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MEng (Hons) Electronic and Electrical Engineering (Industrial) at University of Leeds. The industrial variant of this MEng sets it apart from a standard electronic and electrical engineering degree by weaving a placement year into the structure, giving students a five-year route that adds substantial workplace exposure to…
About this course
MEng (Hons) Electronic and Electrical Engineering (Industrial) is an Integrated Master's degree (MEng (Hons)) at the University of Leeds. It runs 5 years, studied full-time.
For Engineering and technology graduates from this provider, 100% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 100% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £32,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Engineering, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Stronger evidence Published sample: 140. Cohort 2022-23. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 100% (2021-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2021-23. Continuation 95% (2021-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year 1 7 modules
- Circuit Analysis and DesignCompulsory20 credits
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You'll be introduced to key electronic components, the basic concepts of electronic circuit analysis and design, and the basic principles of electronic circuit test and measurement.
- Physics of Electronic DevicesCompulsory20 credits
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During this module, you'll learn about the fundamental physical concepts that underpin the design and operation of electronic devices and electrical systems.
- Introduction to Communication SystemsCompulsory20 credits
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This module introduces you to the fundamentals of communication systems and how the internet works. You'll learn about the different building blocks and protocols that are used to implement both wired and wireless communication links. You'll also build the skills to apply programming tools (MATLAB) to model communication signals and systems.
- Digital Electronics and MicrocontrollersCompulsory20 credits
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You'll be introduced to the fundamentals of digital electronics, logic circuits, C++ and microcontrollers. You'll gain insight into the development, simplification and simulation of combinational and sequential logic circuits, and develop an understanding of their place within typical microcontroller architectures. You'll also learn how to interface with various electronic components and develop your own project-based embedded system.
- Introduction to Engineering MathematicsCompulsory20 credits
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Develop your knowledge and understanding of the key mathematical principles necessary to underpin your education in engineering. On completion of this module, you should be able to apply mathematical methods, tools and notations to the analysis and solution of engineering problems.
- Algorithms and Numerical MathematicsCompulsory10 credits
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You'll explore the concepts of logical algorithm design and numerical mathematics, and the application of logical algorithms to solve numerical mathematics problems in engineering. Application includes practical implementation in the form of programming logical algorithms.
- Electronic Design ProjectCompulsory10 credits
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Develop essential skills in interpreting circuit diagrams, building the corresponding physical prototype and using laboratory instruments to test and evaluate the circuit. You'll also have an opportunity to learn important practical laboratory skills and engage in a team design project.
Year 2 6 modules
- Electronic Circuit and Systems designCompulsory20 credits
Module details
Gain the necessary skills and knowledge to design and build a variety of electronic circuits and systems. Throughout this module, you'll learn the concept of 'signal conditioning' and practical implementation of amplifiers, filters and signal detectors, focusing on the real characteristics of operational amplifiers and the behaviour of circuits and components at high frequencies. The module also explores the use of analogue to digital conversion in the context of embedded systems, digital interf
- Transistors and Optoelectronic DevicesCompulsory20 credits
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Develop your knowledge and understanding of the properties of the semiconductor materials and devices used for transistors and optoelectronic devices. You'll gain an understanding of the principles of semiconductor physics, including an introduction to quantum mechanics and the design and analysis of important representative devices.
- Communications TheoryCompulsory20 credits
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You'll cover fundamental concepts, models and principles related to the field of communication, using analytical tools for the design of modern communications systems, including Fourier analysis and signal processing, as well as the statistical treatment of signals. The module aims to provide you with a theoretical framework for understanding various aspects and components of communication systems and technologies.
- Embedded Systems ProjectCompulsory20 credits
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This module will challenge you to design a prototype product within a tightly constrained set of software tools and hardware components. You'll be equipped to proficiently write, compile, run and debug C++ programs using standard techniques. It involves implementing diverse embedded software techniques on microcontrollers, emphasising the refining of diverse project skills in embedded systems design projects. The major objective is to develop proficiency in programming a state-of-the-art microco
- Microprocessors and Programmable LogicCompulsory20 credits
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Building on the digital electronics covered in year 1, you'll be taught how to implement digital designs onto programmable hardware using industry-standard tools, as well as simulate and verify designs before and after implementation. This module covers the study of microprocessors and FPGAs, providing a deep insight into computer architectures. Starting from transistors, you'll learn how to design your own computer and how to write computer programs in assembly language and binary machine code.
- Power ElectronicsCompulsory20 credits
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Develop the appropriate analytical skills and knowledge to design electrical power converters whilst gaining an understanding of power electronic conversion techniques, including the basic converters (DC-DC, AC-DC and DC-AC). You'll learn the methods of circuit analysis applicable to switched mode circuits and become familiar with the properties of the relevant semiconductor devices.
Year 3 8 modules
- RF and Microwave SystemsCompulsory20 credits
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Learn the principles of high-frequency electronic systems and the theory and practice of modern radiofrequency (RF) and microwave circuit design.
