Overview
Course Details
The Electronic Engineering MSc course at the University of Southampton is a portfolio master’s degree, enabling you to further your knowledge of a number of areas, such as:
- micro and nanoelectronics
- optoelectronics
- micro and nanotechnology
- wireless communications
It offers a wider choice of modules than our specialist masters programmes, enabling you to tailor the degree to your interests. You’ll also work during the summer research project on a specialist topic.
The 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.
Career Opportunities
This programme provides an excellent platform for a career in academia or industry sectors such as:
- Electronics and semiconductors
- Telecommunications
- Photonics
- Materials and packaging
- Biotechnology
- Motor vehicle and aerospace industries.
Graduates from the MSc programmes are employed worldwide in leading companies at the forefront of technology. As well as for larger multinationals, many students also go on to work for small to medium enterprises, including start-ups.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Project Preparation
- Green Electronics
- Digital Coding and Transmission
- Nanoelectronic Devices
- Digital IC and Systems Design
- Microfabrication
- Microsensor Technologies
- Microfluidics and Lab-on-a-Chip
- Bionanotechnology
- Nanofabrication and Microscopy
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , International
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Electrical Engineering Electronics & Embedded Technology General Engineering & Technology View 752 other Masters in General Engineering & Technology in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
You’ll need a 2:1 degree in electronic engineering or a closely related subject.
You must also have an upper 2:1 score in the following:
- 1 maths module
- 5 electronics modules (e.g. semiconductor devices, microelectronics, microprocessors, digital systems, control and communications, signal processing, signals and systems, automation)
Tuition Fee
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International
29512 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 29512 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Southampton
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.