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If you study Telecommunications Engineering BEng at XJTLU you'll study Electrical and Electronic Engineering - Electronic Engineering and Communications pathway at the University of Liverpool on the XJTLU 2+2 programme. View all XJTLU 2+2 programmes.

Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons) – Electronic Engineering and Communications pathway: XJTLU 2+2 programme

Studying Electrical and Electronic Engineering allows you to specialise in subjects as diverse as power generation and transmission, and antennas and digital systems design, preparing you for an exciting career within the world of modern electronics.

Course overview

Electrical and Electronic Engineers create innovative solutions to some of our world’s greatest problems. From the renewable energy systems that power our lives to the smartphones we use every day, electrical and electronic engineers are in demand and have a huge impact on our society.

The Electronic Engineering and Communications pathway focuses on the design, development, and optimisation of electronic systems and communication networks. We cover topics such as signal processing, wireless communication, and embedded systems.

Year two will provide you with broader knowledge, covering the wide range of sub-disciplines within electrical and electronic engineering. In year three you will study both compulsory and optional modules and can choose your specialism. Through practical application of concepts and theory, you will develop a deep understanding of how these principles translate to real-world challenges.

You will graduate with a wide range of career opportunities and will be equipped with the skills, knowledge and experience to thrive in this dynamic field.

Why choose Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the University of Liverpool?

  • Students can choose from many specialised Year 3 (Final year) modules, ideal for those pursuing MSc degrees in fields beyond their major
  • Course content and software tools used in modules are directly applicable to further MSc studies, ensuring smooth academic progression
  • Regular talks by professionals provide real-world insights and networking opportunities
  • Students can work on cutting-edge projects with strong research connections, enhancing their academic and technical skills
  • Exclusive opportunities for hands-on research experience, boosting employability and postgraduate prospects.

What you’ll learn

  • Practical problem-solving skills
  • Advanced skills in hardware and/or software design and implementation
  • Use of industry standard tools, technologies and working methods
  • How to take projects from conception through to design, implementation and operation
  • Solid training in both software and hardware information technology.
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Fees and funding

Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching and assessment, operating facilities such as libraries, IT equipment, and access to academic and personal support.

All XJTLU 2+2 students receive a partnership discount of 10% on the standard fees for international students. We also offer 50 XJTLU Excellence Scholarships providing a 25% discount on tuition fees to the students that score most highly in stage 2 at XJTLU across the different subject areas. Allocation is based on the number of applications received per programme.

The net fees (inclusive of the discounts) can be seen below.

Tuition fees

2025 tuition fee (full) - £29,100

2025 tuition fee for XJTLU 2+2 students (inclusive of 10% discount) - £26,190

2025 tuition fee for XJTLU 2+2 students qualifying for Excellence Scholarship (inclusive of 25% discount) - £21,825

Fees stated are for the 2025-26 academic year.

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Course content

Discover what you'll learn, what you'll study, and how you'll be taught and assessed.

Year two

In your second year, module subjects covered range from digital electronics and electronics circuits, through to electromagnetism and electromechanics.

On the 2+2 programme, you'll study your third and fourth years at the University of Liverpool. These will be year two and year three of the University of Liverpool's programme of study.

Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.

Year three

In your final year, you will undertake a major individual project that is either linked to research work or has some industrial relevance. Other modules are studied which reflect your personal interest, providing an opportunity either to focus on your preferred specialisation, or keep your options open with a broad range of subjects. In addition to compulsory modules, you choose two from the indicative list of optional modules.

On the 2+2 programme, you'll study your third and fourth years at the University of Liverpool. These will be year two and year three of the University of Liverpool's programme of study.

Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.

Modules

Compulsory modules Credits
ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT & ENTREPRENEURIAL SKILLS (ELEC352) 7.5
DIGITAL AND WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS (ELEC377) 15
RF ENGINEERING AND APPLIED ELECTROMAGNETICS (ELEC311) 7.5
ANTENNAS (ELEC312) 7.5
TRANSISTOR AMPLIFIERS AND DIFFERENTIAL CIRCUITS: THEORY AND DESIGN (ELEC371) 15
SIGNAL PROCESSING AND DIGITAL FILTERING (ELEC309) 15
BENG PROJECT (ELEC340) 30
Optional modules Credits
ADVANCED MODERN MANAGEMENT (MNGT352) 7.5
APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT WITH C++ (ELEC362) 15
DIGITAL CONTROL AND OPTIMISATION (ELEC303) 15
INTEGRATED CIRCUITS - CONCEPTS AND DESIGN (ELEC372) 15
DIGITAL SYSTEM DESIGN (ELEC373) 15
DRIVES (ELEC331) 7.5
ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY (ELEC382) 7.5
IMAGE PROCESSING (ELEC319) 7.5
LOW POWER COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE (ELEC370) 15
NEURAL NETWORKS (ELEC320) 7.5

Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.

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Your experience

Watch on Panopto: Computer Science and Electronic Engineering 2+2 – Teng Dequn

Computer Science and Electronic Engineering 2+2 – Teng Dequn

Teng Dequn shares their experience on the Computer Science and Electronic Engineering 2+2 course.

Supporting your learning

From arrival to alumni, we’re with you all the way:

Our university provides a high standard of academic integrity training, supported by lecturers and professors with high academic achievements.

Teng Dequn, BEng (Hons) Computer Science and Electronic Engineering
Watch on Panopto: A day in the life of Electrical Engineering and Electronics student Manon Sowerby

A day in the life of Electrical Engineering and Electronics student Manon Sowerby

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