Electronic and Communication Engineering (with Integrated Foundation Year) Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Course Overview - Electronic and Communication Engineering (with Integrated Foundation Year) Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Electronic and Communication Engineering at Brighton explores IoT smart systems, 5G/6G connectivity, AI and robotics, and prepares you for roles in renewable energy and global communication.
You’ll join a vibrant, inclusive community where hands-on learning starts from day one. This course offers an extra year to prepare you to study at degree level, building your knowledge and skills – and confidence – to tackle engineering challenges. You’ll apply your skills in real-world contexts, working in industry-standard labs and work on projects that mirror profe...
Electronic and Communication Engineering at Brighton explores IoT smart systems, 5G/6G connectivity, AI and robotics, and prepares you for roles in renewable energy and global communication.
You’ll join a vibrant, inclusive community where hands-on learning starts from day one. This course offers an extra year to prepare you to study at degree level, building your knowledge and skills – and confidence – to tackle engineering challenges. You’ll apply your skills in real-world contexts, working in industry-standard labs and work on projects that mirror professional practice, supported by expert staff and active researchers.
Brighton graduates go on to work for organisations such as Rolls-Royce, Network Rail, Paxton Access and Southern Water, as well as innovative tech start-ups.
Top reasons to choose this course
• Foundation year option for those changing career, returning to study, or without standard qualifications.
• Hands-on learning through design-build-test projects, including combat robots, rocket cars and international design challenges.
• Progress to a degree accredited by the IET, providing industry recognition and a pathway to Chartered Engineer status.
• Ranked Joint 1st in the UK for graduate prospects – Complete University Guide 2026.
• Explore specialist areas such as wireless networks, embedded systems, digital signal processing and AI for robotics.
• Learn in cutting-edge facilities including CISCO-accredited networking labs, flight and car simulators, robotics and VR labs and prototyping workshops.
• Optional paid placement year with companies like Rolls-Royce, Cummins and General Electric.
• Contribute to research in sustainable technology, low-power communication systems and intelligent signal processing.
- 100% of our engineering research impact is rated as ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’ – Research Excellence Framework 2021.
Why Brighton is a great place to study Electronic and Communication Engineering
Brighton & Hove is a hub for new economy businesses, including green tech, digital innovation and advanced engineering. It’s a dynamic place to connect your studies to industry, with growing demand for skilled engineers.
Named one of the best cities on the planet by Time Out, Brighton is a creative, welcoming place to live and study.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-28
Campus
Brighton
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A68-C41
Institution Code
B72
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
A level
UCAS Tariff
72.0
104.0
72 points with maths and physics at A or AS–level, otherwise 96 points. General Studies excluded.
Access to HE Diploma
Access to HE Diploma exceeds entry requirements so may be considered for BEng/MEng.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Must include two subjects at Higher Level.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International | £0 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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