Overview
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.
Glasgow Caledonian's School of Science and Engineering has almost three decades' worth of graduates in the Electrical and Electronic Engineering field and this master's degree will produce critical thinkers for the industry
This master's degree course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and the Institute of Measurement and Control (InstMC) on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for further learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Please note, you must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate degree, as well as the MSc, in order to comply with full CEng registration requirements.
As a master's student, you're encouraged to join the IET and participate in activities that are frequently hosted by Glasgow Caledonian. 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'll 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.
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In addition to the core modules that all students must undertake, some courses offer students a choice from a selection of optional modules to shape the focus their degree. Optional modules where available, form part of the overall credit structure of the course.
Download the programme specification for a detailed breakdown of the course structure, including modules, what you'll learn and other useful information.