Electronic and Electrical Engineering BEng
London, Bloomsbury
This is the programme information for 2026 entry
The Electronic and Electrical Engineering BEng at UCL combines electronic and electrical engineering with mathematics, physics, and computer science to explore technologies shaping modern life — from global data networks to driverless cars and renewable energy. With a focus on hands-on learning, you'll graduate prepared for impactful careers within electronic and electrical engineering and beyond.
Study mode
Duration
UK tuition fees (2025/26)
Overseas tuition fees (2025/26)
Programme starts
September 2026Application deadline
14 Jan 2026UCAS course code
Entry requirements
- Grades
- A*AA
- Subjects
- A* in Mathematics required, plus either Physics or Further Mathematics preferred as the second subject. Where students have Further Mathematics but not Physics then it is preferable to have Biology, Chemistry, Design and Technology, or Electronics as the third subject.
- GCSEs
- English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 4.
Contextual offer information
- Grades
- AAB more about contextual offers
- Subjects
- Grade A in Mathematics required, plus either Physics or Further Mathematics preferred as the second subject. Where students have Further Mathematics but not Physics, then it is preferable to have Biology, Chemistry, Design and Technology or Electronics preferred as third subject.
- GCSEs
- English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 4.
- Points
- 39
- Subjects
- A total of 19 points in three higher level subjects including grade 7 in Mathematics and preferably Physics, with no higher level score below 5. The programme will accept either 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level. 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' is preferred.
Contextual offer
- Points
- 36 more about contextual offers
- Subjects
- A total of 17 points in three higher level subjects including grade 6 in Mathematics and preferably Physics, with no higher level score below 5. The programme will accept either 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level. 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' is preferred.
UK applicants qualifications
For entry requirements with other UK qualifications accepted by UCL, choose your qualification from the list below:
Equivalent qualification
Not acceptable for entrance to this programme.
Not acceptable for entrance to this programme.
D2,D3,D3 in three Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects, including Mathematics plus either Physics or Further Mathematics preferred.
A1AA at Advanced Highers (or AA at Advanced Higher and AAA at Higher). Mathematics required, plus Physics preferred at Advanced Higher
Not acceptable for entrance to this programme.
Not acceptable for entrance to this programme.
International applications
Country-specific information, including details of when UCL representatives are visiting your part of the world, can be obtained from the International Students website.
Resits
This programme does not accept resits. A resit is a second or subsequent attempt to improve a qualification outcome, for which you already hold an award. For further information on what UCL considers a resit, please see UCAS explained.
If you do not meet the entry requirements for direct entry to this undergraduate programme, you may be eligible to apply for the Engineering Foundation Year at UCL. Designed for individuals from non-traditional educational backgrounds who do not meet standard entry requirements for UCL's undergraduate engineering degrees, this pre-degree programme helps you develop confidence, academic and study skills, and subject specific knowledge. On successful completion of the Engineering Foundation Year, you can gain access to a selection of the engineering undergraduate degree programmes at UCL. Find out more about the Engineering Foundation Year.
Additional tests
ESAT Admissions Test
For the 2026 cycle, alongside the UCAS application, UCL will require all applicants to sit the ESAT (The Engineering and Science Admissions Test) run by University Admissions Tests UK. Applicants will be required to take Maths 1 and any two out of Physics, Maths 2, Chemistry and Biology paper from ESAT.
There will be an entry fee for the test. You can find more information about the test, fees and bursaries available for the UK students in financial need on the University Admissions Tests UK website.
Access and widening participation
UCL is committed to widening access to higher education. If you are eligible for Access UCL you do not need to do anything in addition to the standard UCAS application. Your application will be automatically flagged when we receive it.Undergraduate Preparatory Certificates
The Undergraduate Preparatory Certificates (UPC) prepare international students for a UCL undergraduate degree who don’t have the qualifications to enter directly. These intensive one-year foundation courses are taught on our central London campus.
Typical UPC students will be high achievers in a 12-year school system which does not meet the standard required for direct entry to UCL.
For more information see: ucl.ac.uk/upc.
English language requirements
The English language level for this programme is: Level 2
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Information about the evidence required, acceptable qualifications and test providers can be found on our English language requirements page.
A variety of English language programmes are offered at the UCL Centre for Languages & International Education.
