University of Warwick

What you'll study

This MSc provides a balance of core foundations, specialist elective modules and a substantial independent research or design project. Teaching mixes lectures, laboratory work, group design exercises and a faculty-supervised dissertation or major design project.

• Core technical modules — typically cover advanced circuits and electronics, signals and systems, control theory, and power and energy systems to give a coherent foundation for further study.
• Specialist options — commonly include subjects such as wireless communications and signal processing, photonics and optoelectronics, microelectronics and VLSI, power electronics and drives, embedded systems and Internet of Things, and machine learning for engineering applications.
• Laboratories and practical classes — hands-on work in RF/microwave labs, power electronics testbeds, microfabrication/access to cleanroom facilities via collaborations, FPGA and embedded-systems laboratories, and software tools for circuit and system simulation.
• Group design project — industry-relevant team projects that simulate real-world multidisciplinary engineering problems, emphasising design, prototyping and presentation skills.
• MSc research or design dissertation — an individual project supervised by academic staff, allowing students to undertake in-depth research or a substantial engineering design project in an area aligned with departmental expertise.

Structure

The programme normally runs over one academic year full-time and combines taught modules in the first two terms with a major project in the final term. Part-time study options may be available. Assessment is by a mixture of unseen exams, coursework and laboratory reports, group project deliverables and the final dissertation.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold a good UK undergraduate degree (typically a 2:1) or an international equivalent in electrical and electronic engineering or a closely related subject such as physics, computer engineering or mechatronics. Candidates with a lower classification but significant relevant industrial experience or a strong technical background may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Students whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English; typical requirements reflect standard postgraduate-level scores in recognised tests (for example, an overall IELTS score with a competent minimum in each component). Applicants should check the department's postgraduate admissions pages for the specific current English-language requirements and acceptable alternative qualifications.

Career prospects

Graduates from this MSc move into a broad range of technical and managerial roles across industry and research. Typical career paths include:

• Design and development engineer roles in telecommunications, semiconductor and electronics companies
• Power systems and energy engineering roles, including renewable energy integration and power electronics
• Embedded systems, firmware and Internet of Things engineering positions
• Control systems and automation engineering in manufacturing and robotics
• Photonics and optical systems roles in imaging, sensing and communications
• Research and development positions in industrial research labs or progression to PhD study and academic careers

The programme also develops transferable skills in project management, technical communication and teamwork valued by employers in consultancy, finance, and technology management.

Why study at University of Warwick

Warwick's School of Engineering is recognised for a strong research-active faculty and close links with industry. The Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering offers access to modern laboratories, specialist equipment and interdisciplinary collaborations across areas such as data science, materials and systems engineering. Students benefit from a campus environment with centralised student support services, careers guidance with employer engagement and an active programme of seminars and research-led teaching.

The department's research groups and industrial partnerships provide opportunities for project collaborations, placements and exposure to cutting-edge topics in communications, power systems, microelectronics and photonics, helping graduates make an immediate impact in technical roles or continue into research careers.