# Our research

**Source**: https://www.eee.manchester.ac.uk/research/
**Parent**: https://www.eee.manchester.ac.uk/

We're one of the largest electrical and electronic engineering Departments in the UK, and we're renowned for our theoretical and applied research.

> We were ranked third in the UK in terms of research impact in the most recent Research Excellence Framework.

Working closely with users of our technology enables us to address the challenges faced by manufacturing, utility, health and non-profit organisations, as well as government policymakers. As a result our research base continues to grow, develop and adapt to better serve industry and wider society.

[## Themes

Our research is grouped into five themes, each allowing us to solve specific, important challenges.](https://www.eee.manchester.ac.uk/research/themes/)
[## Areas of expertise

Discover more about the different areas in which our researchers specialise.](https://www.eee.manchester.ac.uk/research/expertise/)

[## Facilities

We have excellent teaching facilities with modern lecture theatres and dedicated computer suites.](https://www.eee.manchester.ac.uk/research/facilities/)

[## Impact

Our research makes a real impact - from protecting power networks to reducing manufacturing costs.](https://www.eee.manchester.ac.uk/research/impact/)
[## Centres and institutes

We have a presence in various research centres and institutes, aiding research and facilitating discovery.](https://www.eee.manchester.ac.uk/research/centres-and-institutes/)

[## Start your PhD journey

Browse projects built on your research passion, find a supervisor that shares your vision and discover how your PhD could be fully funded.](https://www.se.manchester.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/)

[## Research projects

Search our projects database for studentships and postgraduate research opportunities.

Read more](https://www.eee.manchester.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/projects/)
[## Project funding

Discover the funding available for your own postgraduate research programme.

Read more](https://www.eee.manchester.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/funding/)