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Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Heriot-Watt University is a 4-year BEng (Hons) electrical and electronic engineering degree at the Edinburgh campus. Develop circuits, digital design, signals, power systems, and semiconductor electronics skills through practice-led teaching at Heriot-Watt’s School of Engineering and Physical Sciences, with strong links to energy, electronics, and technology employers across Scotland and the wider UK.
Study at a university ranked #325 in the world and #36 in the UK in QS World University Rankings, with Electrical & Electronic Engineering ranked #151–200 worldwide and #29 in the UK in QS World University Rankings by Subject and the Complete University Guide.
Year one builds mechanics, mathematics, and electrical engineering foundations; year two covers digital design, circuits, and engineering management; year three develops signals, power systems, and semiconductor electronics; year four completes your degree with a group project and professional industrial studies.
Indicative total fees are £103,232 tuition with £0 application fee, with live GBP to MYR conversion in the fee breakdown below.
Entry requirements typically include A Levels BBB including Mathematics and either Physics or Electronics at grade B, STPM BBC (excluding Chinese and Malay), IB 30 points including Physics and Mathematics at Higher Level 5, and Other Qualifications on request. IELTS 6.0 overall with no score lower than 5.5, TOEFL overall score of 4 with no score lower than 4 (writing minimum 4.5), CEFR mid-B2, or Pearson Academic PTE 63 (minimum 59) is required.
Career outcomes include electrical engineer, electronics engineer, electrical design engineer, and power systems engineer roles.
Study at Edinburgh with September intake. Plan to apply at least three months before your chosen start date.
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Heriot-Watt University ranks #151–200 worldwide for Electrical & Electronic Engineering and #29 in the UK for Electrical & Electronic Engineering in QS World University Rankings by Subject and the Complete University Guide, reflecting strong engineering teaching at the Edinburgh campus.
Ranked #325 in the world, #36 in the UK, and #6 in Scotland in the QS World University Rankings — a globally recognised Scottish university with strong graduate outcomes.
Ranked #39 in the UK overall in Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject, with top 40 in the UK for Arts & Humanities, Computer Science, Engineering, and Physical Sciences.
Ranked #31 in the UK and #5 in Scotland in the Complete University Guide — combining academic strength with career-focused engineering education.
Study at the Edinburgh campus — Heriot-Watt University’s Scottish capital campus with modern engineering laboratories and strong links to electrical, electronics, energy, and technology employers across Edinburgh and the wider UK.
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Scholarship options for this degree programme depend on your intake and academic profile. Contact us and we’ll check eligibility with Heriot-Watt University.
Core fees are shown in British pounds (GBP). Ringgit (MYR) equivalents use a live GBP/MYR rate. Figures are illustrative only. Heriot-Watt University typically reviews tuition each year; expect an estimated 5–10% annual increase — always use the latest official tuition on your offer or fee schedule.
Indicative totals above are not a quote. Tuition and related fees follow Heriot-Watt University’s current published schedule for your intake year. For scholarships, contact us. MYR equivalents use the live rate shown above.
The Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering is completed over 4 years of full-time study at Edinburgh, with September intake. Expand each year for modules and programme detail.
Year one introduces mechanics, fields and forces, introduction to electrical and electronic engineering, praxis electronic design, and mathematics for engineers and scientists. You build foundational physics, mathematics, and hands-on electronics skills for professional engineering study, preparing for digital design, circuits, and advanced electrical modules in later years.
| Module title |
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| Mechanics, Fields and Forces |
| Introduction to Electrical and Electronic Engineering |
| Praxis Electronic Design |
| Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists 1 |
Year two develops digital design and programming, sustainable development and engineering management, circuits and analysis, and mathematics for engineers and scientists. Modules combine electrical theory with programming and analytical skills, building competencies for signals, power systems, and semiconductor electronics in year three.
| Module title |
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| Digital Design and Programming |
| Sustainable Development and Engineering Management |
| Circuits and Analysis |
| Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists 3 |
Year three covers probability, statistics, and information theory, electrical energy systems, signals and systems, and semiconductor electronics. You deepen specialist electrical and electronic engineering knowledge valued by employers in power, electronics, communications, and embedded systems sectors across Scotland and the wider UK.
| Module title |
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| Probability, Statistics, and Information Theory |
| Electrical Energy Systems |
| Signals and Systems |
| Semiconductor Electronics |
Year four completes your BEng (Hons) with group project I and professional and industrial studies. You apply engineering knowledge to a team-based project and develop professional skills for industry, consolidating competencies for chartered engineer pathways and graduate roles in electrical, electronics, and power engineering.
| Module title |
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| Group Project I |
| Professional and Industrial Studies |
Heriot-Watt University offers September intake for this degree at Edinburgh. Plan to apply at least 3 months before your classes start.
Exact dates vary by intake year; apply early to secure your place, arrange your visa, and organise accommodation. Confirm with Heriot-Watt University or our advisors.
Start your UK student visa once you have your offer. We guide timeline and documents.
Official source: Intake dates are set by Heriot-Watt University and may change.
Live rate (same as Fee estimate): 1 GBP = — MYR
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