Electrical and Electronic Engineering Undergraduate guide 2017 Imagine... It’s #MeantToBe www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee Welcome to the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering Contents From the latest consumer products through to sophisticated scientific, industrial and healthcare technologies, electrical and electronic engineering continues to transform the way we live. The subject area encompasses an exciting range of topics and develops a variety of skills that are in great demand by employers. Take a look at our department video and imagine yourself here: 3Welcome 4Studying in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering www.nottingham.ac.uk/ugcourses 6 Our courses 20 How will I study? 22 How do I apply? 24 Careers and employability 26 Student experience Welcome Contents Imagine... making a difference to the quality of people’s lives At Nottingham, we offer a balanced portfolio of degrees, introducing advanced subjects within the context of practical engineering. This provides an appreciation of the whole field allowing you to make informed and flexible choices on your degree specialisation and project work. We take pride in providing every student with high quality teaching in a supportive and friendly environment. Students can also choose to study abroad and take industrial placements to complement their studies. I hope that this brochure provides the answers to any questions you have about the opportunities that studying electrical and electronic engineering at Nottingham can provide for you. However, if you have any further questions, or if you would like to visit us on one of our University or department open days, please do not hesitate to contact us. Professor Pat Wheeler Head of Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering 2 Open days Visiting us in person is the best way to get a feel for student life at Nottingham. You can explore our campuses, facilities and accommodation, speak to staff and current students and find out key information about your course. Visit www.nottingham.ac.uk/opendays or call +44 (0)115 951 5559 to book your place. #UoNOpenDay UoNApplicants @UoNApplicants Our extensive laboratories and facilities allow students to get hands-on experience. Find out more about the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering: www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee Visiting us 3 TOP 10 UK university for Electrical and Electronic Engineering.* 98% of our research was judged to be of international quality.** Industrial links Accreditation The department maintains strong links with more than 30 top companies; some companies support student projects and laboratories, others sponsor students and most offer summer or year-out, industry-based placements. Our course structure has the flexibility to allow you to do this during your studies for all of our degree courses, and we have now also introduced an Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Industrial Year course. Some employers recruit preferentially from accredited degrees, and an accredited degree is likely to be recognised by other countries that are signatories to international accords. All our degree courses are accredited by the IET, under licence from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council. Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by the Engineering Council in the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC). An accredited degree will provide you with some or all of the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for eventual registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng). We are members of the UK Electronic Skills Foundation, which offers scholarships and industrial placements for students interested in electronic engineering and is also supported by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). Many companies come to the department to recruit our graduates. We organise our own annual careers fair specifically for electrical and electronic engineering students. We also have an Industrial Advisory Board made up of senior industrialists. This board informs many aspects of our degree content to ensure the quality and content is suitable for industry needs. The department offers all its undergraduate students free membership of the IET, enabling them to benefit from the additional resources of this internationally recognised professional body – including technology updates. Studying in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering Studying in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering Studying in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering 4 * QS World University Rankings 2016. ** 2014 Research Excellence Framework. Find out more about the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering: www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee Find out more about the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering: www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee www.nottingham.ac.uk/enquire www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee We are a Founder Member of the E3 Academy which offers sponsorship from UK-based companies to students interested in electrical energy engineering, and is endorsed by the IET. For more information, visit www.e3academy.org 5 Degree title Our courses IB BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering H603 3 years AAA-ABB 36-32 For more information and a list of the alternative English language requirements we accept, please see www.nottingham.ac.uk/go/alternativerequirements MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering H600 4 years AAA-ABB 36-32 Preparing to study in English BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with a Year Abroad H606 3 years AAA-ABB 36-32 MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with a Year Abroad H605 4 years AAA-ABB 36-32 Students who require extra support to meet the English language requirements for their academic course can attend a professional course at the Centre for English Language Education (CELE) to prepare for their future studies. Students who pass at the required level can progress directly to their academic programme without needing to retake IELTS. Please visit www.nottingham.ac.uk/cele for more information. BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering including an Industrial Year H60A 4 years AAA-ABB 36-32 MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering including an Industrial Year H60C 5 years AAA-ABB 36-32 BEng Electrical Engineering H622 3 years AAA-ABB 36-32 www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee Single honours 6 English language requirements UCAS code Duration A levels MEng Electrical Engineering H601 3 years AAA-ABB 36-32 BEng Electrical Engineering and Renewable Energy Systems HH6F 3 years AAA-ABB 36-32 MEng Electrical Engineering and Renewable Energy Systems HH62 4 years AAA-ABB 36-32 BEng Electronic Engineering H612 3 years AAA-ABB 36-32 MEng Electronic Engineering H610 4 years AAA-ABB 36-32 BEng Electronic and Communications Engineering H690 3 years AAA-ABB 36-32 MEng Electronic and Communications Engineering H640 4 years AAA-ABB 36-32 BEng Electronic and Computer Engineering H613 3 years AAA-ABB 36-32 MEng Electronic and Computer Engineering H611 4 years AAA-ABB 36-32 For more detailed information on course content visit: www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element). “My final-year project has been my favourite part of the course as I have been able to apply all the skills and knowledge from the past three years.” Helena Andreou, fourth-year, MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering For more detailed information on course content visit: www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee www.nottingham.ac.uk/enquire Our courses Our courses 7 Electrical and electronic engineering offers students the opportunity to study from the widest selection of general and specialised topics in the faculty including: electronic design, communications, software engineering, computer modelling, microelectronics, power generation and distribution, electrical machines, signal processing, renewable energy systems and instrumentation. Graduates from this course find careers in ranging from software engineering through to power systems. Inter-campus exchanges available China and Malaysia BEng/MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering (H603/H600) Our courses BEng MEng Year three Year three Year four Core modules: Core modules: Core modules: • Third-Year Project • Control Systems Design • Business Planning for Engineers • Industrial Awareness • Industrial/Research Orientated Project • Fields, Waves and Antennas Optional modules include: Optional modules: • Group Project • RF Microelectronics • Electronic Design Optional modules include: • Solid State Devices • Electronic Design • Photonic Communications Components • VLSI Design • Solid State Devices • Telecommunication Electronics • VLSI Design • Power Networks • Telecommunication Electronics • Electrical Machines • Power Networks • Energy Conversion for Motor and Generator Drives • Electrical Machines • Power Electronic Design • Fields, Waves and Antennas • Digital Communications • Digital Communications • Advanced Electrical Machines • Web-Based Computing • Instrumentation and Measurement Core modules: • Web-Based Computing • Information Systems • Electronic Processing and Communications • Communication Systems • Digital Video Communication Systems • Power and Energy • Electrical Energy Conditioning and Control • Microwave Communications • Embedded Computing • Engineering Analysis • Modelling: Methods and Tools • IT Infrastructure Engineering • Microwave Communications • Computer Engineering • Practical Engineering Design Solutions and Project Development • IT Infrastructure • Engineering Software: Design and Implementation www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee 8 • Advanced Mathematical Techniques in Ordinary Differential Equations for Engineers • Mathematical Techniques in Partial Differential Equations for Engineers www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee • Advanced Power Conversion • Control Systems Design Core modules: For more detailed information on course content visit: • Power Electronics Integration • Power Systems for Aerospace, Marine and Automotive Applications • Mathematics for Engineering Management • Advanced AC Drives • Power Electronic Design Year two • Contemporary Engineering Themes • Bioelectronic and Biophotonic Interfacing • Energy Conversion for Motor and Generator Drives Year one • Applied Electrical and Electronic Engineering Construction Project • HDL for Programmable Logic • Digital Signal Processing for Telecommunications, Multimedia and Instrumentation • Advanced Control System Design • Mobile communications • Optical Communications and Networks • Introduction to Finance • Entrepreneurship and Business • Science, Technology and Business • Introduction to Marketing • New Venture Creation The module choices for years three and four are determined by your chosen degree subject. The modules we offer are inspired by the research interests of our staff. As a result modules may change due to research developments or legislative changes, for example. The above list is an example of typical modules that we offer, not a definitive list. www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee Our courses BEng/MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering 9 Electrical engineering involves the generation, supply, distribution, application and control of electrical energy. It is the driving force of the manufacturing industry –without it, industry and countries would not be able to function. The demand for a sustainable future means that the demand for qualified electrical engineers is high across the world. Inter-campus exchanges available China and Malaysia BEng/MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering (H603/H600) Our courses BEng MEng Year three Year three Year four Core modules: Core modules: Core modules: • Third-Year Project • Power Networks • Business Planning for Engineers • Electrical Machines • Industrial/Research Orientated Project • Control Systems Design Optional modules include: Optional modules: • Advanced AC Drives • Power Networks • Energy Conversion for Motor and Generator Drives • Electrical Machines • Power Electronic Design • Advanced Power Conversion • Energy Conversion for Motor and Generator Drives • Industrial Awareness • Power Electronic Design Optional modules include: • Power Systems for Aerospace, Marine and Automotive Applications • Control Systems Design • Electronic Design • Fields, Waves and Antennas • Solid State Devices • Group Project Year one Year two • Electronic Design • VLSI Design Core modules: Core modules: • Solid State Devices • Telecommunication Electronics • Information Systems • Electronic Processing and Communications • VLSI Design • Power and Energy • Electrical Energy Conditioning and Control • Telecommunication Electronics • Digital Video Communication Systems • Engineering Analysis • Modelling: Methods and Tools • Digital Communications • Embedded Computing • Computer Engineering • Practical Engineering Design Solutions and Project Development • Web-Based Computing • IT Infrastructure • Digital Video Communication Systems • Engineering Software: Design and Implementation • Embedded Computing • Advanced Mathematical Techniques in Ordinary Differential Equations for Engineers • Applied Electrical and Electronic Engineering Construction Project • Contemporary Engineering Themes • Microwave Communications • IT Infrastructure www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee • Computerised Mathematical Methods in Engineering 10 • Power Electronics Integration • Advanced Electrical Machines • Instrumentation and Measurement • RF Microelectronics • HDL for Programmable Logic • Digital Signal Processing for Telecommunications, Multimedia and Instrumentation • Advanced Control System Design • Mobile Communications • Hardware Accelerated Computing • Introduction to Finance • Entrepreneurship and Business • Science, Technology and Business • Introduction to Marketing • New Venture Creation The module choices for years three and four are determined by your chosen degree subject. The modules we offer are inspired by the research interests of our staff. As a result modules may change due to research developments or legislative changes, for example. The above list is an example of typical modules that we offer, not a definitive list. For more detailed information on course content visit: www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee Our courses BEng/MEng Electrical Engineering 11 Concentrating on electrical technology, this degree course provides the knowledge and skills required for future power engineers. Students will study electrical subjects covering power generation and distribution, electrical machines, power electronics and power conversion, and power quality as well as a dedicated stream of modules looking at renewable sources, alternative fuel systems and future energy infrastructures. A major final-year project focuses on developing new technologies for renewable energy systems. China and Malaysia BEng/MEng Electrical Engineering and Renewable Systems (HH6F/HH62) Our courses Year three Year three Year four Core modules: Core modules: Core modules: • Project in Energy Conversion • Power Networks • Business Planning for Engineers • Electrical Machines • Industrial/Research Orientated Project • Control Systems Design Optional modules include: Optional modules: • Energy Conversion for Motor and Generator Drives • Technologies for the Hydrogen Transport Economy • Power Electronic Design • Advanced AC Drives • FACTS and Distributed Generation • Industrial Awareness • Technologies for Wind Generation • Power Networks • Renewable Generation Technologies and Control • Advanced Electrical Machines • Electrical Machines • Energy Conversion for Motor and Generator Drives • FACTS and Distributed Generation • Entrepreneurship and Business • Power