Electrical and Electronic Engineering - BEng (Hons) at University of South Wales

Programme overview

An IET-accredited BEng (Hons) at the Pontypridd campus balancing theory and practice in electrical and electronic engineering, designed to meet UK Engineering Council learning outcomes. Heavy practical content in labs and workshops, with live industry projects and placement opportunities.

Duration: 3 years full-time or 4 years sandwich | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one: Mathematics for Engineers, Electrical Principles, Engineering Applications, Programming for Electronics Engineering, Professional Development and Industrial Practice, Analogue and Digital Electronics. Year two includes Communication Engineering, Power, Machines and Control and Embedded Systems. Year three includes Supervised Work Experience, Power Electronics Applications, Electronics Design and a Major Engineering Project.

Career pathways

Electronic design, electronics and communication, power electronics, mobile and communication, and embedded systems engineer roles; graduates have progressed to Tata Steel, National Grid, the NHS and the MoD.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

112 UCAS points or above. A-level: BBC to include Mathematics and a numerate subject such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Geography. Welsh Baccalaureate: Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Diploma with grade C in the Skills Challenge Certificate and BB at A-level including Mathematics and a numerate subject. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM in a relevant subject including Maths and Engineering or Science modules. Access to HE: Maths/Science Diploma with a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points. T Level: Pass (C and above). GCSEs: minimum 5 GCSEs including Mathematics and English at Grade C or above, or equivalent. Contextual offers may be made on the basis of background and circumstances using UCAS data.

International applicants: GBP 17,600 a year (2027/28). International full-time fee, stated per year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time or 4 years sandwich

Explore more study programmes

Engineering