Electronic Engineering FdEng

You are embarking on an exciting foundation degree designed to advance your electronic engineering career by blending academic coursework with professional practice. By studying part-time while working or full-time, you can apply what you learn to solve practical industry problems. Delivery for part-time students will be on a day release. Software packages that you will use during your time are either available to you on dedicated University machines or under our educational licenses, so that you can use them at home. The curriculum covers key engineering topics like analogue and digital electronics, embedded systems, data communications, automation and control, and power systems. You’ll sharpen mathematical skills that are vital for engineering applications. Additionally, through a work-based project you will apply your existing and newly acquired skills to a practical challenge. Overall, the program will equip you with the knowledge, understanding and transferable skills to reach your professional goals in this fast-changing field.

Careers
Electronics design engineer - Design electronic components, circuits, devices and systems. Work for electronics manufacturers, defense contractors, telecom companies, etc.

Embedded systems engineer - Develop the electronics and software for embedded devices and systems e.g. medical devices, automotive electronics, mobile devices.

Communications engineer - Work on devices and infrastructure for broadcasting, telecommunications, satellite, network and computer communications.

Electronic test engineer - Test electronic systems, circuits and devices to ensure proper functioning and adherence to specifications.

Control systems engineer - Design, develop, program, test and maintain industrial control systems used in plants, factories, etc.

Signal processing engineer - Focus on analysing and manipulating analog and digital signals using methods like filtering, sampling, compressing, etc.

Avionics engineer - Design and integrate the electronics systems used in aircraft, spacecraft and related systems. Work for aerospace companies.

Acoustics engineer - Focus on the generation, propagation and control of sound waves. Work in product design, noise control, architectural acoustics, etc.

Sales engineer - Use technical expertise to sell electronic products and services. Work for manufacturers and distributors of electronics.

Patent engineer - Review and approve patent applications for electronics-related inventions to grant valid patents. Work for patent offices or IP organisations.

Don't wait for the future. Build it. At Solent, every module is built around real-world learning, so you graduate with practical skills, confidence and experience — not just theory.

Our career-ready revolution is transforming the way every course is designed, taught and connected to the world of work, to ensure your degree prepares you for the career you want. This isn't a tweak. It’s s a complete shake-up of what your university experience should be, using five key elements: learning by doing from day one, a timetable that fits real life, strong links to industry, an outstanding student learning experience, and careers support for life.

Our world-class facilities are also built with your future career in mind, and include the renowned Warsash Maritime School, Solent Sports Complex with advanced science labs, animation and 3D modelling studios, plus applied mechanics and composites labs.

And when you're not in class? Southampton has it all — shopping, culture, live music, football, cricket, festivals and markets, plus tiny Thai cafes, ghost walks and record fairs. It's friendly, walkable, and one of the most affordable student cities in the UK. With a diverse community and societies for every interest, you'll find your tribe here too.

Register your interest now and join the career-ready revolution.