The BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year at the University of Derby is your pathway into a dynamic field that powers our modern world. If you have a passion for how electricity works and how it can be harnessed to process information and deliver energy, this degree is designed for you. You will explore the fundamental principles of electrical engineering, focusing on energy systems, alongside electronic engineering, which deals with information processing and communication. This program is ideal if you are looking to build a strong technical foundation before embarking on specialised studies in this essential discipline.
This full-time, on-campus degree is studied over four years, including a preparatory foundation year to ensure you have the necessary mathematical and scientific grounding. Throughout your studies, you will engage with core modules in engineering principles, mathematics, and design, alongside specialist areas such as control systems, electronic communication, and power electronics. You will benefit from practical experience in engineering workshops and specialist laboratories, culminating in a significant individual project. Graduates are well-prepared for diverse careers in areas like power generation, telecommunications, and embedded systems design.