Course overview
Electrical and Electronic Engineers create innovative solutions to some of our world’s greatest problems. From the renewable energy systems that power our lives to the smartphones we use every day, electrical and electronic engineers are in demand and have a huge impact on our society.
This Electrical and Electronic Engineering pathway is the broadest programme we offer, providing you with a thorough grounding in the fundamentals of the field. We cover a wide range of topics, including electric circuits, power systems, communications engineering, field theory and engineering management skills.
Year two will equip you with foundational knowledge through a range of compulsory modules. In year three you will study both compulsory and optional modules, meaning you can tailor your degree to what interests you. Through practical application of concepts and theory, you will develop a deep understanding of how these principles translate to real-world challenges.
Graduates from this pathway are equipped with in-demand skills, making them highly sought after by employers across many industries. This program ensures you are ready to excel in a dynamic and rapidly advancing field.
Why choose Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the University of Liverpool?
- Students can choose from many specialised year 3 (final year) modules, ideal for those pursuing MSc degrees in fields beyond their major
- Course content and software tools used in modules are directly applicable to further MSc studies, ensuring smooth academic progression
- Regular talks by professionals provide real-world insights and networking opportunities
- Students can work on cutting-edge projects with strong research connections, enhancing their academic and technical skills
- Exclusive opportunities for hands-on research experience, boosting employability and postgraduate prospects.
What you’ll learn
- Practical problem-solving skills
- Advanced skills in hardware and/or software design and implementation
- Use of industry standard tools, technologies and working methods
- How to take projects from conception through to design, implementation and operation
- Solid training in both software and hardware information technology.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partly meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
