2024/25 Undergraduate Programme Catalogue
MEng, BEng Electronic and Electrical Engineering
| Programme code: | MEBE-ELE/E&E | UCAS code: | H600 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: | 4 Years | Method of Attendance: | Full Time |
| Programme manager: | Dr. Tim Amsdon | Contact address: | T.J.Amsdon@leeds.ac.uk |
Total credits: 480
Entry requirements:
Entry Requirements are available on the Course Search entry
School/Unit responsible for the parenting of students and programme:
School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Examination board through which the programme will be considered:
Relevant QAA Subject Benchmark Groups:
QAA Subject Benchmark Group: Engineering
https://www.qaa.ac.uk/the-quality-code/subject-benchmark-statements/subject-benchmark-statement-engineering
Professional Body Offering Accreditation:
Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council
Programme specification:
The information on this page is accurate for students entering the programme in 2023/2024 or before. For students entering the programme from September 2024 or after, you can find the details of your programme:
MEng, BEng Electronic and Electrical Engineering (For students entering from September 2024 onwards)
We live in an age where electronic and electrical products play a crucial role in almost every aspect of our lives. From the evolution of smartphones to the development of wind turbines, electronic and electrical engineers are at the forefront of providing technological advances that not only continue to innovate the world but also address many of the biggest challenges faced by society today.
Some of the world’s largest industries such as healthcare, energy and construction rely heavily on the creative and technical skills of electronic and electrical engineers to deliver sustainable solutions for the future — which is why this is such a relevant discipline and hugely sought after by many reputable organisations worldwide.
Studying electronic and electrical engineering at Leeds will equip you with the fundamental concepts and new skills used by modern engineers, taught by academics who are leaders in their fields. This will give you the key knowledge and experience you need to begin your career in this challenging, yet rewarding, field.
Year1 - View timetable
[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
Compulsory modules:
Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules
| ELEC1130 | Circuit Analysis and Design | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| ELEC1201 | Physics of Electronic Devices | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| ELEC1401 | Introduction to Communication Systems | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| ELEC1620 | Digital Electronics and Microcontrollers | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| ELEC1701 | Introduction to Engineering Mathematics | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| ELEC1703 | Algorithms and Numerical Mathematics | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| ELEC1801 | Electronic Design Project | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Year2 - View timetable
[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
Compulsory modules:
Students will be required to study the following compulsory modules:-
| ELEC2130 | Electronic Circuit Design | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| ELEC2140 | High Frequency Electronics | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| ELEC2240 | Transistors and Optoelectronic Devices | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| ELEC2430 | Communications Theory | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| ELEC2530 | Power Electronics | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| ELEC2540 | Control Systems | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| ELEC2645 | Embedded Systems Project | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| ELEC2665 | Microprocessors and Programmable Logic | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Students are referred to the School's Code of Practice on Assessment for the rules for progression/award.
Year3 - View timetable
[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
Compulsory modules:
Students will be required to study the following compulsory modules:-
| ELEC3030 | Professional Studies | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| ELEC3285 | Integrated Circuit Design | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| ELEC3565 | Electric Machines | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| ELEC3575 | Electric Power Systems | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| ELEC3662 | Embedded Systems | 20 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| ELEC3885 | Group Design Project | 50 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Optional modules:
Students will be required to study 10 credits from the following optional modules:
| ELEC3360 | RF and Microwave Engineering | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| ELEC3430 | Digital Communications | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Students are referred to the School's Code of Practice on Assessment for the rules for progression/award.
Year4 - View timetable
[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
Compulsory modules:
Students will be required to study the following compulsory modules:
| ELEC5032M | Modern Industry Practice | 15 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun), Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| ELEC5870M | MEng Individual Project | 45 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Optional modules:
Students will be required to study 30 credits from the following optional modules. There should be an appropriate workload balance between semesters once all optional modules have been selected.
| ELEC5562M | Power Electronics and Drives | 15 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| ELEC5564M | Electric Power Generation by Renewable Sources | 15 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| ELEC5570M | Control Systems Design | 15 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
Students will be required to study 30 credits from the following optional modules. There should be an appropriate workload balance between semesters once all optional modules have been selected.
| ELEC5333M | Wireless Communications Systems Design | 15 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| ELEC5471M | Data Communications and Network Security | 15 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| ELEC5566M | FPGA Design for System-on-Chip | 15 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| ELEC5650M | Medical Electronics and E-Health | 15 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Some combinations of module choices may be prohibited due to timetabling constraints.
Students are referred to the School's Code of Practice on Assessment for the rules for award.
Last updated: 07/08/2024 09:34:30
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