Electronic Design Optional modules include: • Control Systems Design • Mathematics for Engineering Management • Electronic Design Year one Year two Core modules: Core modules: • Information Systems • Electronic Processing and Communications • Embedded Computing • Power and Energy • Electrical Energy Conditioning and Control • Microwave Communications • Engineering Analysis • Modelling: Methods and Tools • Computer Engineering • Practical Engineering Design Solutions and Project Development • Applied Electrical and Electronic Engineering Construction Project www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee MEng • Renewable Generation Technologies and Control Inter-campus exchanges available 12 BEng • Contemporary Engineering Themes • Solid State Devices • VLSI Design • Group Project • Introduction to Finance • Science, Technology and Business • Introduction to Marketing • New Venture Creation • Advanced Mathematical Techniques in Ordinary Differential Equations for Engineers • Mathematical Techniques in Partial Differential Equations for Engineers • Computerised Mathematical Methods in Engineering The module choices for years three and four are determined by your chosen degree subject. The modules we offer are inspired by the research interests of our staff. As a result modules may change due to research developments or legislative changes, for example. The above list is an example of typical modules that we offer, not a definitive list. For more detailed information on course content visit: www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee Our courses BEng/MEng Electrical Engineering and Renewable Energy Systems 13 This degree allows the widest possible choice of modules in the fields of electronic design, instrumentation, communications, optical engineering, new electronic devices, microelectronics, very-large-scale integration (VLSI) and engineering software. Final year project work may be within any of these fields. Inter-campus exchanges available China and Malaysia BEng/MEng Electronic Engineering (H612/H610) Our courses BEng MEng Year three Year three Year four Core modules: Core modules: Core modules: • Third-Year Project • Electronic Design • Business Planning for Engineers • Solid State Devices • Industrial/Research Orientated Project • VLSI Design Optional modules include: Optional modules: • Industrial Awareness • HDL for Programmable Logic • Control Systems Design • Fields, Waves and Antennas • Fields, Waves and Antennas • Group Project • Bioelectronic and Biophotonic Interfacing • Electronic Design • Telecommunication Electronics • Solid State Devices Optional modules include: • VLSI Design • Control Systems Design • Digital Communications Year one Year two • Telecommunication Electronics Power Networks Core modules: Core modules: • Electrical Machines • Information Systems • Electronic Processing and Communications • Power and Energy • Electrical Energy Conditioning and Control • Engineering Analysis • Modelling: Methods and Tools • Computer Engineering • Practical Engineering Design Solutions and Project Development • Applied Electrical and Electronic Engineering Construction Project • Contemporary Engineering Themes • Energy Conversion for Motor and Generator Drives • Power Electronic Design • Digital Communications • Web-Based Computing • Digital Video Communication Systems • Embedded Computing • Microwave Communications • IT Infrastructure www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee • Engineering Software: Design and Implementation 14 • Power Electronic Design • Web-Based Computing • Digital Video Communication Systems • Embedded Computing • Microwave Communications • IT Infrastructure • Engineering Software: Design and Implementation • Instrumentation and Measurement • Digital Signal Processing for Telecommunications, Multimedia and Instrumentation • Advanced Control System Design • Mobile Communications • Optical Communications and Networks • Power Electronics Integration • Advanced Power Conversion • Introduction to Finance • Entrepreneurship and Business • Mathematics for Engineering Management • Science, Technology and Business • Advanced Mathematical Techniques in Ordinary Differential Equations for Engineers • Introduction to Marketing • Mathematical Techniques in Partial Differential Equations for Engineers • New Venture Creation • RF Microelectronics • Photonic Communications Components The module choices for years three and four are determined by your chosen degree subject. The modules we offer are inspired by the research interests of our staff. As a result modules may change due to research developments or legislative changes, for example. The above list is an example of typical modules that we offer, not a definitive list. For more detailed information on course content visit: www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee Our courses BEng/MEng Electronic Engineering 15 This degree covers a range of electronic engineering topics including electronic design, software, engineering, computer modelling, microelectronics, signal processing and instrumentation. It also has specialist modules in telecommunications devices, the principles of telecommunications, digital systems and telecommunications systems. In the final year, each student completes an individual project that involves detailed investigation and research into a communications topic. Our courses Our courses