Electronic &
Electrical
Engineering.
MSc Taught Courses
www.sheffield.ac.uk/eee/pgt
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Contents:
Your University4
Your Department5
Your City6
What our students say
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Your future9
Your options10
Contact:
Nathan Porter
MSc Admissions and Student Support
Assistant
Department of Electronic and Electrical
Engineering
The University of Sheffield
Sir Frederick Mappin Building
Mappin Street
Sheffield
S1 3JD
Email: infoeee@sheffield.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0) 114 222 5442
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Welcome!
A personal message from our Head of
Department…
“I am delighted that you are considering
study with us. Our courses teach you not
only to a high standard, but how to use
what you learn in a practical way, and
prepare you for the challenges in life and
employment ahead. It’s what makes our
students some of the most sought-after
and employable in the world.
Here in EEE, we pride ourselves in being
able to offer you a fulfilling learning
experience supported by our excellence in
world leading and cutting edge research,
academics who are expert in their field
and a valuable administrative team
dedicated to helping you.
Choose the University of Sheffield if you
wish for every success in your future”.
Prof. Geraint Jewell
Head of Department
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Your University
The University of Sheffield is ranked
second in a list of the UK universities,
earning the most research income from
engineering.
Many of our research partners are global
leaders in industry. Household names
such as Boeing and Rolls-Royce sponsor
facilities at Sheffield.
We are investing over £80 million in a
fantastic state-of-the-art new engineering
building, known as The Diamond. This
is at the heart of the campus and will
be the centrepiece for the Faculty of
Engineering’s continued success. The
building, which will accommodate an
additional 1600 students, will provide
cutting edge teaching and research
facilities and student-led learning spaces
Our work is ground-breaking and
diverse. One of our key strengths is in
bringing together people from different
backgrounds with different skills, adding
fresh perspectives to problem solving.
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Your Department
We are respected internationally for our
many important contributions in the field
of Electronic and Electrical Engineering.
This is supported by the fact that 95
per cent of our research was classed as
being internationally recognised or higher
in the most recent national Research
Assessment Exercise. If you choose to
carry out your research with us, you will
join a vibrant community of approximately
500 postgraduate and undergraduate
students. We have 41 academics (including
18 professors), a dedicated team of 27
technical and 17 administrative support
staff.
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Your City
Sheffield is a fantastic place to be a
student. The community is diverse and
one which caters for all cultural needs. It
has busy energetic streets, cosmopolitan
cafes, bars and restaurants, theatres,
cinemas, live music, galleries and national
sporting facilities. There are over 150
woodlands, 50 public parks and part
of the city is within the stunning Peak
District National Park which offers many
visitor attractions and great opportunities
for pastimes such as walking, cycling,
photography and wildlife watching. If that
is not enough for you, Sheffield’s central
UK location and excellent transport links
mean that you can easily travel to other
places on your days off.
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Our students tell us they love Sheffield.
Try it for yourself. It will not disappoint you.
What our students say
”I have been studying in Sheffield for one
year and it is brilliant, really happy I chose
to study in EEE ”
“There is a strong community spirit.
Everyone's so nice in Sheffield”
“There's something for everyone, so
much to do, see, and visit - it's hard to be
bored!”
”You talk to anyone, they'll talk to you. I've
yet to meet someone who isn't helpful”
”It was my first time in the UK and I was
worried but everyone was really nice and
very friendly”
“I will be sad to leave Sheffield, it is like
another home”
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What our students say
Ling Ling: MSc Data Communications
This MSc is challenging and extremely rewarding, especially
when the solution to a difficult problem presents itself .
Life here is colourful and rich in experience: the University
is nestled around beautiful green parks and the people are
interesting and friendly.
Danuta: MSc Semiconductor Photonics and Electronics
The theoretical knowledge in lectures is well balanced with
the lab work associated with fabrication of semiconductor
devices thus providing an all-round understanding of the
subject. The physical fabrication of semiconductor devices in
the III-V National Centre was unknown to me but is definitely
exciting. Sheffield is interesting; From the Peak District to the
parks to the restaurants which cater to all tastes, the city has
something for everyone.
Shivangi: MSc Electronic and Electrical Engineering
There is an excellent list of modules a student can select from,
and many opportunities are provided to learn subjects of
interest.
Sheffield has the perfect blend of fast-paced and relaxed
life. It gives you much needed peace, and also avenues for
entertainment.