- Electric MachinesCompulsory20 credits
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Get introduced to the principles of electromechanical conversion with a focus on both DC and AC electric machines. This module covers the operation of electric machines, starting from basic electromechanical conversion principles to their numerous applications and visiting different machine types and designs. You'll be equipped with the necessary skills to select and analyse appropriate electric machines for different applications.
- Control SystemsCompulsory20 credits
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Gain an understanding of the theory and practice of control systems, including linear systems analysis using Laplace transforms and transfer functions, the transient response of feedback systems and stability criteria.
- Individual Engineering ProjectCompulsory40 credits
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The Individual Engineering Project module is a simulation/hands-on experience that allows you to apply your engineering knowledge to investigate a real-world problem through a major independent technical project. You're expected to plan, design and execute the project, demonstrating your ability to manage time and resources effectively. You'll be under the supervision of an academic specialist who'll support and guide you throughout. The project encourages independent thinking, problem solving a
- Professional StudiesCompulsory10 credits
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Explore the key aspects of working in a professional engineering environment and managing engineering activity. You'll develop a good understanding of the importance of engineering to society as well as the need to consider ethical, societal and environmental issues that accompany new technologies. You'll also learn about other topics relating to professional engineering such as quality management, risk management, innovation management, finance, intellectual property and data protection.
- Digital Media EngineeringOptional10 credits
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Learn the principles of digital audio, images and video, and digital content transmission systems.
- Digital CommunicationsOptional10 credits
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You'll be introduced to the key principles of advanced digital communications systems, including pulse shaping, channel characteristics and multiple-access techniques in cellular mobile and optical communications systems.
- Electric Power SystemsOptional10 credits
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Learn about the fundamentals of power system modelling, analysis and operation. You'll build an understanding of the various layers and components in modern power networks and how power systems are operated.
Year 5 2 modules
- Modern Industry PracticeCompulsory15 credits
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Professional engineers need to have a sound knowledge of how the engineering industry operates, including the different roles within companies, the operation of supply chains, legal and contractual issues and much more. This knowledge is vital for individual career planning. This module aims to help you develop a detailed understanding of the global engineering industry and will assist you in making appropriate career plans. You'll learn about diverse roles within the workplace, focusing on topi
- Team Engineering ProjectCompulsory45 credits
Module details
In this Team Engineering Project, you'll work in a group of 3 or 4 to investigate and define a problem, utilising your technical knowledge gained in previous years of study to identify a solution. Work will be split into individual parts whilst coming together as a team. You'll present your findings through both verbal and written communication, supervised by an academic specialist who'll support and guide you throughout. Whilst this module will develop your teamworking skills, you'll also be en
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
Across the five years, the course is structured to build understanding progressively rather than front-loading everything at once. Students begin with core theory, the grounding in electronic and electrical engineering principles that underpins everything that follows, before moving into research & methods, where they learn how engineers investigate problems and evaluate evidence rather than simply apply formulae. Applied practice then gives that theory somewhere to go, translating classroom learning into hands-on engineering work, while the industrial placement year sits alongside this as a distinct, extended period of professional experience. Later stages introduce specialist options, such as areas that let students steer the degree toward their own interests within the discipline, alongside professional skills work that prepares students for the expectations of engineering employers. The degree culminates in an independent project, giving students the chance to work through a substantial piece of engineering work of their own design from start to finish, drawing on everything built up in the preceding years.
Who it's for
This course suits someone who is genuinely curious about how electronic and electrical systems work and wants to understand that in depth rather than just in passing, but who also wants to test that understanding against the reality of a workplace before they graduate. It fits students who don't mind delaying entry to full-time employment by an extra year in exchange for a longer, more immersive period of professional experience during their studies. If you like the idea of alternating between the discipline and rigour of university coursework and the different pace and demands of an industrial placement, that rhythm is likely to suit you well. It's a good fit for someone who is comfortable with a long-term commitment, five years is a substantial stretch of study, and who sees that as an opportunity to build depth rather than a drawback. Most entrants arrive having studied A-levels or equivalent, typically with a UCAS tariff in the 160–175 range, so you'd be joining a cohort with a broadly similar academic starting point. Beyond the numbers, this course tends to appeal to students who like problem-solving, are patient with technical detail, and want their engineering education to feel connected to actual industry practice rather than confined to a lecture theatre.
Careers & job market
Nationally, across Engineering courses, 90% of graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduating, and 80% of those in work are in roles classed as highly skilled. These are national Graduate Outcomes figures rather than statistics specific to this course or university, but they give a general sense of how engineering graduates tend to fare in the labour market. National earnings data (LEO) shows engineering graduates typically starting on between £29,000 and £35,000 fifteen months after graduation, with a range of £26,775 to £37,800 after three years and £33,150 to £46,800 after five years, again, these are national figures across the field rather than a promise of what any individual graduate will earn, and outcomes will depend on the specific role, sector and location. The built-in industrial placement year on this course is a distinctive feature worth weighing against these figures: an extended period of workplace experience during study is often the sort of thing that shapes early-career prospects, even though no course can guarantee a particular outcome. Nationally, 88% of engineering students continue past their first year, which is a reasonable indicator of how manageable students generally find the transition into this kind of demanding technical degree.
