BEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering Bachelor's degree at the University of Portsmouth

Beginning with the concept of energy in different contexts, the module covers the main components associated with its production, conversion, delivery, storage and use. Lectures will also explore how energy systems can help create a sustainable future. Additionally, we'll discuss three-phase AC circuits due to their important role in electrical energy systems.

You'll master core physics principles in this module, and use them to analyse engineering scenarios and problems. As you widen your scientific perspectives and problem-solving skills, you'll learn to bring calculations to bear on practical engineering issues.

Through project-based and practical, hands-on learning, you'll learn about the practical aspects of printed circuit board design, manufacture, assembly and testing.

You'll learn about the software development life cycle and the tools used to build software programs, getting to grips with how to identify system requirements and convert a written specification to a procedural software design and quality metrics. You'll also learn how to analyse a problem and formulate an algorithm for solving it.

Build your mathematical foundations for ongoing engineering studies in this module. You'll learn to use functions, equations and matrices in engineering problems, and recognise when to use particular mathematical techniques in your projects.

You'll start by grasping the essential theory behind combinational and sequential logic, Boolean algebra, and other core concepts. Then you'll directly apply this knowledge as you analyse, design and implement digital circuits and systems using microcontrollers. Through hands-on practical sessions and projects, you'll reinforce your learning, while developing crucial real-world engineering skills. By the end, you'll be able to confidently identify key digital components, understand microcontroller architecture, and describe assembly language commands - ready for advanced study and career opportunities across electronics and computer engineering.

Through this module, you'll learn to apply Laplace, Fourier and Z-transforms to solve complex differential and difference equations in engineering contexts. You'll pair this with matrix algebra and statistical analysis, laying the ground for confident evaluation of engineering designs and solutions throughout your studies and future career.

In this team-based module, you'll work through the full product design process, considering economic, social and sustainability aspects at each stage. You'll learn how to adopt an inclusive approach, make group decisions, and report on your processes. You'll also identify and take up professional development opportunities to get yourself career-ready.

You'll analyse and develop complex, sequential systems to meet specified requirements, using microcontrollers, interfacing systems and programming skills. Through a module-long project, you'll explore the uses and limitations of sequential systems, apply your understanding in a design-led solution, and prepare for careers across digital electronics and computer engineering

You'll apply physics to the design and analysis of circuits, learning how analogue signals flow from sensor to actuator, with reference to both time and frequency domains. You'll also design and analyse filters, amplifiers and oscillators, and implement them in circuits to solve practical analogue problems.

You'll formulate a smart business plan in this career-driven module, covering viability, licensing, funding, launch, and growth. Working in groups, you'll use risk management principles to protect your plans, identify ethical issues and relevant regulations, and develop your ability to sell your vision to investors.

You'll explore the measurements of different physical quantities, such as temperature, liquid level and flow rates. You'll also investigate the various sensors for the measurement of physical quantities, and analyse the characteristics of instruments and the uncertainty of measurements.

In this module, you'll analyse radio receivers and digital transmissions, with focuses on modulation schemes, thermal thresholds and line-of-sight communications. You'll evaluate and optimise the performance of existing communications systems, as you enhance your experience designing robust real-world telecommunication solutions.

In this self-guided module, you'll apply what you've learned on your degree to a significant piece of research or design work. You'll consider economical and ethical factors alongside technical criteria, and develop your project management skills for future self-managed tasks. Finally, you'll evaluate your results, present your analysis, and prove your skills are ready for Master's study.

In this module, you'll begin by focusing on the maths that underpins digital signal processing (DSP), with particular attention to the Discrete Fourier Transform method for analysing the frequency content of a digital signal. You'll also learn to implement and evaluate digital filtering algorithms, completing your DSP toolkit.

In this module, you'll appraise examples of instrumentation and communication circuits, learning about the implementation of advanced systems in electronics. You'll apply your theoretical studies in lab-based work, test your circuits, and demonstrate your grasp of the complex electronics powering sectors like aerospace and telecomms.

You'll determine system requirements and design relevant controllers in this module, using industry-standard computer aided engineering packages. You'll also explore the relative stability of systems, apply function identification to live data, and analyse the effects of changing parameters in a control system.

You'll use VHDL, the industry standard hardware description language, to describe and design multilayered systems in this module. Using Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) in your design, you'll verify expected behaviour, document your design process, and build your skills with appropriate software. On completion, you'll have a toolkit in digital system design to pursue specialised roles in electronics.

In this module, you'll study the principles and theories of AI, exploring heuristic search, deep learning and reinforcement. You'll then apply these computational methods to real-world problems, and evaluate their performance and limitations. Upon completion, you'll have the understanding of AI's current applications that prepare you for work with future intelligent systems.

Through this module, you'll move from the fundamental architecture of embedded systems to the practical optimisation of microcontroller applications. You'll design and develop your own solutions for given problems in the field, evaluating current practice as you go. On completion, you'll have demonstrable experience of making real-time systems work reliably, securely and intelligently.

Through activities using simulations and hardware, you'll explore static and rotating magnetic fields, analyse DC and AC machines, and investigate power transformers. You'll also evaluate power electronics approaches for controlling machinery and demonstrate your understanding of the operation of synchronous machines.

In this module, you'll demonstrate a rounded understanding of the topics that go into successful management of engineering work. You'll look at creating an ethical work environment, preparing for risk and uncertainty, and modelling financial decisions for investment in engineering projects. When you complete the module, you'll have gained vital commercial awareness for turning engineering potential into economic and social impact.

In this module, you'll work under professional conditions as you collaborate on a challenging systems design brief. You'll design an engineering response that meets a given business goal; as you do so, you'll polish and demonstrate skills such as communication, risk mitigation, project planning and control, and critical thinking. You'll emerge from this module with experience of the soft skills that companies will expect from you.

You'll examine energy potential and the limitations of wind, solar, tidal, wave, hydro and geothermal energy solutions, aw well as exploring energy efficiency, sustainability, and the environmental and economic aspects of energy.

In this module, you'll analyse the measurement needs of given projects, evaluate existing solutions, then design and implement your own proposal. Building on a theoretical grounding in measurement and sensor technology, you'll learn key skills for roles ensuring accuracy and reliability in process control, biomechanics or autonomous vehicles.

You'll learn multiple data processing methods in this module, and apply them to enhance efficiency, security and reliability in electronic systems. As you analyse algorithms used in contemporary industry, you'll develop skills in data compression, encryption and protection – and use those data skills to solve practical engineering problems.

Apply theory and practical elements, including signal measurements and diagnostic imaging technologies, to expand your knowledge of medical instruments.