Bachelor in Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng

Tuition fees are 23,200 GBP per year.

Graduates from this programme are highly sought after by industry leaders, securing roles as Electronic and Electrical Engineers, Verification Engineers, Software Engineers, and Embedded Systems Specialists at prestigious organisations like Rolls Royce, the Royal Air Force, and DSTL. By bridging the gap between theoretical physics and real-world application, you will be prepared to lead complex engineering projects and drive technological innovation.

This course is designed for curious, challenge-oriented individuals who are eager to transform ideas into tangible technological solutions. Beyond core technical expertise, you will develop the commercial awareness, leadership, and teamwork capabilities essential for professional engineering practice.

Distinctive Engineering Environment

• Hands-on Innovation: Over half your study hours are dedicated to workshops and practical sessions, utilising a £1.3 million refurbished electronics laboratory suite.
• Industry-Aligned Facilities: Gain experience with industry-standard design tools, including Solidworks and specialised ECAD software, supported by access to the Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies.
• Professional Integration: Benefit from an optional placement year with partners such as Red Bull Racing and Virgin Media, alongside free IET membership to support your career trajectory.
• Collaborative Culture: Engage in extracurricular excellence through the Electrical and Electronic Engineering Society, competitive hackathons, and autonomous robotics projects like the Micromouse competition.

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.