Loughborough University

What you'll study

The programme develops core and specialist topics across electrical and electronic engineering through taught modules, laboratory work, group design tasks and an individual research project or industrially-focused dissertation. Core themes typically include power and energy systems, control and signal processing, digital and analogue electronics, microprocessors and embedded systems, and communications and RF engineering.

• Advanced Power and Energy: power system analysis, power electronics, renewable integration and smart grid technologies.
• Control and Automation: feedback control theory, state-space methods, industrial control systems and applications in robotics and automation.
• Electronics and Embedded Systems: VLSI principles, analogue and digital circuit design, FPGA development and real-time embedded software.
• Communications and Signal Processing: digital communications, wireless systems, digital signal processing and modulation techniques.
• Software and Computational Methods: numerical methods, modelling and simulation tools commonly used in engineering practice.
• Research Project / Dissertation: an independent research or industry-linked project that allows you to apply technical knowledge to a substantial engineering problem and demonstrate specialised expertise.

Teaching is delivered through lectures, seminars, hands-on laboratory sessions and project supervision. Assessment typically combines coursework, laboratory reports, exam-based assessment and the final project. Optional modules allow you to tailor the degree toward areas such as renewable energy systems, advanced control, communications or electronic design.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold a good honours degree in electrical or electronic engineering, or a closely related discipline such as electronic and electrical systems, power engineering, or physics with substantial engineering content. UK applicants typically present a 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent); applicants with a lower classification but demonstrable relevant industrial experience or strong academic references may be considered.

International applicants should hold an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution. Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency through an accepted English language qualification. Practical experience, professional registrations, or employer support can strengthen an application for part-time or industry-sponsored routes.

Career prospects

Graduates move into a wide range of technical and managerial roles in sectors such as power generation and distribution, renewable energy, automotive and aerospace, telecommunications, defence, manufacturing and consultancy. Typical job titles include electrical engineer, power systems engineer, control systems engineer, embedded systems engineer, electronics design engineer, test and validation engineer, and systems integrator.

The programme also provides a solid foundation for research or academic careers; many graduates progress to PhD study or research and development roles within industry. Loughborough's careers service and employer engagement activity support students in securing placements, internships and graduate positions.

Why study at Loughborough University

Loughborough's engineering faculty combines applied teaching with active research and strong industry links. Students benefit from well-equipped laboratories, specialist facilities for power and energy, communications, and embedded systems, and access to academic staff engaged in contemporary engineering research.

The university places emphasis on practical skills, design projects and industry collaboration, giving students multiple opportunities to work on real-world problems and to build professional networks. Students also have access to dedicated careers support, enterprise initiatives and professional development activities to enhance employability and career progression.