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Your Future
Job prospects for our MSc graduates are
excellent, with potential to be employed by
numerous companies such as Microsoft, GE,
Siemens, Philips and Huawei, BAE, RollsRoyce & Boeing.
Over the last three years the majority
of Electronic and Electrical Engineering
graduates entering employment find
degree-related work, many of which are
in the manufacturing sector. In addition a
small number of graduates find work outside
of their subject area in roles which make
good use of their numeracy, analytical and
problem solving skills - examples include
Patent Attorney.
At the University of Sheffield we pride
ourselves on the help and support we are
able to offer our students. As soon as you
arrive to study your MSc you can start
to plan for your future with the help of
our excellent Careers Service. We offer
skills sessions and advice, workshops and
employer led development sessions. Both
national and international companies
advertise vacancies with us.
If you wish to stay in the UK to work after you
graduate you will need to make sure you have
an appropriate work visa.
Alternatively you can go on to study a PhD
with us, like many other students who
choose to stay in Sheffield, as they love the
city and have made good friends. You can
find information on PhD study in Sheffield:
www.sheffield.ac.uk/postgraduate/research
For more information on careers you can
visit: www.sheffield.ac.uk/careers/students/
degree/eee
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Your options
We currently offer the following MSc
courses. All are Full time, one year, taught
courses and start in late September:
MSc Electrical and Electronic Engineering
MSc Data Communications
MSc Semiconductor Photonics and
Electronics
MSc Wireless Communication Systems
MSc Advanced Electrical Machines, Power
Electronics and Drives
There are two 15-week semesters. Most of
the MSc courses consist of core modules,
choice modules and an individual project,
worth 60 credits. The project takes place
over the summer. In order to qualify for
the award of an MSc degree, 180 credits
must be achieved (to pass a module, a
mark of 50 is required). If you do not
achieve 180 credits you may be eligible for
a Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits) or
Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits).
When is the deadline for application?
There is no official deadline for
applications, however, due to high
demand and the limited places available
we advise that you apply as soon as
possible. You must allow sufficient time
to process funding, the issue of your CAS
number (Confirmation of Acceptance for
Study) and finally your visa.
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Will you be automatically accepted?
All applications are considered on an
individual basis by the admissions tutors
and therefore offers may vary.
What are the entry requirements?
Our typical requirement is a minimum of
an upper second class honours degree
(2.1) or GPA equivalent. This must be
in a relevant subject area and from a
reputable institution. In addition, we
require candidates to have a suitable
English language qualification such
as a minimum score of 6.5 (with 6 in
each component) in the IELTS exam or
equivalent.
What supporting documents are
needed?
You should apply online to: www.shef.
ac.uk/postgradapplication/
Your application should include:
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Your degree certificate (translated
Your degree transcript (translated
Your English qualifications
Two references (at least one must be
academic)
MSc Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Electronic Engineering has been a catalyst
to the progress in science and engineering
for many years. Electronic devices have
been used in every aspect of science
and engineering ranging from space
exploration, atomic nucleus analysis,
DNA profiling to domestic appliances
such as television, microwave oven and
radio, to name just a few. Industrial and
commercial enterprises such as financial
institutions, manufacturing plants, the
railway network and the national power
supply grid use computers to monitor and
control the state of their systems.
Our MSc in Electronic Engineering
provides a clear understanding of
fundamental principles and of the working
concept of electronic building blocks;
their functionality, their performance,
their limitation and so forth. The wide
range of modules in the programme are
delivered by expert academic staff who
are active at the forefront of research in
many aspects of electronic engineering,
spanning a spectrum of research activities
ranging from development of high
performance nanostructure electronic
devices, design of high performance
motors and drive electronics,
development of next-generation
communication and radar systems, the
design and systems incorporation of novel
integrated circuits.
This programme is designed to provide
graduates from a wide range of disciplines
with a thorough understanding of
electronic devices and circuits. It offers
the essential knowledge in electronics for
chemical, mechanical, aerospace and civil
engineers as well as computer scientists
and physicists to move into related areas
of work, and as a means of updating
knowledge for those already in the
field. Most graduates gain employment
in the commercial/industrial sector
but a significant minority embark on
further studies leading to a PhD, either at
Sheffield or elsewhere.
