University of Leicester

What you'll study

This programme builds on core electrical and electronic engineering topics while adding modules in management to prepare you for leadership in engineering environments. You will study advanced subjects such as power electronics and drives, control and automation, embedded systems and digital signal processing alongside communications and renewable energy technologies. The programme typically includes a mix of taught modules, laboratory work, group design projects and an independent research or design dissertation, enabling you to apply theoretical knowledge to practical challenges.

• Advanced Power Electronics and Drives – semiconductor converters, motor drives, thermal management and application to industrial systems.
• Control Systems and Automation – modern control theory, embedded controllers, PLCs and industrial automation architectures.
• Embedded Systems and IoT – microcontroller architectures, firmware development, real-time systems and communications for connected devices.
• Digital Signal Processing and Communications – filtering, modulation, error control and practical communication system design.
• Renewable Energy and Power Systems – integration of distributed generation, grid interfaces and energy management strategies.
• Engineering Management and Project Practice – project management, finance for engineers, innovation management and professional skills.
• Group Design Project and Laboratory Work – multi-disciplinary design challenges that emphasise teamwork and industrially relevant outcomes.
• MSc Research Project / Dissertation – a substantial individual research or design project supervised by academic staff, often aligned with current research or industry needs.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to have a good honours degree (2:1 or equivalent) in electrical and electronic engineering, electronic engineering technology, or a closely related subject such as mechatronics, applied physics or computer engineering. Applicants with a lower honours degree (2:2) together with relevant industrial experience may also be considered. International applicants should demonstrate proficiency in English; typical requirements are an internationally recognised English language qualification at an appropriate level. Applicants may be asked for transcripts, a personal statement outlining motivations and experience, and references. Prior study or demonstrable competence in mathematics and fundamental circuit theory is desirable.

Career prospects

Graduates from this programme are prepared for a wide range of careers across industry and research. Typical roles include design engineer, systems engineer, controls engineer, embedded systems developer, power systems engineer, and technical project manager. The addition of management modules also opens pathways into engineering management, product management and consultancy. Many graduates move into R&D, industrial automation, energy and utilities, telecommunications, automotive and aerospace sectors, or continue to doctoral study within academic or industrial research groups.

Why study at University of Leicester

The University of Leicester offers research-led teaching with staff who are active in areas such as power electronics, control systems, communications and energy technologies. You will have access to dedicated electronics and power laboratories, facilities for embedded systems and signal processing, and support from experienced academic supervisors for your project work. The university emphasises employability through industrial collaborations, project-based learning and careers support, helping you make industry connections and develop professional skills. Leicester’s campus provides a compact, welcoming environment with a strong postgraduate community and good transport links to regional industry and research centres.