MSc Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Electrical and electronic engineering are the foundation of 21st century innovations: from digital communications to robotics systems, from sustainable energy to smart environments. With the MSc Electrical and Electronic Engineering from GCU, you'll develop the skills to work at the forefront of these exciting fields. Through discovery and invention, you can build a better future for humanity and contribute to the common good.
GCU’s School of Computing, Engineering and Built Environment has almost three decades worth of graduates in the Electrical and Electronic Engineering field and this masters degree has been developed with UK-SPEC/IET (Institution of Engineering and Technology) to develop motivated and critical thinkers for the industry.
As a masters student, you are encouraged to join the IET and to participate in activities which are frequently hosted by GCU. Involvement in the activities of the engineering institutions is an important aspect of career development for you as a student engineer, especially from the point of view of the eventual attainment of Chartered Engineer Status.
The curriculum you will study offers a comprehensive exploration of electrical and electronic engineering. There is particular emphasis on today's fast-growing global challenges and you will study sustainable energy systems, telecommunications and smart electronic sensing technologies. The curriculum also connects your learning to the real world with industry case studies and assignments.
Graduate prospects
Your degree and specialist knowledge will guarantee you excellent career opportunities around the world. You might find work in the electrical power industry, the renewable energy sector, the offshore industry, transport engineering, electronic engineering or telecommunications.
In addition to the knowledge and understanding of electrical and electronic engineering, the programme will provide an integrated understanding of power systems, instrumentation systems, telecommunications systems and business operations, reinforced with personal and interpersonal skills.
Module list
Advanced Telecommunications, Condition Monitoring, Energy Audit and Energy Asset Management, Measurement Systems, Measurement Theory and Devices, Power System Operation and Protection, Professional Practice (Engineering), Renewable Energy Technologies, MSc Project.Download the Programme Specification for a detailed breakdown of its structure, what you will learn and other useful information.
Study Options
- 2020/21
Study Options
- 2021/22
All entry requirements listed here should be used as a guide and represent the minimum required to be considered for entry. Applicants who are made a conditional offer of a place may be asked to achieve more than is stated.
Entry requirements
Minimum academic requirement: UK honours degree 2:2 (or equivalent) in electronic or electrical engineering or related subject.English language
English language requirement: IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) with no element below 5.5.
Please note: if you are from a majority English speaking country, you may not be required to provide further proof of your English Language proficiency.
Additional information
Other academic and vocational qualifications
Each application to GCU is considered on an individual basis. If you do not have the typical academic entry qualifications, but can demonstrate relevant work experience and/or credits from recognised professional bodies, you may be eligible to enter this course via the University's Recognition of Prior Learning scheme.
International pathways
Entry options for international applicants
If you are an international applicant and do not meet the academic requirements above you may be eligible for an International Graduate Diploma at INTO Glasgow. Based in our Glasgow campus, successful completion of an INTO course with the required grades provides you with a guaranteed conditional offer of a place on this degree.
The tuition fees you pay are mostly determined by your fee status. What is my student fee status?
Annual full-time tuition fees 2020/21
Home: £6,000
RUK: £6,000
EU: £6,000
International: £13,500
Annual full-time tuition fees 2021/22
Home and RUK: £6,000
EU and International: £13,500
Part-time and distance-learning tuition fees
View our part-time and distance-learning fee schedules
Fees are subject to change and published here for guidance only.
Additional costs
As a student at the University, there are additional fees and costs which may or may not apply to you, but that you should be aware of.
Scholarships
We provide high-quality education for a fair price; as the University for the Common Good, we are committed to offering accessible higher education for talented students by keeping our tuition fees low and providing a generous scholarship package of £2 million per year.
Students will be assessed via a combination of examinations, coursework, presentations,case study analysis, reports and the final dissertation.