Electronic and Electrical Engineering
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Why study Electronic and Electrical Engineering?
Are you passionate about solving global challenges and shaping the future? As an electronic and electrical engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of technological innovation, designing and developing cutting-edge processes that enhance everyday life and transform society. Imagine working on renewable energy solutions, smart cities or the next generation of communication technologies!
Our electronic and electrical engineering degrees are designed to equip you with essential engineering principles while allowing you to specialise in your chosen field. You’ll benefit from hands-on learning, state-of-the-art facilities and guidance from industry-experienced academic staff.
By studying with us, you’ll not only boost your career prospects but also unlock opportunities for high-earning potential, empowering you to create the future you envision.
What can you do with a degree in Electronic and Electrical Engineering?
A degree in Electronic and Electrical Engineering opens up a world of exciting career opportunities. Graduates can find themselves working in diverse fields such as renewable energy, telecommunications, robotics and aerospace. You could be designing cutting-edge consumer electronics, developing sustainable energy solutions or creating advanced medical devices that save lives.
With the skills and knowledge gained from your degree, you’ll be well-equipped to tackle complex engineering challenges, innovate new technologies, and lead projects that make a significant impact on society. Whether you choose to work in research and development, project management or technical consultancy, a degree in Electronic and Electrical Engineering from the University of Huddersfield will provide you with the foundation to build a successful and fulfilling career.
Studying Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Find out more from our current students.
Why I chose Electrical Engineering at Huddersfield
The University of Huddersfield is a hotbed for Electrical Engineering, attracting students from all over the world.
International Information Day Shaped My Journey
One important moment in my journey to the University of Huddersfield was my participation in the International Information Day. Reflecting on this, I realise how significantly it influenced my path and how it can be a guiding light for prospective students.
Prof Nigel Schofield
Professor in the Department of Engineering
Prof Schofield is a member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology, U.K., and a Chartered Engineer in the U.K.
Prof John Allport
Professor in the Department of Engineering
John is the director of the Energy Integration Laboratory, Associate Group Leader – Energy, Emissions and the Environment Research Group and the Climate Commissioner for Kirklees.
Dr Steve Fenton
Professor in the Department of Engineering
Steve’s research interests include low power systems and sensing, health innovation and remote health / wound monitoring, audio quality measurement and signal processing, broadcast and audio systems.
Research Centres in the Department of Engineering
Centre for Precision Technologies (CPT)
We invent the future of precision measurement. From creating commercial technologies for the aerospace industry to setting international standards, our research solves today's most complex manufacturing problems.
Centre for Efficiency and Performance Engineering
We boost industrial efficiency by preventing costly failures before they happen. Our researchers apply advanced diagnostics and AI to monitor critical equipment, from turbochargers to entire production lines.
Institute of Railway Research
As Queen’s Anniversary Prize winners, our world-class research makes railways safer, more reliable, and cost-effective. We're solving key industry challenges, from HS2 track design to decarbonising the network.
Future Metrology Hub
Making UK manufacturing faster, more accurate, and more cost-effective. We're developing the next generation of in-process measurement technologies to boost productivity, reduce waste, and drive innovation.
Centre for Audio and Psychoacoustic Engineering
From immersive 3D audio to pioneering new music production techniques, our researchers explore the science of how we hear, creating innovative, perceptually-driven solutions for the future of sound.
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