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Key features
- Gain hands-on experience in signal processing and embedded systems programming.
- Benefit from the industrial collaboration with British Telecommunications plc (BT) and Bombardier Transportation. Strong collaboration with BT's Goonhilly Satellite Earth Station.
- Students in engineering, science and the arts have access to a range of specialist equipment and innovative laboratories in our
new engineering and design facility. - Progress in a school that has gained national and international recognition for its research in satellite communications, data storage, and digital signal processing (Research Assessment Exercise RAE 2008).
- Develop research skills in leading edge technology. and advance with the support of our
Centre for Cyber Security, Communications and Network Research (CSCAN) . - Develop your knowledge in our Digital Signal Processing [DSP] laboratory, a new networks laboratory funded in part by CISCO, a separate postgraduate study room with full internet and specialist software, and a dedicated communications laboratory.
- Draw on the expertise of our lecturers who are nationally and internationally recognised leading researchers.
- Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Candidates must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree to comply with full CEng registration requirements.
- Postgraduate scholarships for international students: you can apply for a postgraduate scholarship from the UK government to cover things like course fees and the cost of living when you study in the UK. For more information, details on how to apply and confirmed closing dates for applications, please visit Gov.uk.
Course details
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Programme overview
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The MSc Electrical and Electronic Engineering will appeal to you if you are a design engineer. The programme provides an in-depth knowledge of specialist areas in electrical and electronic engineering underpinned by the theory and practice of modern electronics and renewable energy systems, together with the associated signal processing and embedded programming techniques. The modules have been selected to give you an even balance of essential modern areas of electrical and electronic engineering. The communications content will give you a broad grounding in communication theory and systems while the signal processing content is generally biased toward applications in communications engineering. From our experience of intensive courses, and our work with partner companies, this programme meets the current needs of electrical and electronics industry. The programme is taught in autumn and spring blocks and includes a project.
Core modules
ELEC512
Nanotechnology and Nanoelectronics 20 creditsThis module is designed to provide interdisciplinary training in all aspects of the emerging Nanotechnology field. It introduces techniques for developing nano-scale devices and sensor technology as well as the nano-fabrication techniques required to construct them.
70% Examinations
30% Coursework
PROJ518
MSc Dissertation and Research Skills 60 creditsYou will develop a methodical approach to research that helps propose research projects that are practically realistic and academically worthwhile. A substantial project will be planned and carried out using ethically suitable quantitative and qualitative research methods. The project will be reported through a high quality, scholarly and professional write-up, either as a formal dissertation or journal paper.
100% Coursework
ELEC519
Advanced Power SystemsThis module provides the skills required to analyse and design low voltage AC power systems. It encompasses the following areas: power generation, load charts, transformers, synchronous / asynchronous machines, cables, protection, and symmetric components. It also demonstrates simulation approaches to design and evaluate different electrical power systems using state of the art modelling tools.
ELEC521
Renewable Energy Integrated SystemsThis module focuses on the performance analysis and system design of renewable energy systems as distributed power generation for grid integration. The module will emphasize solar energy technologies and small-scale wind turbines along with their integration into the AC low voltage grids.
ROCO509
Intelligent Sensors and Actuators in Engineering SystemsThe module covers a range of classical and smart sensors and actuators, which can be applied in interactive and automated system, with emphasis on several key sensors and actuators. It also introduces the micro sensors/actuators devices as well as the automated recycling concept. Besides, this module provides a strong hands-on through inertial measurement unit (IMU) lab practice.
ROCO510Z
Computer Vision and Deep LearningThis module will provide an advanced knowledge of computer vision systems for autonomous robots. It will be underpinned by current theoretical understanding of animal vision systems, feature detection/recognition, and stereo vision/calibration. This module will also introduce the use of deep-learning neural networks (deep feedforward, convolutional, and recurrent) in vision systems.
Optional modules
ELEC520
Distributed and Interactive Communications Systems 20 creditsIn this module, students will develop applications involving interconnected hardware devices and software capabilities. Devices include both embedded and networked computers. Capabilities include sensor data acquisition, actuator control, and behaviour generation. The module will cover both theory and practical work, including management of code complexity, and dealing with real-time and reliability issues.
70% Coursework
30% Examinations
NUC5000
Going Nuclear: Nuclear Applications for Science and EngineeringThis module provides essential skills and understanding needed to excel in the nuclear industry, from fundamentals of nuclear fission and fusion to more intricate topics such as reactor functionality, safety, and nuclear waste management.
Every postgraduate taught course has a detailed programme specification document describing the programme aims, the programme structure, the teaching and learning methods, the learning outcomes and the rules of assessment.
The following programme specification represents the latest programme structure and may be subject to change:
Entry requirements
Fees, costs and funding
2024-2025 | 2025-2026 | |
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Home | £10,700 | £11,350 |
International | £19,800 | £20,400 |
Part time (Home) | £590 | £630 |
Find out more about your eligibility for a postgraduate loan
Scholarships for international students
Tuition fee discount for University of Plymouth graduates
- 10% or 20% discount on tuition fees for home students
- For 2024/2025 entry, a 20% discount on tuition fees for international students (International alumni who have applied to the University through an agent are not eligible to receive the discount)
How to apply
When to apply
Before you apply
- evidence of qualifications (degree certificates or transcripts), with translations if not in English, to show that you meet, or expect to meet the entry requirements
- evidence of English language proficiency, if English is not your first language
- a personal statement of approximately 250-400 words about the reasons for your interest in the course and outlining the nature of previous and current related experience. You can write this into the online application form, or include it as a separate document
- your curriculum vitae or résumé, including details of relevant professional/voluntary experience, professional registration/s and visa status for overseas workers
- proof of sponsorship, if applicable.
Disability Inclusion Services
International students
Submitting an application
What happens after I apply?
Telephone: +44 1752 585858
Email: admissions@plymouth.ac.uk
Admissions policy
Progression routes
International progression routes
Babbage Building: where engineering meets design
"The building provides a state-of-the-art setting to inspire the engineers and designers of tomorrow, making it the ultimate place to bring together students, academics and industry in an environment that not only benefits them but also society as a whole." – Professor Deborah Greaves OBE


