MEng Electrical Engineering at University of Southampton

Radical changes in how we produce and use electricity, such as the growth of wind and solar energy and the electrification of transport, pose new challenges for electrical engineers. With this master's in electrical engineering, you can contribute to the development of a smarter, greener and more secure electric power grid. This accredited degree will give you access to professional registration as a Chartered Engineer.

Faculty: Engineering and Physical Sciences  |  Department: Electrical and electronic engineering  |  Duration: 4 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time (integrated)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 and 2 modules are similar across our electronic and electrical engineering degrees and provide a grounding in essential topics. In years 3 and 4 you’ll have the freedom to customise your course by choosing optional modules. There’s also the opportunity to broaden your studies beyond electrical engineering.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including information and communication, manufacturing, education, finance and insurance, public administration and defence, scientific and technical. Careers directly related to the course include electrical engineer, design and development engineer, technology analyst, systems engineer, telecommunications engineer, controls engineer, robotics engineer, armed forces engineer officer.

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