Electrical and Electronic Engineering (with Advanced Practice) MSc at Northumbria University

Electrical and Electronic Engineering MSc aims to equip you with advanced knowledge and practical skills in electrical and electronic engineering, and higher cognitive skills for the design and development of through the design, build and testing of electrical and electronic systems, using industry-standard equipment and software, to build your confidence in a You’ll conduct your own research and investigate the latest technologies, exploring topics such as smart grids, power electronics, wireless From the Advanced Practice element, you’ll benefit from the opportunity to work with external clients to formulate and complete a live project that addresses an agreed real-world challenge.

Faculty: School of Engineering, Physics and Mathematics  |  Duration: 2 years Full Time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Technology Entrepreneurship and Product Development, Advanced Embedded System Design Technology, Digital Design Automation, Analogue Electronic Design; Year 2 core modules: Advanced Practice Semester, MSc Engineering Project. Optional modules include Wireless Communication Systems, Power Electronics and Drive Systems, Smart Grids, Networks and Machine Learning.

Career pathways

This course aims to equip you with the industry knowledge, skills and tools that employers demand. Through industry-informed modules and extensive lab work, you'll gain practical experience that makes you stand out, developing highly valued transferrable skills in project management, cost analysis, technical communication, and complex problem-solving.

Official programme page