BEng/MEng Electronic and Communications Engineering BEng MEng Year three Year three Year four Core modules: Core modules: Core modules: • Third-Year Project • Digital Communications • Digital Communications • Industrial Awareness • Industrial/Research Orientated Project • Digital Video Communication Systems • Fields, Waves and Antennas Optional modules include: • Group Project • RF Microelectronics • Microwave Communications • Digital Video Communication Systems • RF Microelectronics with Project • Microwave Communications • Photonic Communications Components • Business Planning for Engineers Optional modules: Optional modules include: • Control Systems Design • Electronic Design • Electronic Design • Solid State Devices • Solid State Devices • VLSI Design • VLSI Design • Telecommunication Electronics BEng/MEng Electronic Engineering (H612/H610) • Fields, Waves and Antennas • Web-Based Computing Year one Year two • Telecommunication Electronics • Embedded Computing Core modules: Core modules: • Web-Based Computing • IT Infrastructure • Information Systems • Electronic Processing and Communications • Embedded Computing • Power and Energy • Electrical Energy Conditioning and Control • Engineering Software: Design and Implementation • Engineering Analysis • Modelling: Methods and Tools • Computer Engineering • Practical Engineering Design Solutions and Project Development Inter-campus exchanges available China and Malaysia • Applied Electrical and Electronic Engineering Construction Project • Contemporary Engineering Themes • IT Infrastructure • Engineering Software: Design and Implementation • HDL for Programmable Logic with Project • HDL for Programmable Logic • Bioelectronic and Biophotonic Interfacing • Digital Signal Processing for Telecommunications, • Multimedia and Instrumentation with Project • Advanced Control System Design with Project • Instrumentation and Measurement • Digital Signal Processing for Telecommunications, Multimedia and Instrumentation 16 • Instrumentation and Measurement with Project • Mobile Communications • Optical Communications and Networks • Mobile Communications with Project For more detailed information on course content visit: www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee The module choices for years three and four are determined by your chosen degree subject. The modules we offer are inspired by the research interests of our staff. As a result modules may change due to research developments or legislative changes, for example. The above list is an example of typical modules that we offer, not a definitive list. www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee • Advanced Control System Design 17 This degree is designed for students who have an interest in computers, computing systems and software. Directed specialisms for modules and projects include microelectronics and very-large-scale integration (VLSI) design, object oriented software and computer networks. Final-year projects give students the chance to work with research groups on the latest advances in VLSI applications for computer systems, parallel and embedded architectures, digital signal and vector processing. Our courses Our courses BEng/MEng Electronic and Computer Engineering BEng MEng Year three Year three Year four Core modules: Core modules: Core modules: • Third-Year Project • Industrial Awareness • Web-Based Computing • Fields, Waves and Antennas • Industrial/Research Orientated Project • Embedded Computing • Group Project Optional modules include: • IT Infrastructure • Web-Based Computing • RF Microelectronics • Engineering Software: Design and Implementation • Embedded Computing • IT Infrastructure Engineering • RF Microelectronics with project • Business Planning for Engineers • Software: Design and Implementation • Photonic Communications Components Optional modules: Optional modules include: • Control Systems Design • Electronic Design • HDL for Programmable Logic with Project • Electronic Design • Solid State Devices • Solid State Devices • VLSI Design BEng/MEng Electronic and Computer Engineering (H613/H611) • VLSI Design • Telecommunication Electronics Year one Year two • Fields, Waves and Antennas Core modules: Core modules: • Information Systems • Electronic Processing and Communications • Power and Energy • Electrical Energy Conditioning and Control • Engineering Analysis • Modelling: Methods and Tools • Computer Engineering • Practical Engineering Design Solutions and Project Development Inter-campus exchanges available China and Malaysia • Applied Electrical and Electronic Engineering Construction Project • Contemporary Engineering Themes • Telecommunication Electronics • HDL for Programmable Logic • Bioelectronic and Biophotonic Interfacing • Digital Signal Processing for Telecommunications, Multimedia and Instrumentation with Project • Advanced Control System Design with Project • Instrumentation and Measurement • Digital Signal Processing for Telecommunications, Multimedia and Instrumentation 18 • Instrumentation and Measurement with Project • Mobile Communications • Optical Communications and Networks The module choices for years three and four are determined by your chosen degree subject. The modules we offer are inspired by the research interests of our staff. As a result modules may change due to research developments or legislative changes, for example. The above list is an example of typical