13May
UndergraduateCourse summary
The BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year is designed to prepare you for a rewarding career at the forefront of technology, providing a strong foundation in essential principles. With the foundation year, this program ensures that students from diverse educational backgrounds are equipped to thrive in the core engineering curriculum. As technology rapidly advances, electrical and electronic engineering plays a crucial role in areas like electric vehicles, manufacturing, power generation, transmission and distribution networks, smart devices, and communication and information systems. This course is ideal for those who want to help drive sustainability in modern life, understanding how to reduce carbon emissions through enhanced energy efficiency and the integration of electric vehicles. In this comprehensive program, you’ll study essential concepts, principles, and technologies shaping the field of electrical and electronic engineering. You’ll gain practical skills to identify and solve engineering challenges using appropriate technologies, techniques, and tools. You’ll also learn to document and communicate your solutions effectively, developing the ability to support your ideas with evidence-based reasoning. Through a blend of theoretical study and practical applications, you’ll explore quantitative methods, mathematical principles, and the integration of design, technology, and commercial aspects to create sustainable, innovative solutions. The course encourages engagement with the latest applications and emerging technologies, helping you build a robust foundation in electrical and electronic engineering. You’ll have access to advanced equipment and participate in hands-on activities, benefiting from our strong industry connections and working on authentic, industry-focused engineering problems. Collaborative and independent projects will further develop your analytical skills and problem-solving abilities. By graduation, you’ll be ready to make a positive impact in electrical and electronic engineering, with the skills to pursue a successful career and develop innovative solutions for a sustainable future.
Modules
In your foundation year, you will build a strong grounding in essential areas like applied analytics, digital technologies, and fundamental concepts in electronics. You’ll develop key skills in academic success, problem-solving, and introductory programming, all of which will support your progression into the main engineering curriculum. This foundational year is designed to ensure you have the knowledge and confidence to tackle more advanced topics in electrical and electronic engineering as you move forward in your studies. Digital Technologies (10 credits) Electronics Principles and Concepts (10 credits) Introduction to Digital Electronics (10 credits) Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers (10 credits) Applied Analytics (10 credits) Skills for Academic Success (20 Credits) Introduction to Electronic Devices and Circuits (10 credits) Problem Solving Techniques (20 credits) Group Project for CertHE (20 credits) Year 1 In your first year, you will build a solid foundation in mathematics, computer systems fundamentals, and basic electrical and electronic engineering principles. You will also develop essential skills in programming and problem-solving, preparing you for more advanced topics in the following years. Compulsory Computer Systems Fundamentals (10 credits) Micros Peripherals and Interfaces (20 credits) Electrical and Electronic Principles (20 credits) Mathematics (20 credits) Signals and Systems (10 credits) Embedded C (20 credits) Study Skills for Electronics (10 credits) Workshop Skills for Electronics (10 Credits) Year 2 The second year focuses on deepening your understanding of electrical and electronic circuits and digital systems. You will also learn about control systems, transducers and signal conditioning, and engineering and project management, with an emphasis on practical applications. Compulsory Electrical Engineering (20 credits) Electronics I (20 credits) Transducers and Signal Conditioning (20 credits) Group Project (20 credits) Distributed Intelligence Systems (20 credits) Engineering and Project Management (20 Credits) Year 3 In your final year, you will engage in advanced topics such as power electronics and drives, programmable logic controllers, and electronic systems design. You will also undertake an independent project for your final year, applying your knowledge to solve a real-world engineering problem, often in collaboration with industry partners. Compulsory Independent Project (40 credits) Applied Programmable Logic Controllers (20 credits) Electronics II (20 credits) Electronic Systems Design (20 credits) Power Electronics and Drives (20 credits)
Assessment method
The School of Applied Computing aims to produce graduates that help shape the future of electrical and electronic engineering. The course content is contemporary and shaped for employability through close links with local and national employers. Students are assessed through a combination of laboratory-based practicals, assignments, presentations, projects and examinations. Module assessment is often by assignment, or assignment and examination. The final mark for some modules may include one or more pieces of coursework set and completed during the module. Project work is assessed by a written report and presentation. Students are encouraged to use our links with Software Alliance Wales and Go Wales to work on commercial schemes for their Major Project module. Go Wales provides the opportunity of paid work placements with local businesses.
How to apply
29Jan
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:
- 53R2
- Institution code:
- T80
- Campus name:
- SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea
- Campus code:
- T
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
International applicants
If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa. For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa. International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. For full information read our visa application and guides. Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 32 points
English language requirements
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.
Acceptable Evidence of English
https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/apply/international-applications/english-language-requirements
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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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 | £15525 | Year 1 |
| International | £15525 | 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
It is possible to complete this programme of study without any additional costs.
Students may wish to purchase materials for modules, such as Major Project but this is not a requirement and will have no bearing on the final grade.
Study trips (Optional) – School arranged industrial visits in the UK or in Europe
(For trips within the UK approximately £50 / For trips within Europe approximately £200)
It is recognised, for example, that the precise costs associated with a field trip could vary from year to year.
Provider information
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP