Electrical & Electronic Engineering Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Course Overview - Electrical & Electronic Engineering Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
The MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering is a 5-year programme, which shares a common structure with the BEng degree for the first 3 years. Students study a broad-based range of topics from low current electronics to high power systems. At the end of year 3, candidates are selected to progress to the MEng course for a further 2 years of study.
During the 4th and 5th years, technical studies are advanced to a Masters level and the syllabus is greatly extended in the area of engineering management. A six-month industrial placement takes place over summer, after 4th year...
The MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering is a 5-year programme, which shares a common structure with the BEng degree for the first 3 years. Students study a broad-based range of topics from low current electronics to high power systems. At the end of year 3, candidates are selected to progress to the MEng course for a further 2 years of study.
During the 4th and 5th years, technical studies are advanced to a Masters level and the syllabus is greatly extended in the area of engineering management. A six-month industrial placement takes place over summer, after 4th year, and runs until the end of the first semester of the final year.
Year 1
Circuit Theory, Digital Design, Mathematics, Computer Programming and Electronic Design form the core subjects. In addition, students choose an elective option from a list that includes Mechanics and Physics.
Year 2
Further study of Electronic Design, Digital Design, Embedded Programming and Mathematics is complemented by introductions to Signals and Electromechanical Systems supported by appropriate lab and project work.
Year 3
Emphasis turns to design synthesis. Subjects include Energy Systems, Analogue Electronics, Electromagnetics, Physical Electronics and Communications. A quarter of the year is spent working on a large team-based project, incorporating Digital and Software Design, Mechanics and Management.
Year 4
Students work on a group project during both semesters and select taught topics from a list that includes Embedded Systems, Sustainable Energy and Power Systems, Communications, Image Processing, RF Communications, Analogue Electronics and Microwave Techniques.
Year 5
The summer and the first semester form a six-month industrial placement. During the second semester students choose from a range of advanced Electrical and Electronic Engineering topics.
Eligible applicants may be able to commence their studies from year 2 of the 5 year program. Please visit our website for further information.
Graduate destinations
Our Electrical and Electronic Engineering graduates are highly employable and have progressed to careers in a wide range of industries, working for organisations such as Bosch, Rolls Royce, Leonardo, Mott MacDonald, BP and Texas Instruments. Explore our alumni profiles to find out more about electronic engineering graduate destinations.
Accreditation
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.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-13
Campus
Edinburgh Campus
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A06-A09
Institution Code
H24
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
A level
B,B,B
including Maths and Physics/Electronics for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: ABB including Physics and Maths
T Level
We will consider T Levels as suitable for entry to our degree programmes, however, certain subject requirements may be required for entry to specific programmes. Where this is not evident as part of the T Level studies, we may ask for additional qualifications.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish HNC
Pass
HNC in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics & Physics) with A in graded unit including SQA Engineering Maths 1 and one of Engineering Maths 2 or 3 for entry to Year 1.
Scottish HND
Pass
HND in relevant subject (including sufficient Maths and Physics) with BB in graded units including SQA Engineering Maths 1 and one of Engineering Maths 2 or 3 for entry to Year 1. For Year 2 entry: HND in a relevant subject (including sufficient Maths and Physics) with AA in graded units.
Scottish Higher
A,A,A,B
to include Maths and one of Physics / Technological Studies / Engineering Science. Physics is preferred.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
It is also a requirement of every applicant to have English and Mathematics at a minimum of National 5 Grade C or GCSE Grade C or 4 (or equivalent)
Not accepted
Scottish Advanced Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
30.0
with Mathematics and Physics at Higher Level 5 for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: 34 points with Mathematics and Physics at Higher Level 6.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics and Physics) for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: DDD in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics and Physics).
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
P
We accept Foundation Apprenticeships in combination with other qualifications such as SQA Highers and Advanced Highers.
A level
B,B,B
Standard Entry Requirements: including Maths and Physics/Electronics Minimum entry requirements: including Maths and Physics/Electronics with one at B.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Scottish Higher
A,A,A,B
Standard Entry Requirements: to include Maths and one of Physics / Technological Studies / Engineering Science. Physics is preferred. Minimum entry requirements: must include B in Maths and B in one of Physics / Technological Studies / Engineering Science. Physics is preferred.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Scottish HNC
Pass
Standard Entry Requirements: HNC in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics & Physics) with A in graded unit including SQA Engineering Maths 1 and one of Engineering Maths 2 or 3. Minimum entry requirements: HNC in relevant subject with B in the graded unit for entry to Year 1 (Engineering Maths 1&2 required).
Scottish HND
Pass
HND in relevant subject (including sufficient Maths and Physics) with BB in graded units including SQA Engineering Maths 1 and one of Engineering Maths 2 or 3
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics and Physics).
Scottish Advanced Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Scottish HND
Pass
HND in a relevant subject (including sufficient Maths and Physics) with AA in graded units.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £26,840 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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