modules that we offer, not a definitive list. For more detailed information on course content visit: www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee • Advanced Control System Design 19 A year in industry is a fantastic opportunity for students to practise and develop their engineering skills, providing valuable professional experience which is a key step on the road to Chartered Engineer status. Benefits Our flexible course structure allows students to learn about different disciplines within the broad range of electrical and electronic engineering. You will work with a diverse group of experienced lecturers whose passion for the subjects they teach is reflected in the modules available. When you arrive, you will be allocated a personal tutor and will meet with them regularly to review academic progress, identify problems and receive support at an early stage. www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee You are taught through lectures, problems classes, tutorials, lab-based experiments or project work. Problems classes and tutorials provide weekly access to lecturers in a small-class format where you can ask questions about issues raised in lectures. In the first year, teaching is split into teaching weeks with lectures and problems classes, and seven full project weeks where you work on a design problem, helping you develop new practical skills along the way. This pattern of lecture weeks combined with project weeks is repeated in the second year. In years three and four you will start to specialise and will make choices from the wide range of topics available. 20 The department has an active Learning Community Forum where student representatives from each year group take part in regular meetings with academic staff to give their views on courses, modules, laboratory sessions and general University life. Most MEng students attend an Industrial Awareness course, run as a series of one-day workshops on various aspects of company practice. These aspects of the MEng degree provide valuable preparation for students who wish to apply for Chartered Engineer status after graduating. Assessment In the first year we set progress tests every fortnight. The results highlight the areas where individuals or classes are unsure about a topic and allow us to organise extra help in that area. Most modules are assessed by a single exam and many incorporate coursework in report form. In the first year, the emphasis is on coursework with only a few exams that are held at the end of the year. For years two, three and four, examinations are held at the end of both semesters. Project-based modules are assessed by one or more reports, in some cases written jointly with group members. The final-year project (worth 25% (BEng) or 33% (MEng) of the final-year mark) is assessed through a written thesis, an oral examination and a presentation. Features Year in industry placements are usually in the UK, but can be anywhere in the world in companies from major global organisations to smaller consultancies and technology specialists. During a placement students are classed as employees of the host company and receive a salary. There is a nominal fee for the placement year and students remain fully registered with the University during this time. Support Our dedicated team works closely with the Careers and Employability Service to support you in finding the right placement and from September to March, companies visit the University to recruit students. The benefits of a year in industry are well recognised and are very popular. Securing a placement is highly competitive and students are responsible for submitting their own applications. We expect students to commit additional time over and above their academic studies to this process. The last few months with the Infiniti Engineering Academy have been a whirlwind. I am based at Cranfield, Bedford and have been blown away by the level of research and development that goes into Infiniti vehicles. Personally, I am already heavily involved with the Electronics team, splitting my time between Cranfield and the production plant close to home in Sunderland, performing a variety of diagnostics tests and learning more about the Infiniti design and development process. All in all, a great experience. Key Information Sets Key Information Sets (KIS) are comparable sets of information about full or part-time undergraduate courses and are designed to meet the information needs of prospective students. All KIS data is published on the Unistats website: www.unistats.co.uk ” Daniel Sanham, BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Infiniti Engineering Academy For Nottingham’s KIS data, please see individual course entries at: www.nottingham.ac.uk/ugstudy Find out more about teaching in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering: www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee A year in industry gives a significant boost to both employment and academic prospects. Research conducted by High Fliers Research, showed that more than a third of graduate jobs are being filled by candidates who already have work experience with that employer. Getting a year in industry placement is therefore a great way into the job market after graduation. Degrees with a year in industry Degrees with a year in industry Find out more from our placement students at www.nottingham.ac.uk/engineering/placements www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee How will I study? How will I study? 