Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year - BEng (Hons)
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
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Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

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SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea

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SEP-26

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4 Years

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Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

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SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea

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The BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year is designed to prepare you for a rewarding career at the forefront of technology, providing a strong foundation in essential principles. With the foundation year, this program ensures that students from diverse educational backgrounds are equipped to thrive in the core engineering curriculum.As technology rapidly advances, electrical and electronic engineering plays a crucial role in areas like electric vehicles, manufacturing, ...Read more

The BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year is designed to prepare you for a rewarding career at the forefront of technology, providing a strong foundation in essential principles. With the foundation year, this program ensures that students from diverse educational backgrounds are equipped to thrive in the core engineering curriculum.As technology rapidly advances, electrical and electronic engineering plays a crucial role in areas like electric vehicles, manufacturing, power generation, transmission and distribution networks, smart devices, and communication and information systems. This course is ideal for those who want to help drive sustainability in modern life, understanding how to reduce carbon emissions through enhanced energy efficiency and the integration of electric vehicles.In this comprehensive program, you’ll study essential concepts, principles, and technologies shaping the field of electrical and electronic engineering. You’ll gain practical skills to identify and solve engineering challenges using appropriate technologies, techniques, and tools. You’ll also learn to document and communicate your solutions effectively, developing the ability to support your ideas with evidence-based reasoning.Through a blend of theoretical study and practical applications, you’ll explore quantitative methods, mathematical principles, and the integration of design, technology, and commercial aspects to create sustainable, innovative solutions. The course encourages engagement with the latest applications and emerging technologies, helping you build a robust foundation in electrical and electronic engineering.You’ll have access to advanced equipment and participate in hands-on activities, benefiting from our strong industry connections and working on authentic, industry-focused engineering problems. Collaborative and independent projects will further develop your analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.By graduation, you’ll be ready to make a positive impact in electrical and electronic engineering, with the skills to pursue a successful career and develop innovative solutions for a sustainable future.

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24 Nov 25

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24 Nov 25

I really enjoy the proximity to the local spoons and dining facilities. I find the lectures very friendly and interesting. I can’t think of anything to..Read more

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£15,600 per year

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University of Wales Trinity Saint David
UWTSD Kings Road Swansea SA1 8AL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Swansea  0.4 miles away

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