Advanced Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Management MSc
12-28 months, full-time
Course information
UK fee £11,800
International fee £24,500
Taught by School of Engineering
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Course description
Course description
The technical focus of this degree is study of a coherent selection of electrical and electronic engineering subjects to advanced level. Module combinations include communications and signal processing through control engineering to electrical machines and drives. This course is ideal for any engineer who wishes to specialise in electrical disciplines in combination with a rigorous introduction to those management theories, models, frameworks and techniques that are likely to be important to a professional engineer.
The combination of advanced technical engineering skills and knowledge of management theory and practice will equip you with the knowledge and skills required to secure leadership roles in global engineering industries.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
Good second class honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject such as Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
English Language Requirements
IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard.
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Fees and funding
UK Students
Starting in September 2024
- MSc: £11,800
- MSc with Industry: £11,800
An additional fee of £3,510 will be charged if a placement is secured.
If you are resident outside the UK and the Republic of Ireland, you will need to pay a deposit of £3,000 to secure your place. This will be subtracted from your total tuition fee.
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Did you know you can apply for a Government Postgraduate Loan? Find out if you’re eligible.
International Students
Starting in September 2024
- MSc: £24,500
- MSc with Industry: £24,500
An additional fee of £3,510 will be charged if a placement is secured.
You will need to pay a deposit of £3,000 to secure your place. This will be subtracted from your total tuition fee.
From 2022 onwards, EU nationals will pay the International fee. If you are an EU national with settled or pre-settled status under the EU settlement scheme, you may qualify for the UK fee (subject to criteria).
Find out more about scholarships and funding.
Careers and employability
Careers and employability
You have the option of choosing to study this course ‘with industry’ in which a paid industrial placement forms part of your course, including your overall assessment through reflective learning. Whether or not you opt for the ‘with industry’ variant of the course, it is designed to give you the tools to work towards a career in a wide variety of fields in the engineering and technical industries.
Our Careers and Employability Service is here to support you, with advice on interviews, CVs, work experience, volunteering and more. From Freshers’ Week to Graduation and beyond, they are here to help you reach your professional goals.
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Course structure
Modules
Modules
Core modules
- Engineering Design Case Study
- Advanced Electrical Machines
- Artificial Intelligence Architectures
- Spacecraft Communications
- Advanced Electronically Controlled Drives
Option modules
Choose two option modules from:
Then choose one option module from:
Plus your Engineering Management Project
Modules shown represent choices available to current students. The range of modules available and the content of any individual module may change in future years.
Industry placement (optional)
Industry placement (optional)
Studying a 'with industry' masters degree is the perfect way for you to enhance your career prospects and deepen your understanding of your specific area of expertise. By experiencing real-world scenarios and applying your skills and knowledge to business challenges, you will gain a unique insight into how your studies can be utilised in industry. This will not only showcase your abilities to future employers, but will also enhance your studies when you return to University to complete your programme.
Modules shown represent choices available to current students. The range of modules available and the content of any individual module may change in future years.
Why Leicester?
The School of Engineering operates an Open Door policy meaning you can access support when you need it.
Our practical modules enable you to gain skills in state-of-the-art engineering and the latest technologies.
The School is internationally renowned for quality research and excellent teaching, and has links with many of the world's major engineering companies.
The School of Engineering has around 600 undergraduates, 100 postgraduates and researchers, 30 academic staff and a similar number of support staff.
Teaching and learning
Teaching methods include lectures and seminars supported by practical and lab work. Assessment is a mix of open and closed exams and continuous assessment. Your dissertation will be assessed separately.
Key dates
September 2024 start
- Application deadline: 9 September 2024 (Please note if you require a visa to study you will be required to submit your course application by 26 July 2024)
- Deposit payment deadline: 9 August 2024
- CAS request deadline: 6 September 2024
- 70% tuition payment deadline: 6 September 2024
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| Course | Qualification | Duration | Start Dates | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course Advanced Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Management | Qualification MSc | Duration 12-16 months full-time | Start Dates September each year | Availability Apply Now |
| Course Advanced Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Management with Industry | Qualification MSc | Duration 24-28 months full-time | Start Dates September each year | Availability Apply Now |
The extensive range of courses and module choices allowed me to direct my studies towards a career that I enjoy and am passionate about. This also helped me secure a really enjoyable placement at Tata Steel Europe.