21 How do I apply? How do I apply? How do I apply? All applications for an undergraduate place to study at The University of Nottingham, including applications by international students, must be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Applications should be made online at www.ucas.com and candidates will be notified of decisions through UCAS using UCAS Track. Your personal statement Flexible admissions policy This is the section of your UCAS form that tells us most about you, and you should make the best use of it. Be as specific and detailed as you can – we would like to see that you are a student who can work hard, be self-motivated and make the best possible use of the opportunities that our courses offer you. We would also like to hear about any skills you have gained through extra-curricular activities. We recognise that some educational and personal circumstances affect achievement. If we judge that you have experienced circumstances that have adversely affected your achievement, we will consider them when assessing your academic potential. Some courses may vary the offer as a result. For the most up to date information about our offers, please see the entry requirements section of our course pages on our online prospectus. For more information about this policy, please see www.nottingham.ac.uk/ugstudy/applying In this brochure you will find our A level entry requirements but we accept a much broader range of qualifications. These include: • Access to HE Diploma • Advanced Diploma • BTEC HND/HNC • BTEC Extended Diploma • Cambridge Pre-U • International Baccalaureate • Irish Leaving Certificate • Scottish Advanced Highers www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee • Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma 22 Mature applicants We welcome applications from mature applicants who have a significant gap in education. You should apply in the normal way through UCAS. More information for mature students can be found at www.nottingham.ac.uk/mature Applicants who wish to defer their entry by a year will not be at a disadvantage. Please tell us something about your plans for your gap year in your UCAS personal statement. Equal opportunities policy The University aims to create the conditions whereby students and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential, regardless of gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, age, socio-economic background, disability, religious or political beliefs, trade union membership, family circumstances, sexual orientation or other irrelevant distinction. Over one third of our UK students receive our means-tested core bursary, worth up to £2,000 a year. For details, see www.nottingham.ac.uk/financialsupport International applicants The University’s International Office offers guidance and advice on applying through UCAS. If you would like to visit the University and are unable to attend an open day, the International Office will be happy to arrange a tailor-made visit for you. For further information please visit www.nottingham.ac.uk/international This list is not exhaustive; we will consider applicants with other qualifications on an individual basis. Please contact us to discuss the suitability of your qualification. For more information about applying visit: www.nottingham.ac.uk/ugstudy/applying For more information about applying visit: www.nottingham.ac.uk/ugstudy/applying www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee Alternative qualifications Deferred entry 23 The University of Nottingham is consistently named as one of the most targeted universities by Britain’s leading graduate employers.* 87% of first-degree graduates in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering who were available for employment had secured work or further study within six months of graduation.** £26,900 is the average starting salary for graduates with the highest being £32,000.** Careers and employability Careers and employability Imagine... landing your dream career Many students pursue fantastic careers in engineering and others enter the management and commerce sector, software and IT or further education. It is our priority to prepare you for future success. Each year we organise an exclusive annual careers event specifically for electrical and electronic engineering students. Companies who recruit our graduates include: Royal Navy; Spirent Enterprises Ltd; Royal Air Force; BAE Systems; National Grid UK; Texas Instruments; Siemens; Rolls Royce; BAE Systems; National Grid and Jaguar Land Rover. Careers and Employability Service Our Careers and Employability Service has a team dedicated to Faculty of Engineering students. They will be on hand to offer you specialist support and guidance throughout your degree and for life after you graduate. Whether you need help writing a CV, preparing for an interview or exploring career ideas, you can book one-to-one appointments or come along to a workshop. Each term there is also an exciting events schedule, bringing you face-to-face with employers offering real-life insight into their professions. The Nottingham Advantage Award The award-winning Nottingham Advantage Award recognises and rewards your extracurricular activities. With a choice of over 200 modules, you can hone the key skills employers