BEng Electrical Engineering (University of Aberdeen)
Associate Degree: BEng Engineering (Electrical & Electronic) (incorporating HND Electrical Engineering)
Electrical and Electronic Engineering is at the core of the modern world, from computers to digital circuits, photonics and a wealth of electronic devices. Our society relies on Electrical Engineers for everything from low-power electrical machines, and control systems, to high-voltage electrical power generation and distribution systems.
Topics focus on a wide range of core skills and engineering skills in electrical and electronic engineering. This is the first step towards a dynamic and rewarding career in electrical engineering.
Students will spend their first two years at Forth Valley College’s state-of-the-art Falkirk Campus completing a HND in Electrical Engineering. Students will then progress to the University of Aberdeen for years three and four, with all students being guaranteed free accommodation.
The University’s teaching is delivered by world renowned experts and supported by their excellent workshop and laboratories dedicated to satellite communications, robotics, lasers and computer-aided design, as well as many others.
Their Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) programmes are accredited as fully meeting the educational requirements for Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and partially meeting the educational requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng).
*Subject to approval
Content
Year One and Two
- Transformers
- Power Systems
- Electrical Motor Drive
- Electrical Machine Principles
- Power Electronics
- Transmission Lines and Complex Waves
- Digital Electronics
- Mathematics
- Electrical Installation Skills
- Business Awareness and Continuing Professional Development
- Programmable Logical Controllers
- Analogue Electronics
- Electrical Standby Systems
- Utilisation of Electrical Energy in Buildings
- Engineering Maths
Year 3
Students transfer into the third year of the degree at University of Aberdeen and the subjects studied include:
- Energy Systems
- Analogue Electronics
- Electromagnetics
- Physical Electronics
- Communications
A quarter of the year is spent working on a large team-based project, incorporating Digital and Software Design, Mechanics and Management
Year 4
Students work on an individual project and select taught topics from a list that includes:
- Embedded Systems
- Sustainable Energy and Power Systems
- Communications
- Image Processing
- RF Communications
- Analogue Electronics
- Microwave Techniques
Career Paths
- Systems Engineer
- Design Engineer
- Power Engineer
- Test Engineer
- Computer Engineer
- Instrumentation and Control Engineer
- Electrical Engineer
Entry requirements
One of the following:
- Two Highers at grade C or above in Mathematics and a science or technology subject
- Successful completion of a relevant National Qualification at Level 6 or above
- Foundation Apprenticeship in Engineering
- Applicants who do not meet this criteria, but have relevant experience or alternative qualifications, will be considered
Additional Requirements:
- Selection by a two stage interview process
More Info
Further advice for full-time applicants:
• Please ensure you have an online account before starting your application
• If you created your account prior to November 2024, you will need to register a new account
• Before starting the application process, please ensure you already hold or are working towards the relevant entry qualifications required for the course you are applying for
• Ensure you use your own personal email address when creating your online account
• Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email immediately
• If you do not receive an acknowledgement e-mail immediately, please check your SPAM/Junk folder
• Please include as much detail as possible in your personal statement such as: the reason you are applying, future career plans, previous employment, relevant experience, hobbies and interests
• Disclosing support needs in your application will not affect your chances of being offered a place on a course at Forth Valley College
• If your application is successful, you will be invited for interview. For January start courses interviews will be in Nov/Dec and interviews for August start courses will take place between February and May
• If your application is unsuccessful, you will be offered support in finding a suitable alternative course
• Applicants who provide a mobile phone number on their application form will be sent a text reminder prior to the day of interview
• If you are unable to attend an interview or wish to withdraw your application - please email student.applications@forthvalley.ac.uk
Falkirk Campus
Full-Time
23 August 2027
09 June 2028
Level 8