Overview

The Electronic Engineering with a Foundation Year (Hons) degree programme offered by the University of York is very flexible, and offer you the opportunity to either become a specialist or generalist. You can choose your own route through your degree. You'll be fully supported at all times by staff who are enthusiastic about their subjects and willing to help you.

Careers and skills

The growth of the electronics industry means demand for new engineers is always high. Our students enter a wide range of jobs, not just in electronic engineering, but in a variety of related fields such as software programming and hardware development

For those wishing to take different career paths, the transferable skills you'll develop are highly valuable. Mathematics, programming, team working and technical management are sought after in a huge range of sectors, from media to financial services. Recent employers have included Jaguar Land Rover, IBM, Qinetiq, ARM, BBC, BT and Network Rail. Find out more about our graduate destinations and graduate profiles.

Career opportunities

Avionic systems engineering

Design engineering

Digital consultancy

Software and systems engineering

Cyber security

Telecommunications design

Broadcast engineering

Automotive safety

Visual effects

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mathematics, Signals and Systems

Electronic Engineering Project

Circuit Design

Control, Sensors and Instrumentation

Software Design

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-13 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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79

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4.5

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PTE Academic

55

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

York, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering Electronics & Embedded Technology View 283 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

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

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79

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4.5

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PTE Academic

55

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

A levels

BBB excluding Maths.

If you already have, or are currently studying A level Maths you should apply for one of our degree programmes without a foundation year.

Access to Higher Education Diploma

21 credits at Distinction and 24 credits at Merit or higher

BTEC National Extended Diploma

DDM in any subject

International Baccalaureate

31 points. If you are studying Mathematics - Applications and Interpretation at Higher Level or Mathematics - Analysis and Approaches at Standard Level or Higher Level, please apply for one of our degree courses without a foundation year.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

32350 GBP / year

≈ 32350 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Living costs

York

United Kingdom

646 - 1124 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

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Language

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Credits

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Disciplines

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