of engineering, computing and electronics. The initial foundation year brings students up to speed and allows them to build the technical skills needed to progress to the undergraduate degree in electronic engineering.

The Foundation Year is designed for students who do not meet the standard entry requirements. Such students may still be able to apply for this degree with an Engineering and Physical Sciences Foundation Year, which provides an extra year of study to help them develop their skills and prepare for university-level learning. On successful completion of their foundation year, they will be ready to progress to the first year of their BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering.

During the main degree, students will complete a written final project report and deliver an oral presentation in the form of a viva voce examination. This will further develop a student’s skills in planning, problem-solving and analysis, formal writing and presenting their work.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement discussing their reasons for applying to the course and provide other relevant information about their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants are expected to have qualifications equivalent to A-levels at CCC in subjects such as Mathematics, Physics or Technology.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or provide an equivalent recognised English language test score like TOEFL or PTE.

Scholarships

  • Discounts for Surrey Graduates

    As graduate of Surrey you may be eligible for a 20 per cent discount on our taught masters programme fees.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • Early Payment Discount

    The discount is awarded as a £2,000 fee waiver for eligible students in the first year of their studies.

    Up to £2,000
  • ICAEW Foundation Bursary

    The ICAEW Foundation Bursary will be given as a one-off payment of £5,000 for one year of postgraduate study.

    Up to £5,000
  • International Alumni Discount for Medicine (Graduate Entry) BMBS

    The discount of 20% only applies to the first year of the Medicine (Graduate Entry) BMBS programme.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • International Excellence Award (Postgraduate)

    This prestigious £5,000 award recognises academic excellence and is awarded to selected students starting a masters degree at Surrey.

    Up to £5,000
  • International Excellence Award (Undergraduate)

    The scholarship is awarded as a £5,000 fee waiver.

    Up to £5,000
  • ISTAT Foundation Scholarship Program

    Contributing to the development of future aviation professionals by providing funds and avenues for students with a keen interest in commercial aviation.

  • Surrey MBA AI Pathfinders Scholarship

    This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.

  • Surrey MBA Eastern Europe Bridge Scholarship

    This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.

  • Surrey MBA Employer Partnership Scholarship

    This scholarship allows the Surrey MBA to match employer contributions towards the tuition fee up to 40%.

  • Surrey MBA Enterprise Trailblazer Scholarship

    This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.

  • Surrey MBA Service Stewardship Scholarship

    This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.

  • Surrey MBA Women in Leadership

    This is a partial scholarship that covers 10 – 50% of the tuition fee.

  • The Professor GQ Max Lu Global Scholarship

    The total value of the award is £30,000 (£10,000 x 3 years).

    Up to £30,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year work as:

  • Embedded Systems Engineer
  • Power Systems Engineer
  • Aerospace Engineer
  • Automotive Electronics Engineer
  • Research Engineer

Cost of study

For international students, the tuition fee for the BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year course at the University of Surrey is £27,000.

Admission

You can apply for this course online directly through UCAS. If you need any help with your application, feel free to speak to our trained advisors.

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