University & format
The course is delivered full-time over five years at the University of Leeds, a public, research-intensive Russell Group university founded in 1904. Teaching is in English, and the course is identified by UCAS code H606. The award itself is an integrated Master's degree carrying the MEng (Hons) mark, meaning students graduate with a Master's-level qualification directly rather than progressing to it via a separate postgraduate year. As a recognised UK degree-awarding body, the university's qualifications carry standard national recognition, and its Russell Group membership and Silver TEF rating are worth factoring in alongside the practical, placement-based structure when weighing up the format of study.
Student satisfaction
How students on this course answered the National Student Survey, by theme.
Share of students responding positively.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
- 2027 entryCompleted applications can be submitted
Your application needs a reference before you can send it.
- 2026 entryFinal date for 2026 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2026 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
- 2027 entryEqual-consideration deadline
18:00 UK time for most undergraduate courses.
Show 5 later dates
- 2027 entryUCAS Extra opens
Applicants who used all five choices and hold no offer may be able to add another choice.
- 2027 entryLast day applications go directly to providers
Applications received after 18:00 UK time are entered into Clearing.
- 2027 entryClearing opens
Eligible applicants can see vacancies and release themselves into Clearing.
- 2027 entryFinal date for 2027 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2027 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
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Industrial placement. Availability, selection and pay can vary.
Entry & how to get in
Who gets in
What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.
UCAS tariff of entrants
Grades are the A-level equivalent of each points band. Tap a band to check your own chances below.
Qualifications held on entry
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| A-levels or equivalent | 65% |
| another higher-education qualification | 29% |
| a previous degree | 3% |
| a Baccalaureate | 2% |
| an Access course | 1% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Accepted students typically held strong UCAS tariffs. Check how your predicted grades compare and whether a contextual offer applies.
Will you get in? Plot your grades
Pick your predicted A-levels and watch your UCAS points land on the real spread of students admitted to this course.
Each bar is the share of admitted students in that UCAS-points band (lower → higher). Grades show the A-level equivalent.
Based on the official admitted-student tariff distribution. Many universities make contextual (reduced-grade) offers, so a result below the range doesn’t rule you out.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course (code H606). One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by 13 January 2027, 18:00 UK time
UCAS equal-consideration deadline for most undergraduate courses. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Standard capped home fee at English providers (2026/27); Scotland, Wales & NI differ.
Check fees at University of Leeds →For students who normally live in England
2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.
Starting on or after 1 January 2027?
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.
Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
- Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
- Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.
Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
Named awards published by the university. Compare the eligibility and application route before budgeting for one.
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Careers & earnings
What Engineering graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £32,000 | £30,000 – £36,000 | 140 |
| 3 years after | £31,000 | £27,000 – £37,000 | 465 |
| 5 years after | £38,500 | £32,500 – £48,000 | 485 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Stronger evidence. Published sample: 140. Cohort 2022-23.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in engineering · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Engineering nationally
National figures for Engineering graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
What happened to 100 students?
Choose an outcome to translate the published percentage into a simple 100-person view. Each dot represents one percentage point, not an individual tracked student.
were in work or further study
15 months after graduation
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2021-23. Stronger evidence. Published sample: 140. Cohort 2022-23. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Engineering courses at the same study level.
Compared with 2,256 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
UK occupations graduates enter
Published graduate destinations, joined conservatively to UK SOC 2020, ONS pay and Skills England demand.
- Engineering professionalsSOC 2020 212 · 60% of published destinations · ASHE median £50,325
- Business and public service associate professionalsSOC 2020 35 · 25% of published destinations · ASHE median £38,760
- Information Technology ProfessionalsSOC 2020 213 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £55,357
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionalsSOC 2020 31 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £34,828
Discover Uni JOBLIST/JOBTYPE; ONS ASHE 2025 provisional, all employee jobs; Skills England Occupations in Demand 2025. SOC is shown only for an exact normalised label match; demand is shown only at exact four-digit SOC. Published sample: 15; response rate: 80%. Pay describes the occupation across workers, not a guaranteed graduate salary.
Job market & outlook
How Engineering graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Engineering graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Engineering & manufacturing firms
- Automotive & aerospace
- Energy & utilities
- Defence & consultancies
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Engineering graduates.
Is this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
Student finance
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.
Where graduates go
100% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £32,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
Your entry chances
Use the UCAS points calculator above to see how your predicted grades compare with admitted students, and whether a contextual offer could apply.
Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 9.3 out of 10: NSS 84.4% · in work or study 100% · continued 95%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
The University of Leeds
Engineering and technology across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around The University of Leeds
3,846 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is Engineering right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to University of Leeds from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is set per course by University of Leeds; international fees are typically £12,000–£30,000/year for classroom subjects and higher for lab/clinical ones. You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check University of Leeds’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with University of Leeds and gov.uk before you apply.
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