Program Overview
The Graduate Diploma Electronic Engineering with English for Academic Purposes at University of Essex is a Master programme in Engineering over 9 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma Electronic Engineering with English for Academic Purposes programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 9 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 5.5
- Tuition: GBP 9,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,760 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Colchester, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Graduate Diploma Electronic Engineering with English for Academic Purposes programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- English for Academic Purposes
- Advanced English for Academic Purposes
- Critical Thinking
- Engineering Mathematics
- Extended English for Academic Purposes Project
- Mathematical Research Techniques Using Matlab
- Advanced Embedded Systems Design
- C Programming and Embedded Systems
- Telecommunication Networks and Systems
- Telecommunication Principles
- Your teaching consists of interactive classes, workshops and tutorials
- Learning is reinforced in problem-based tutorial classes, where groups of our students work together and apply the knowledge gained from lectures and laboratory work
- There will be an emphasis on learner independence, peer- and self-assessment
- You will also have the opportunity to attend seminars organised by our Department of Language and Linguistics
- Your assessed coursework will generally consist of essays, in-class tests and individual oral presentations
- You may be required to sit exams during the third term of your academic year
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 9,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,760 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 9,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,760 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 5.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Essex directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Essex
University of Essex
Colchester, United Kingdom
University of Essex is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 9 months