Master in Electrical and Electronic Engineering MEng

At Aston University, tuition is 25,500 GBP per year.

Gain hands-on experience in our recently refurbished £1.3 million electronics labs while preparing for a career that shapes the technological fabric of society. The Electrical and Electronic Engineering MEng at Aston University is designed for students who are not just curious about how systems work, but are driven to innovate across renewable energy, autonomous robotics, and the internet of things. By choosing this integrated master's, you gain a competitive edge through a curriculum that balances rigorous technical theory with commercial awareness and industry-standard design tools like Solidworks and Adobe Creative Cloud.

A defining feature of this programme is the mandatory 12-month industrial placement. This year-long immersion allows you to apply your expertise in real-world environments—past students have secured positions with industry leaders such as Red Bull Racing, Network Rail, and Virgin Media. Throughout your journey, you will be supported by a vibrant community, including access to the Electrical and Electronic Engineering Society and opportunities to participate in hackathons and autonomous robotics competitions like Micromouse.

Professional Accreditation and Industry Integration

This programme is fully accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), ensuring your studies meet the high standards required for professional status. Beyond the classroom, we integrate “Aston Power Skills”—covering AI, digital literacy, innovation, and sustainability—directly into your degree to ensure you graduate as a versatile leader capable of making responsible, strategic decisions in multidisciplinary engineering environments.

Aston University in Birmingham is a career-focused public research university with a central campus and a long tradition of linking education to industry. Founded from technical roots in 1895, Aston combines academic study with practical experience and is known for strong employability outcomes. The urban campus places students close to business, cultural and transport hubs, and a multicultural student community contributes to a friendly, supportive atmosphere.

Aston emphasises applied learning, professional placements and partnerships with employers, so many programmes integrate a placement year or live industry projects. Facilities include modern lecture spaces, specialised labs and student services that support academic success and wellbeing. Small-group teaching and strong student support ensure international students have access to language help, academic workshops and career guidance tailored to the UK labour market.

Student life blends campus convenience with Birmingham’s vibrant cultural scene, offering clubs, societies and volunteer opportunities to build networks and practical skills. The university’s careers team helps with CVs, internships and graduate recruitment, while accommodation and welfare services ease the transition to study in the UK. Applicants should explore course accreditation, placement options and scholarship possibilities early, and connect with Aston’s international advisers to plan applications and arrival logistics.