Course overview
This degree equips you with the skills and knowledge to develop technologies that address 21st-century challenges, from sustainable energy systems and robotics to quantum computing and healthcare innovation. You will gain a solid foundation in electronic and electrical engineering through hands-on learning and real-world problem-solving.
Year 1 and Year 2 focus on core engineering fundamentals while offering flexibility to transfer to an MEng pathway (subject to performance and visa requirements). Practical experience is embedded throughout, including multidisciplinary engineering challenges, week-long design scenarios, and your final-year individual project. This project may involve original research or creating new software, systems, or devices.
As part of UCL’s Integrated Engineering Programme (IEP), this degree combines specialist education with interdisciplinary teamwork. You will collaborate with other UCL Engineering students in interdisciplinary teams, to tackle complex engineering problems. You'll broaden your expertise through an IEP Minor — three related modules across Years 2 and 3 — in areas like Data Science, Entrepreneurship, Robotics, or Environmental Engineering.
You will graduate with the creativity, practical experience, and leadership skills needed to excel in industries shaping the technologies of the future.
What this course will give you
This degree programme offers a range of opportunities and benefits:
- Build expertise in problem-solving, engineering design, and teamwork, preparing you for careers in technology, finance, and consultancy.
- Access modern teaching labs equipped with advanced software and instruments to enhance your practical learning.
- Learn from academics leading world-class research, applying cutting-edge knowledge to your studies and projects.
- As part of UCL’s Integrated Engineering Programme (IEP), you'll collaborate across UCL Faculty of Engineering Sciences disciplines to solve real-world engineering challenges.
- Get a degree from a top-ranked university. UCL is consistently ranked among the best universities globally (ranked 9th in the latest QS World University Rankings, 2025), providing you with a prestigious qualification that is highly regarded by employers worldwide.
- Study in the world's best city for university students (QS Best Student Cities, 2025). UCL’s Bloomsbury campus is in the heart of a London district famous for its cultural and educational institutions.
Teaching and learning
In each year of your degree you will take a number of individual modules, normally valued at 15 or 30 credits, adding up to a total of 120 credits for the year. Modules are assessed in the academic year in which they are taken. The balance of compulsory and optional modules varies from programme to programme and year to year. A 30-credit module is considered equivalent to 15 credits in the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).
Upon successful completion of 360 credits, you will be awarded a BEng (Hons) in Electronic and Electrical Engineering.
Modules
Please note that the list of modules given here is indicative. This information is published a long time in advance of enrolment and module content and availability is subject to change. Modules that are in use for the current academic year are linked for further information. Where no link is present, further information is not yet available.
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In Year 1 and Year 2 of the BEng most modules are compulsory as they cover the 'core' material that every Electronic and Electrical Engineer needs to be familiar with. In Year 3 there is more flexibility, with a wide choice of optional modules offered to suit different interests. See below for further information.
In addition to the modules shown, during Year 2 and Year 3 you will also take an IEP 'minor' (one module in Year 2 and two modules in Year 3) on a specific engineering topic. Minors are offered by most departments in the UCL Faculty of Engineering Sciences and allow you to experience another branch of engineering as part of your Electronic & Electrical Engineering degree.
Compulsory modules
Optional modules
Your learning
Teaching on this programme blends traditional with highly innovative methods. You will attend lectures, seminars and laboratory classes, as well as hands-on workshops and e-learning sessions.
We were among the first universities in the UK to introduce a scenario-based learning approach. This enables you to put your learning into practice.
In Years 1 and 2 you will attend tutorials to support your learning, whilst in Year 3 you will have project supervision sessions with an academic member of staff.
You can expect approximately 18 to 21 contact hours in a typical week across all activities (including lectures, labs, tutorials and workshops).
In addition, you should spend a similar amount of time on independent study, such as reviewing materials, completing coursework, and preparing for assessments.
Please note the total number of weekly hours will vary according to term and year of study, and the student's individual module selection.
Assessment
You will be assessed through a range of methods. Most modules will have a written examination in the summer term of each year. In many cases, a proportion of the total mark is allocated for laboratory and coursework
Accessibility
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Watch this video to find out more about Electronic & Electrical Engineering at UCL, including entry requirements, course structure and other helpful information. Recorded Spring 2024.
