29Oct
Virtual and digitalSouthampton, Solent University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
You are embarking on an exciting foundation degree designed to advance your electronic engineering career by blending academic coursework with professional practice. By studying part-time while working or full-time, you can apply what you learn to solve practical industry problems. Delivery for part-time students will be on a day release. Software packages that you will use during your time are either available to you on dedicated University machines or under our educational licenses, so that you can use them at home. The curriculum covers key engineering topics like analogue and digital electronics, embedded systems, data communications, automation and control, and power systems. You’ll sharpen mathematical skills that are vital for engineering applications. Additionally, through a work-based project you will apply your existing and newly acquired skills to a practical challenge. Overall, the program will equip you with the knowledge, understanding and transferable skills to reach your professional goals in this fast-changing field. Careers Electronics design engineer - Design electronic components, circuits, devices and systems. Work for electronics manufacturers, defense contractors, telecom companies, etc. Embedded systems engineer - Develop the electronics and software for embedded devices and systems e.g. medical devices, automotive electronics, mobile devices. Communications engineer - Work on devices and infrastructure for broadcasting, telecommunications, satellite, network and computer communications. Electronic test engineer - Test electronic systems, circuits and devices to ensure proper functioning and adherence to specifications. Control systems engineer - Design, develop, program, test and maintain industrial control systems used in plants, factories, etc. Signal processing engineer - Focus on analysing and manipulating analog and digital signals using methods like filtering, sampling, compressing, etc. Avionics engineer - Design and integrate the electronics systems used in aircraft, spacecraft and related systems. Work for aerospace companies. Acoustics engineer - Focus on the generation, propagation and control of sound waves. Work in product design, noise control, architectural acoustics, etc. Sales engineer - Use technical expertise to sell electronic products and services. Work for manufacturers and distributors of electronics. Patent engineer - Review and approve patent applications for electronics-related inventions to grant valid patents. Work for patent offices or IP organisations.
Modules
YEAR 1 Analogue and Digital Electronics Core Applied Mathematics Core Introduction to Electronics Core Manufacturing Principles Core Microprocessor Systems Core Professional Engineering Skills Core YEAR 2 Applied Mathematics for Electronics Automation and Control Systems Data Communications and Networks Electronic Circuits Embedded Systems Manufacturing Principles Microprocessor Systems Professional Engineering Skills YEAR 3 Applied Mathematics for Electronics Electronic Circuits Embedded Systems Automation and Control Systems Data Communications and Networks
Assessment method
The assessment strategy is designed to allow you to not only demonstrate technical knowledge and understanding, but also the vital skills that a professional engineer needs to communicate within and outside of the engineering industry. Most of the exams on the course therefore test technical understanding, whilst the majority of the coursework assesses knowledge through the creation of items such as technical consultancy reports, which are common in industry. By using this method of assessment you can develop not only theoretical and academic skills, but the vital employability skills needed when you graduate and go into industry. Where possible, live briefs from industry will be used, or coursework will simulate real-world projects, so that you gain a contemporary knowledge and understanding of the industry.
How to apply
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- FEE3
- Institution code:
- S30
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | with a minimum of 5.5 in each of the four components |
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
Solent University offers a number of bursaries, grants and scholarships. For more information, please visit https://www.solent.ac.uk/finance/grants-bursaries-scholarships/bursaries
Provider information
Southampton, Solent University
East Park Terrace
Southampton
SO14 0YN