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Undergraduate 2027

Undergraduate 2025

MEng | Undergraduate

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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Entry year : Academic Year 2027/28

Entry requirements : AAA

Attendance : 4 years (Full-time) \

UCAS Code : H602

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In a world where sustainable energy, smart home technology, the Internet of Things and even self-driving cars are a reality, studying Electrical and Electronic Engineering offers students immeasurable potential opportunities. The advances in Electrical and Electronic Engineering are so great that every part of 21st Century life is improved by them.\ \ As a result, Electrical and Electronic Engineering is one of the broadest and impactful exciting engineering disciplines on offer at Queen’s University. The degree programme covers a wide spectrum of topics, from micro-electronic chip design and manufacturing to power generation and distribution. Rapid advances in fields such as telecommunications, computer firmware, hardware and networking, medical electronics, security, control and robotics and renewable energy systems are also reflected in the course structure. \ \ Globally there is a critical shortage of experienced and talented engineers. This means that Electronics and Electrical Engineering graduates have excellent career prospects across a broad range of sectors. \ \ At Queen’s we work closely with future employers to enhance these career prospects and placement experiences are embedded into the course. This allows students to engage with and learn from real world challenges from day one. This combination of academic theory and application forms a core part of the curriculum and vastly improves our graduate employability rates.

Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Queen’s is ranked in the top 10 in the UK for research (REF 2014)

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Career Development

Students may undertake a year’s paid placement in industry and there are currently lots of companies to choose from. Examples of companies where our students have spent their placements include BT, Sensata Technologies, Andor Technology, NIE Networks, BAE Systems, Atkins, Microsoft and Seagate. Students may also gain summer work experience through the IAESTE international exchange programme. Canada, Croatia, Hong Kong, Thailand and Malaysia are just some of the countries where our students have been to through this Scheme.

Internationally Renowned Experts

Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Queen’s is ranked in the Top 5 in the UK for research, with 93 per cent of research rated as either 'World-leading' or 'Internationally Excellent' (REF 2014). Students therefore benefit from research-led education and the opportunity to undertake final year projects related to cutting edge technologies.

Student Experience

Queen's is one of only nine UK universities involved in the prestigious IET 'Power Academy' scholarship scheme, which each year provides scholarships from the fourteen industrial partners to students on the BEng and MEng degrees. The industrial partners involved in the Power Academy Scheme – examples include NIE Networks, Rolls Royce, National Grid, Network Rail, London Underground, Mitsubishi Electric and BAE Systems. Other companies, such as Sensata, Civica and Caterpillar, also sponsor students on these courses. For further information, visit the School Website.

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Attraction to QUB\ I always knew I wanted to study at Queen’s not only because it’s in Northern Ireland but Queen’s University has such a great reputation - it’s facilities, teaching and research are world class and are highly ranked in the UK and globally. QUB is also part of the Russell Group and is one of only nine universities partners in the UK who offer the IET Power Academy Scholarship. This was another benefit of studying engineering at Queen’s.\ \ Having been to the open days I was able to meet the lectures, see the facilities and talk to current students asking them questions about QUB and the course. Everyone was so friendly, approachable and informative and it really helped to confirm my decision that I wanted to study EEE at Queen’s. \ \ Positive Experience during studies \ I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at Queen's, having met some fantastic people and completing my degree. I would have to say my highlight has been obtaining a scholarship with NIE Networks. This has provided me a great platform to meet so many new people and develop a wide range of skills. It has given my the chance to \ get involved in a variety of projects throughout my summer placements and year out.\ \ In addition, I have also had the opportunity to get involved in outreach programs within both primary and secondary schools such as First Lego League, Sentinus R&D, Young Innovators and Bee Safe. The main aim of all of this is to promote STEM subjects, studying at QUB, and careers in engineering in the hope to create awareness of the great career opportunities available and inspire future engineers.\ \ Placement\ I completed my placement year with NIE Networks in the Asset Management department based in Fortwilliam House, Belfast. I absolutely loved my placement year and would definitely recommend doing a placement! The department I was in within NIE Networks was responsible for managing all of the Assets and equipment on the electricity network. \ \ My role had a great balance of being in the office and out on site. I had the opportunity to work on a variety projects from carrying out equipment failure investigations, writing policy documents to data analysis and much more. This provided me the chance to develop skills such as communication, leadership and project management.\ \ By completing my year out I found that I had a better awareness and appreciation of what an engineer actually does within a company. \ \ I feel that my placement year was of great benefit when I returned to university as it really helped to put into perspective some of the theory that I had learnt in class. It also give me the ability to apply this knowledge to solve real life engineering problems. I was also able to use the skills that I developed on placement in my university studies such as time management, adaptability and teamwork.\ \ Engaging in School’s extracurricular activities? \ I was involved in a number of extracurricular activities throughout my time at Queen’s and would recommend getting involved in some type of extracurricular activity.\ \ I got involved in the Peer Mentoring Scheme where I was a Lead Mentor. The scheme itself is ran by students and is aimed at helping students from first year right up to final year. It’s a great way to meet and get to know other people on the course over a cup of tea and some biscuits. It also provides the opportunity to get help or ask questions that you might feel more comfortable asking another student as we’ve all been through it ourselves. \ \ I was part of the IET On Campus group where I was Chairperson. This was a Engineering society which organised a variety of events such as industrial tours, workshops and social networking activities.\ \ Additionally, I was a Class Representative for the MEng EEE course. This involved representing the class at SSCC (Staff Student Consultative Committee) meeting which give me the opportunity to provide feedback to University Staff as well as raise any issues. It was a great forum to discuss the course itself and help make improvements for future students.\ \ I was also involved in various EEECS and outreach events representing the university and school on many occasions including Open Days, Fairs and Talks just to name a few.\ \ One piece of advice to potential EEECS applicants\ My advice would be to do your research on courses available, go to open days, see the facilities, talk to lectures and students, and don’t be afraid to ask questions - it’s your future! \ \ Going forward\ Going forward I hope to get a graduate job with NIE Networks. Through studying EEE at Queen’s I really enjoyed the power modules and I know that I want to work in the electrical power sector of engineering. Having worked with NIE Networks on various placements throughout my time at QUB I have gained a better understanding of the various parts of the business and, meet some wonderful people and so I would love to work in the company full time.\ \ If you had a time machine, and could go back to your first day at Queen’s, what would you do differently? (If anything!)\ If I had a time machine and could go back to my first day at Queen’s I don’t think that I would actually do anything differently or change anything. I would just go back and enjoy reliving the whole university experience again. It goes by far too quickly, so just make the most of it!\ \ Margaret Taggart (Electrical and Electronic Engineering)

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