Electronic Engineering

Electronic engineering is the discipline responsible for the design and development of the electronic systems and devices that underpin modern technology. From the semiconductors at the heart of computing and smartphones to the communications systems that carry data across the globe, the medical devices that diagnose and treat disease, and the power electronics that drive electric vehicles and renewable energy systems, electronic engineering is present in almost every dimension of modern life. It is both a technical and a creative discipline, combining mathematical rigour with the practical challenge of designing systems that work reliably in the real world.

At the University of Southampton, this full-time, three-year degree develops the knowledge and skills needed for a career as an incorporated electronic engineer. You will engage with the theory and practice of electronic circuits, signals and systems, electromagnetics, and digital electronics, building both the analytical foundations and the practical design skills that professional electronic engineering demands. Southampton is one of the leading universities in the UK for electronics and engineering, with strong research connections that enrich the teaching and give students access to the latest developments in the field.

You will learn to solve problems by designing, building, and testing new electronic systems, developing the engineering judgement that comes from working with real hardware and real constraints. The typical entry tariff is 184 UCAS points.

Electronic engineering graduates are sought across technology companies, the defence and aerospace sectors, the automotive and transport industry, healthcare technology, consumer electronics, telecommunications, energy, and manufacturing. Roles span circuit design, systems engineering, embedded systems development, project management, and research. Many graduates go on to pursue chartership with relevant professional bodies.

Postgraduate study in electronic engineering, photonics, communications, or power electronics is available for those who wish to specialise or pursue research.