want. From developing your leadership skills and learning a language to public speaking and volunteering, you will leave university with demonstrable experience that sets you apart from other graduates. For further information, please visit www.nottingham.ac.uk/careers/advantage Find out where Nottingham could take you 24 Our dedicated careers team are on hand to offer you specialist support and guidance throughout your degree and beyond. Find out more about the Careers and Employability Service: www.nottingham.ac.uk/careers * The Graduate Market in 2013-2016, High Fliers Research. ** Known destinations of full-time home and EU first-degree graduates, 2014/15. www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee network with our graduates on LinkedIn. and 25 Learn a language The University’s Language Centre gives you the opportunity to study a language alongside your course. All languages are offered from beginners’ level with some going up to near native competency. The inter-faculty languages programme offers credited modules, which are free for students if taken as part of your credit allocation (check with your course tutor before you enrol). There are also evening classes that are open to everyone (fee-paying). Find out more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/languagecentre There’s so much for you to get involved in and explore at the University and around the city. Whether you’re interested in sports, learning a language or just having fun with friends alongside studying, you’ll be spoilt for choice. Getting involved in your Students’ Union As soon as you start with us, you are automatically enrolled as a member of our Students’ Union. There are hundreds of activities to provide you with the perfect opportunity to take up a new hobby or pursue existing interests. Choose from over 300 student-run societies – including ShockSoc, the society for anyone interested in electronic and electrical engineering. Find out more: www.su.nottingham.ac.uk Your opportunity to study abroad Music We offer a range of study abroad opportunities with the majority of students having the option to live and study in another country as part of their university career, either at a partner institution or undertaking an overseas work placement. Studying or working abroad is a fantastic opportunity to broaden your horizons, experience different cultures, and develop the key skills that employers are looking for. Find out more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/studyabroad All student musicians at The University of Nottingham are encouraged to get involved with the vibrant musical life on campus. Find out more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/music/performance Your new home from home Your support network At Nottingham we offer a wide range of room types on and off campus, in both catered and self-catered accommodation. From standard single rooms with shared bathrooms to large en-suite studios, whatever your budget and preferences, there should be a room to suit you. For a breakdown of pricing and to find out more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/accommodation Throughout your university journey there will be numerous people on hand to support and advise you, including tutors and dedicated staff. We have Student Service Centres on all three of our UK campuses, which provide a range of support, information and specialist services. Find out more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/studentservices Student experience Student experience Imagine... a world beyond your studies Sports www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee Exploring your new city 26 Nottingham city centre is just a 10-minute bus ride away from University Park Campus, so you’re always close to the action. For music lovers, you can take your pick from the world-famous Rock City, Motorpoint Arena or one of the smaller gig venues for a more intimate live show. If you enjoy shopping, there are independent boutiques and vintage shops as well as high street names in our large shopping centres. Nottingham is also a hotspot for dining, with a mix of chain and independent cafes, restaurants and delis on offer. Find out more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/nottinghamlife * British Universities and Colleges Sport Standings, 2015-16. Discover more about what Nottingham has to offer: www.nottingham.ac.uk/nottinghamlife www.nottingham.ac.uk/eee The University of Nottingham is one of the UK’s leading universities for sport and is currently ranked 4th in the university sport rankings*. We have one of the biggest portfolios of sports facilities in the country including the brand new £40m David Ross Sports Village. We also have a rich heritage of supporting Olympic medallists and therefore whether you are an elite athlete or simply looking to enjoy sport as a hobby, we can cater for your needs. Find out more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/sport 27 You could shape the way we communicate as a society. Be all that you can imagine. And more. It’s #MeantToBe This publication is available in alternative formats: +44 (0)115 951 5559 For undergraduate enquiries contact: Student Recruitment Enquiries Centre +44 (0)115 951 5559 www.nottingham.ac.uk/enquire UoNEngineering @UoNEngineering © The University of Nottingham 2016. 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