​Stage 1

• Study the basic electrical and electronic principles and methods for system integration
• 'Learn by doing' in well-equipped laboratories and develop system diagnostic skills using state-of-the-art instrumentation
• Topics include electrical principles, digital and analogue electronics, mathematics and embedded device programming
• This course will provide a lot of 'hands on' opportunity with laboratory based project work to increase your confidence in using electronic instrumentation for circuit testing and evaluation.
• The use of industrial standard software for circuit simulation will consolidate your hardware and software skills

Stage 2

• Develop a greater understanding of sub-system integration and the interface components required
• Integrate your software and hardware knowledge to customise a microprocessor controlled application
• Use industrial standard software platforms for system control and monitoring
• There is an emphasis on team working and you will have opportunity to do both group and individual presentations of your projects to improve your communication skills. These are good preparation for your final year individual project or for a placement year

Work placement year (optional)

• Enhance your studies with relevant experience and an excellent opportunity to seek final year sponsorship
• Many of our graduates are offered permanent jobs with their placement company
• We can help you find industrial placement opportunities in the UK, France, Germany and Japan
• Your work placement experience gives opportunities to put theory into practice. This means you are well prepared for your final year of academic study and your specialist, individual project which you will showcase on our nationally acclaimed project open day 

Stage 4

• Consolidate your knowledge, explore and evaluate the latest developments in electrical and electronic systems
• An individual project will showcase all your abilities for potential employers
• Relate your technical knowledge to the business environment and understand management issues in the industrial context
• You will demonstrate your communication skills in the oral and written presentation of your project. Your final year will refine the independent learning skills vital for your continuing professional development in your chosen career path