London South Bank University

BSc Electrical and Electronic Engineering Top-up

London South Bank University

Course overview

The London South Bank University Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Top-up) programme is designed for students who have completed an HND, Foundation Degree, or a similar Level 5 qualification (worth 240 credits) in a related field.

This one-year full-time course allows students to gain further advanced learning outcomes, helping them meet the educational requirements for Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status. The curriculum combines expertise from electrical and electronic engineering with computer science and communication engineering, equipping graduates to tackle complex engineering projects.

The programme covers a range of specialised topics, including Analogue Electronics, Renewable Energy Engineering, Biomedical Electronics, Communication Systems and Wireless Technologies, and Embedded Systems and the Internet of Things.

Students learn through lectures, tutorials, and laboratory practical exercises, focusing on both analysis and design. Assessments combine coursework and examinations, designed to develop practical engineering skills and knowledge suitable for careers in various electrical and electronic engineering sectors, such as embedded control systems and integrated circuit development.

Entry requirements

To be enrolled, you are required to submit a personal statement in which you discuss your reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding your studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to include their CV along with their applications to highlight their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Completed HND, Foundation Degree, or an equivalent Level 5 qualification with 240 credits in a related subject area, such as Computing or Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
  • Overseas qualifications must be assessed by UK ENIC as equivalent to a BTEC HND in a closely related field.

English Proficiency:

  • IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no individual part scoring lower than 5.5.
  • Other equivalent test scores, such as TOEFL, are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • LSBU Loyalty Award

    20% discount on the tuition fee.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship

    £5,000 discount from headline gross tuition fees for the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000

  • Sports Scholarships

    Sports scholars can receive up to £1500 financial support per annum, as well as assistance in competition travel and entry.

  • The Cambridge Education Group (CEG) Progression Award

    The LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship offers a £5,000 tuition fee discount for the first year of undergraduate or postgraduate taught study.

    Up to £5,000

  • The Global Success Scholarship

    The Global Success Scholarship is worth up to £4,000 and awarded to international students to provide them a springboard to kickstart their global career at LSBU.

  • The Transnational Education (TNE) Partner Award

    Value: £5,000 tuition fee discount per academic year

    Up to £5,000

  • The Vice Chancellor’s International Merit Award

    £2,000 for each academic year.

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Top-up) programme are well-prepared for various roles, including:

  • Electrical Engineer
  • Electronic Engineer
  • Control and Instrumentation Engineer
  • Design Engineer
  • Embedded Systems Engineer

Cost of study

For international students, the full-time tuition fee for the BSc Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Top-up) at London South Bank University is £15,500 per year.

Admission

To apply for the BSc Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Top-up) course, international students can use the LSBU Online Application Form. Our trained counsellors are available to help.

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