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Embedded Systems Engineering MSc (Eng)

University of Leeds

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of Leeds

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    12 months

Course summary

The huge growth of processing power, now available in small power-efficient packages, has fuelled the digital revolution, which has touched all sectors of the economy. Embedded systems are everywhere – and the demand for specialists in this field is only going to continue to grow.

Our Embedded Systems Engineering MSc course centres around practical work in the area of electronics design and applications alongside applications-led modules which will give you a strong digital technology backup.

You may study applications as diverse as medical electronics and e-health, and a substantial element of practical work will give you confidence with software and digital hardware implementations using microcontrollers, FPGA, DSP devices and general system-on-chip methodology.

The School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering here at Leeds is an exciting and stimulating environment. It’s home to specialist teaching facilities and a wealth of leading researchers working on real-world issues and contributing to global change. This means you'll be learning the most up-to-date practices, equipping you with the technical skill set and holistic knowledge you’ll need to pursue a career in this field.

Career opportunities

Nowadays, every industry relies heavily on electronics, so there’s no doubt that embedded systems are the future. Every industry going forward will use these systems to function – and they’ll need qualified specialists to help. This is why graduates of this course are in demand for a whole range of exciting and rewarding careers in industry.

This course will equip you with skills and knowledge to design solutions for complex problems through carrying out extended engineering projects, considering a range of societal, user and commercial factors, and industry standards, and showing originality and creativity in the design process.

Embedded systems are ubiquitous in engineering and there's a wide and diverse range of industries open to you when you graduate, including: communications, automotive, transport, construction, industrial, automation, energy and environmental monitoring.

Application deadline

08 September 2024

Tuition fees

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£ 31,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Leeds

University of Leeds

University of Leeds

  • University League Table

    23rd

  • Campus address

    University of Leeds, Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, Leeds, LS2 9JT, England

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A global community with staff and students from over 130 countries, providing opportunities to meet and work with people from around the world.
The University of Leeds is continually investing in its campus, from new labs and lecture theatres to one of the most impressive libraries in the UK.
The University of Leeds has been welcoming international students for over 100 years, so you can be sure of experienced help throughout your time at Leeds.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    20th out of 117 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    173 76%

    18th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    33rd

    17

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.63 66%

    116th

    5

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