MPhil Electronic and Electrical Engineering at Swansea University

Programme overview

The MPhil in Electronic and Electrical Engineering is a research degree at Bay Campus. Swansea is a leader in power semiconductor technology and devices, power electronics, nanotechnology and biometrics, and numerical modelling of micro and nanoelectronic devices.

Faculty: School of Aerospace, Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering | Department: Electronic and Electrical Engineering | Duration: 2 years full-time; 4 years part-time | Intake: October, January, April and July | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students undertake a research project in areas such as power semiconductor devices, power electronics and nanoelectronics. Previous project topics include parallel 3D finite element Monte Carlo device simulations of multigate transistors, modelling of metal-semiconductor contacts for nanoscale transistors, and GaN HEMT switches for power management.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2.1 level (or non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University) in Engineering or a similar relevant science discipline. IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5 (or Swansea University recognised equivalent). Admissions decisions may also take into account the research proposal, interview performance, competition for places and relevant professional experience. Non-UK applicants must obtain Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) clearance. One reference is required.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,006 a year (2025/26). UK student full-time annual rate (2025/26 entry point); part-time is half. Charged over the minimum candidature period. Bench fees may apply. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition, year 1; rate for an October start in the year shown Source

Intake: October, January, April and July

Duration: 2 years full-time; 4 years part-time

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