Course summary
A Brighton Electrical and Electronic Engineering degree prepares you for careers in renewable energy, robotics, embedded systems, power electronics, telecommunications and emerging smart technologies. At Brighton you’ll join a supportive community that helps you grow, whatever your background. This course offers an extra year to prepare you to study at degree level, building your knowledge and skills – and confidence – to tackle engineering challenges. There are plenty of opportunities to apply your learning in real-world contexts – through design-build-test projects, group challenges, placements and internships. Our inclusive approach means we’ll help you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best. Brighton graduates go on to work for organisations such as National Grid, Siemens, Thales and Ricardo UK Ltd as well as innovative renewable energy start-ups. Top reasons to choose this course
- Foundation year for those changing career, returning to study or without standard qualifications.
- Start hands-on learning from day one through design-build-test projects including fighting robots, water rockets and rocket cars, the Engineering Without Borders international design challenge, CAD modelling and laboratory work.
- Progress to a degree accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), providing industry recognition and a pathway towards Chartered Engineer status.
- Study a degree ranked Joint 1st in the UK for graduate prospects – Complete University Guide 2026.
- Explore specialist areas such as digital signal processing, embedded systems, power generation and smart grids.
- Learn in industry-standard facilities including robotics and VR labs, prototyping workshops, flight and car sims, electronics labs and CISCO-accredited networking suites.
- Boost your CV with an optional paid placement after year two or funded internships such as the Brighton Student Research Experience Scheme.
- Contribute to research in sustainable energy, advanced electronics and intelligent systems.
- 100% of our engineering research impact is rated as ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’ for reach and significance – Research Excellence Framework 2021.
Modules
Foundation year The foundation year is shared across all engineering courses and gives you the preparation you need to start your degree, covering areas including core maths and science. Core modules Core Mathematics Core Science Mechanics Foundation Year Project Engineering Science Engineering Mathematics Year 1 In your first year you’ll build strong foundations in engineering mathematics, electrical power and analogue and digital electronics, while developing hands-on skills in programming and embedded systems using platforms like Arduino. You’ll also explore artificial intelligence and work on team-based projects that introduce professional engineering practices, preparing you for more advanced study. Core modules Analogue and Digital Electronics Engineering Mathematics Engineering Practice Embedded Systems 1 Introduction to Electrical Engineering Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Year 2 In your second year you’ll deepen your expertise in power systems, communications and control, learning how to design and analyse electrical networks and model dynamic engineering systems. You’ll advance your programming and embedded systems skills, gain hands-on experience in digital system design, and work in multidisciplinary teams to deliver an engineering project from concept to competitive testing. Core modules Communication Networks Electrical Engineering 2 Dynamics and Control Embedded Systems 2 Digital Systems Design Engineering Design Optional Placement Year By doing a year placement in industry you’ll gain the right amount of work experience to reach Engineering Technician (EngTech) status. Our students have been on placement with companies including Paxton, BMW Mini, Cummins and Ricardo UK Ltd. Final year In your final year, you’ll further your knowledge in advanced electronics, high-voltage power systems and product design, applying your learning to real-world engineering challenges. You’ll complete an independent project that showcases your technical and professional skills, with options to specialise in areas such as networking or digital signal processing. Core modules High Voltage Power, Distribution and Utilisation Electronics Product Design Individual Project Options* Networking Digital Signal Processing *Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.
How to apply
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
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Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 - 96 points
A level - DDD - CCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Access to HE Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H4, H4, H5, H5, H5
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5. in each element, or equivalent English Language qualification. |
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Student Outcomes
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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 |
| EU | £17250 | Year 1 |
| International | £17250 | 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
Provider information
University of Brighton
Mithras House
Lewes Road
Brighton
BN2 4AT
