Overview

This degree provides a strong grounding in electrical engineering fundamentals while allowing you to specialise in power systems, electrical supply and transmission, renewable-energy generation, and the operation and control of motors and generators.You will develop analytical, design and problem-solving skills through a mixture of lectures, tutorials and hands-on laboratory activity. All teaching is delivered face-to-face, with access to specialist facilities including our dedicated Power Systems Laboratory.

Throughout the course you will apply theory to real engineering challenges, supported by staff with expertise in machines, power systems and sustainable-energy technologies. Optional industry visits and guest speakers from the sector help prepare you for a rewarding career in the rapidly evolving electrical-energy landscape.

Careers

Electrical engineering graduates are in high demand across the energy and technology sectors. This degree prepares you for roles such as:

Offshore/Onshore Renewable Energy Engineer
Electrical Design Engineer
Building Services Electrical Engineer
Power Plant Engineer
Transmission Network Engineer
Machine Control Engineer
Electrical Manufacturing & Systems Engineer

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Electrical Supply
Transmissions and Networks
Power Systems
Electronic Drives and Circuits

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

56

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering View 289 other Bachelors in Electrical Engineering in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

56

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IELTS

6

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General requirements

Entry requirements indicate both Standard and Minimum qualifications with which we normally accept students. Competition for places varies from year to year and you aren't guaranteed a place if you meet the minimum qualifications.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20310 GBP / year

≈ 20310 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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