Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Electrical and electronic engineering underpins virtually every aspect of modern life. From the generation and distribution of electricity to the design of microprocessors, communication systems, sensors, and renewable energy technology, electrical and electronic engineers create the infrastructure and devices that contemporary societies depend upon. The discipline combines fundamental physics and mathematics with practical engineering design, equipping graduates to work at the frontier of technological innovation.
At Sheffield Hallam this programme is available part-time and includes a foundation year, giving you a supported entry route into engineering study alongside the time to build the underpinning knowledge and skills required. You will study the theory and application of electrical circuits, digital systems, signal processing, control engineering, power systems, and electronic devices. The programme is consistently connected to professional practice, and a sandwich year provides substantial hands-on experience in industry before you complete your degree.
Work placement opportunities are also integrated, ensuring that you develop both technical competence and professional readiness. Sheffield Hallam has a strong reputation for applied engineering education, with close ties to industry that shape the curriculum and open doors for students.
Graduates from electrical and electronic engineering go on to careers across a remarkable breadth of sectors. Power generation, renewable energy, telecommunications, automotive engineering, aerospace, defence, medical devices, consumer electronics, and smart infrastructure are among the many areas where your skills will be in demand. Many graduates work in design, development, testing, and project management roles, while others move into consultancy, technical sales, or leadership positions as they gain experience.
Professional registration as a Chartered Engineer or Incorporated Engineer through the IET is a natural ambition for many graduates. Postgraduate study in specialisations such as power systems, signal processing, or embedded systems is another route available to you.