Course overview

The first year of this advanced MSc programme aims to provide you with a Master's level knowledge in Electrical and Electronic Engineering through a wide range of optional modules in order to suit your background, interest and career aspirations.

In the second year, you will apply the knowledge and skills acquired to solve contemporary real world problems in an extended year long research project. This aims to further enhance your knowledge and skills base in order to boost your prospect of employment as a professional engineer in this field.

The year long extended individual project will form the basis of your written dissertation and further develops your ability to engage in independent learning, prepare you for postgraduate research or careers in industry. The course will develop your ability to:

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• think logically and critically
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• acquire problem-solving skills
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• become competent users of equipment and software
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• communicate results effectively

Accreditation

This degree is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Candidates must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree to comply with full CEng registration requirements.

Careers

Expert staff can help you research career options and job vacancies, build your CV or resume, develop your interview skills and meet employers.

Each year 1,100 employers advertise graduate jobs and internships through our online vacancy service. We host regular careers fairs, including specialist fairs for different sectors.

International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the Graduate immigration route. Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.