Students will be given the option to
select specialised modules from themes
encompassing (i) Power Electronics and
Machine Design, (ii) Communications
and Devices, (iii) Computing and
Communication Network and (iv)
Advanced Circuit Design.
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MSc Data Communications
The MSc in Data Communications, offered
jointly by the Departments of Electronic
and Electrical Engineering and Computer
Science, is a course designed to provide
students with a detailed knowledge and
understanding of this rapidly developing
field. The efficient transfer of information
around the globe is one of the most
dynamic business sectors. It encompasses
a huge variety of technologies, including:
Improved devices and integrated circuitry
operating at ever higher frequencies
Efficient data compression
Stringent error correction
Detailed protocol specification
Optimal network design
This diversity means that a course in
this area can no longer be adequately
presented by the expertise available in
one discipline, but needs the combined
resources of both Computer Science and
Electronic Engineering.
The primary aim of the course is to
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ensure its relevance to the industries
operating in this field. All students will
participate in an individual MSc project
which may have a link with industry.
Furthermore the strong links between
individual lecturers and companies
operating in their fields of expertise
means that all courses are continually updated with the most recent developments
in each area. Students embarking on
this course can expect a challenging
year, learning in-depth about the
operating principles and requirements
of state-of-the-art and next-generation
data communication systems through
immersion in the technology that makes
them possible.
The combination of research-led teaching
and industrial relevance will ensure
that graduates with an MSc in Data
Communications from the University of
Sheffield will be excellently placed for a
fulfilling career based on the knowledge
learned and skills developed during their
degree.
MSc
Semiconductor
Photonics and
Electronics
This course is ideal
preparation for anyone
interested in working in the
fast growing field of modern
optoelectronics and photonics
as well as providing those
already working in the industry
with the opportunity to update
their knowledge and skills.
Optoelectronics and photonics
are hugely important in
fast growing areas such as
renewable energy, energy
efficiency and optical
communications. Research
based teaching is delivered
by academics working at
the frontiers of their fields
ensuring the most relevant and
up-to-date content.
You will develop a detailed
understanding of the
cutting edge technologies
underpinning the fast
moving world of modern
optoelectronics. Working
in our world-class
semiconductor cleanroom
facilities you will also learn a
wide range of practical skills,
building the skills for success
in further study or work in
industry.
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MSc Wireless Communication Systems
The objective of MSc (Eng) in Wireless
Communication Systems programme
is to provide engineers with a thorough
understanding of both the theory and
the most up to date practices of the
rapidly developing field of wireless
communication systems. The proposed
programme is unique because it
encompasses all of the key design aspects
of a modern wireless communication
system, in particular cellular mobile
systems.
Starting from the fundamentals of digital
communications theory, baseband digital
signal processing, coding and modulation,
antenna design, RF propagation and
radio techniques for wireless systems
the programme then treats key systems
integrations aspects including wireless
packet data networking and protocols,
broadband wireless techniques, and
cellular mobile principles and systems.
This fulfils industry’s pressing need for
communications engineers that have
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a comprehensive wireless systems
appreciation.
The programme will be delivered with a
bias towards research and development
and we expect most graduates from this
programme either to gain employment in
the R & D industrial sector or to embark
on further studies leading to a PhD, either
at Sheffield or elsewhere.
MSc Advanced
Electrical
Machines, Power
Electronics and
Drives
The deployment of power
electronic converters and
electrical machines continues to
grow at a rapid rate in sectors
such as hybrid- and all-electric
vehicles, aerospace, renewables
and advanced industrial
equipment. In many of these
applications, high performance
components are combined into
sophisticated motion control and
energy management systems. This
new course has been developed
to give students a rigorous and
in-depth knowledge of the key
component technologies and
their integration into advanced
systems. This course will include
the following modules:
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Power electronic converters
Power semiconductor
devices
AC machines
Permanent magnet machines
and actuators
Motion control and servo
drives
Energy storage and
management
These modules will be
supplemented by a major
research project. The programme
is suitable for students with a first
degree in Electronic, Electrical,
Control Engineering or closely
related subjects.
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Contact
Nathan Porter
MSc Admissions and Student Support
Assistant
Department of Electronic and
Electrical Engineering
The University of Sheffield
Sir Frederick Mappin Building
Mappin Street
Sheffield
S1 3JD
Email: infoeee@sheffield.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0) 114 222 5442
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