Engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) - BEng Hons Degree (Part-time)

Entry Requirements

A minimum of 48 UCAS points (excluding Functional Skills) in an appropriate discipline:

• DD from A levels to include mathematics and a technology, engineering or science-based subject
• PPP from Extended Diploma, MP from Diploma, MM from 90 Credit Diploma in a science or technology-based subject, including passes in mathematics

The entry criteria for direct entry onto Level 5 of the programme are:

• HNC or HND with an overall merit grade in: Mechanical, General or Aeronautical Engineering or an appropriate Engineering discipline

Applicants for whom English is not their first language are expected to achieve a minimum 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each component

Applicants who are able to demonstrate relevant work/life skills or knowledge will also be considered on an individual basis.

Please note: Where wearing PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is a mandatory requirement of the course, it is the responsibility of the learner to ensure that they are able to wear such equipment. Further information can be obtained at the IAG session which all applicants are invited to or by calling Course Enquiries on 01253 504343.

Qualification Obtained

Learning and Teaching Methods

Scheduled Learning

Scheduled time relates to the time you spend in directed study with the guidance and support of our academic tutors. Scheduled learning can take a variety of forms and will vary from one course to the next, but may include lectures, seminars, tutorials, project supervision, demonstrations, studio or workshop time, fieldwork and external visits.

Independent Study

Higher education courses rely on students undertaking work outside of formal, scheduled sessions and this is generally categorised as independent study. Independent study might include preparation for scheduled sessions, follow-up work, wider reading or practice, completion of assessment tasks and revision.

Placement

Many of the degree programmes at B&FC incorporate opportunities for work placements to provide you with the opportunity to link your studies to relevant professional practice in a real work environment. Our programme teams are able to offer support in securing an appropriate work placement where it forms part of your programme, and will work closely with you during the placement to ensure that the opportunity allows you to develop personally, professionally and academically.

Expert Tutors

All staff involved in the delivery of higher education courses within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver. The approval process ensures that staff delivering a given programme are appropriately qualified and, where appropriate, possess relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice.

Other Costs and Equipment Needed

You will need your own scientific calculator; we recommend the Casio FFX-91ES (costs start from around £15).

Books, journals and electronic resources can be accessed via the College's learning resources facilities.

Tuition Fees

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Regulation and Accreditation

Accrediting Institution: Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)

Awarding Body: Lancaster University

Regulatory Body: Office for Students (OfS)

Terms and Conditions

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Career Options and Progression

The UK has a significant shortfall of suitably skilled and qualified engineers.

With an electrical and electronic engineering degree, you will be a very polyvalent employee and can find work in aerospace, automotive, construction, IT, telecommunications and broadcasting, nuclear energy, design among many others.

You will do very well in jobs such as management consultant, project manager, technical inspector, systems analyst. You will easily collaborate with mechanical, automotive, mechatronics and industrial engineers, providing expertise in your specific domain.

The job market in this field is stable with upcoming vacancies as a generation of engineers will be going into retirement between 2021 and 2026. The salaries at starting level are very good, ranging in the usual engineering salary scales, depending on skill sets and varying between companies and locations. Some international opportunities are also available.

Nationally, above 98% of students are either in further study or already employed, which points to a bright future, should you choose this engineering field. Senior salaries are often double the starting ones and higher, depending on whether you have engaged in lifelong learning and professional development.

There are numerous networking opportunities in this field with the IET, IEEE and other professional organizations which you might consider joining as a member.

Successful students may also wish to continue their studies by undertaking a relevant postgraduate degree at another university institution, leading to even greater career opportunities. Studies for a Master or research qualification can take you either into higher positions within the industry, managerial or otherwise, into the research profession, or to teaching careers in further and higher education.