Facilities available for electrical and electronic engineering
Resources available to you include a DSP laboratory allowing hands on experience, a new networks laboratory funded in part by CISCO, a separate postgraduate study room with full internet and specialist software, and a dedicated communications laboratory.
Studying electrical and electronic engineering
The progress made in telecommunications and information technology allows you to benefit from greater access to entertainment, health, and commerce.


“The best thing about the course was that it systematically covered all corners, a benefit for those whose background is not relevant and offered the latest technology to support the course.”

“University of Plymouth has a high ranking for electrical engineering and also offered the area of expertise that I was interested in, mobile communication. Now I am responsible for setting up an entire mobile phone network in Vietnam.”

“The best thing so far about my masters course at Plymouth is the fact that we are a very small group which means our tutors are very close to all of us. The course work is very interesting.”
Women in electronics and robotics
Within the School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics there has been a historic and consistent commitment to promote and encourage women in to electronics and robotics.


Athena Swan Silver
The School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics was awarded an Athena Swan Silver award in September 2024 which demonstrates our ongoing commitment to advancing gender equality and success for all.

This programme offers excellent career prospects.

The Nanotechnology and Electronics research group has extensive facilities for the design, fabrication and characterisation of graphene (and 2D related materials) devices and sensors (including bio-sensors), high-speed electronics, solar cells and more.

This programme is closely linked with research activities within the Centre for Research in Information Storage Technology (CRIST), Communications Signal Processing and Multimedia Communications Network Research Group.
People
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Dr Tamer Kamel
Lecturer in Power Electronics and Renewable Energy
Programme Manager
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Dr Adrian Ambroze
Associate Professor of Digital Communications Engineering
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Dr Shakil Awan
Associate Professor in Electronics and Nanotechnology
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Dr Paul Davey
Associate Professor in Electronics and Embedded Systems
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Dr David Jenkins
Associate Professor of Nanomaterials and Devices
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Professor Genhua Pan
Professor of Nanomaterials and Devices
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Dr Toby Whitley
Associate Head of School (Engagement)