The foundation of your career
Our graduates excel in roles that require analytical thinking, technical expertise, and innovative problem-solving. Employers value their ability to design and implement engineering solutions to complex real-world challenges, while their experience collaborating on projects ensures they are effective team players.
This strong foundation opens opportunities for careers globally and across rapidly evolving, technology-driven sectors such as electronics, IT, and finance. Graduates have gone on to work for companies including Google, Cisco and Vodafone (Graduate Outcomes survey data, 2017-2021).
Some of our graduates have gone on to launch their own businesses in hardware or software design, while others have continued to Master’s or PhD qualifications.
*Data taken from the Graduate Outcomes survey carried out by HESA, looking at the destinations of UK, EU, and overseas graduates from 2017-2021.
Employability
As a graduate of this BEng, you will have developed highly transferable skills such as advanced mathematics, problem-solving, engineering design, and computer simulation, enhanced through hands-on projects and teamwork. These attributes are valued across industries including electronics, IT, energy, telecommunications, robotics, management and finance.
Accreditation
Our BEng programme is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng). Full satisfaction of the Engineering Council academic requirement for such professional registration would require 1 year of further accredited study at MSc level.
Note in order to meet the Engineering Council requirements for an accredited degree (which apply to all programmes professionally accredited by the Engineering Council, across all universities), students on this programme must pass all modules, with some possible specific exceptions for a limited number of optional modules. If a student fails a module (two attempts are permitted) they may be eligible to transfer to a related non-accredited degree.
Fees and funding
Fees for this course
| Fee description | Full-time |
|---|---|
| Tuition fees (2025/26) | £9,535 |
| Tuition fees (2025/26) | £39,800 |
Fees are for Undergraduate 2025/26 entry and are for the first year only. Fees for subsequent years may be subject to increase: Student Terms and Conditions. UK fees are in line with the Government announcement on fee cap increases and are subject to the passing of secondary legislation. Overseas fees shown are the fees that will be charged to 2025/26 entrants for each year of study on the programme, unless otherwise indicated below.
Foundation Year fees for UK students are £6,000.
Full details of UCL's tuition fees, tuition fee policy and potential increases to fees can be found on the UCL Students website.
Additional costs
There are no additional costs.
For in-person teaching, UCL’s main teaching locations are in zones 1 (Bloomsbury) and zones 2/3 (UCL East). The cost of a monthly 18+ Oyster travel card for zones 1-2 is £114.50. This price was published by TfL in 2024. For more information on additional costs for prospective students and the cost of living in London, please view our estimated cost of essential expenditure at UCL's cost of living guide. If you are concerned by potential additional costs for books, equipment, etc., please get in touch with the relevant departmental contact (details given on this page).
Funding your studies
Various funding options are available, including student loans, scholarships and bursaries. UK students whose household income falls below a certain level may also be eligible for a non-repayable bursary or for certain scholarships. Please see the Fees and funding pages for more details.
Scholarships
The Scholarships and Funding website lists scholarships and funding schemes available to UCL students. These may be open to all students, or restricted to specific nationalities, regions or academic department.
Next steps
Your application
This programme is ideal for you if you have a strong interest in electronic and electrical engineering and a passion for the role of technology in shaping the future.
In addition to their academic grades, applicants should demonstrate a strong interest in electronic & electrical engineering and a high motivation to study it, and work in this field in the future.
There is no specific skill or previous activity that we look for in an application, but examples given could include relevant hobbies, relevant out-of-school projects, relevant summer schools/workshops attended, or relevant work placements.
How to apply
Application for admission should be made through UCAS (the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). Applicants currently at school or college will be provided with advice on the process; however, applicants who have left school or who are based outside the United Kingdom may obtain information directly from UCAS.
Selection
For further information on UCL's selection process see: How we assess your application.
If you receive an offer of a place, we will invite you to attend an offer holder open day at the Department to find out about what we offer in more detail. These events may either be in person, or online. You will have the opportunity to meet academic staff and current students; and if the event is in person, to tour the department and campus. Parents and guardians are welcome to attend for all or part of the event if they wish.
We base all our decisions on your academic profile and the information you and your referee supply through UCAS. We do not hold further interviews.
If UCL Admissions require any additional documents to process your application, they will contact you by email and ask you to upload them securely to Portico (UCL’s applicant portal).
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