MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering
About this course
MEng in Electrical and Electronic Engineering. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Embedded Systems, Signal Processing, and Control Systems. The programme includes a Supervised Work Experience (SWE) placement year, a Group Project and Management module, and an MEng Group Project in the final year.
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Entry requirements
UCAS points: 112 points (or above) Typical qualification requirements: A Level: BBC to include Mathematics and at least one other numerate Science such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Geography Welsh BACC: Grade C and BB at A Level to include Mathematics and at least one other numerate Science such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Geography BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma Distinction Merit Merit in a relevant subject which must include Maths and Engineering or Science modules Access to HE: Maths, Science or Engineering Diploma with 60 credits overall to include 45 level 3 credits equating to 18 Distinctions, 24 Merits and 3 Passes Additional Requirements: GCSEs: The University normally requires a minimum 5 GCSEs including Mathematics and English at Grade C or above, or their equivalent but consideration is given to individual circumstances
What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 78%
- Learning opportunities: 80%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 80%
- Organisation and management: 75%
- Learning resources: 83%
- Student voice: 73%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 20%
- Skilled trades occupations: 20%
- Artistic, literary and media occupations: 20%
- Sales occupations: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 45 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East of England: 5%
- London: 5%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 15%
- Wales: 60%
Who gets in
Based on about 30 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 55%
- Foundation course: 5%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 25%
- Other qualifications: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Modules
- Mathematics for Engineers
- Electrical Principles
- Engineering Applications
- Introduction to C programming and Embedded Systems
- Analogue and Digital Electronics 1
- Health Safety and Professional Development
- Professional Development and Industrial Practice*
- *Half of this module can be studied in Welsh.
- Analogue and Digital Communications
- Power, Machines and Control
- Electrical Principles and Analytical Methods
- Configuration and Programming of Embedded Systems
- Analogue and Digital Electronics 2
- Group Project and Management for Engineers
- Communication Engineering and Application
- Control System Design
- Power Electronics and Drives
- Advanced Embedded Systems
- Electronics Design
- Singleton Project and Project Management (40)
- Supervised Work Experience (SWE)
- MEng Group Project
- Digital Communication Systems
- Applied Digital Signal Processing
- Digital Design using VHDL
- Product Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Singleton MEng Project and Project Management
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering at University of South Wales earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £30,000 after 3 years, £37,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £31,000 and £45,500. The £37,000 median after five years is £500 less than the UK median for Electrical and electronic engineering.
What do graduates of MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering at University of South Wales do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering at University of South Wales?
78% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering at University of South Wales?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 100 UCAS points.
Is MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering at University of South Wales accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.