The MSc Electronics Engineering (18 Month Route) at the University of Hertfordshire is a full-time 18 Months Postgraduate program in the field of Engineering. Delivered at the University's Hatfield campus in Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, the course offers a balanced mix of academic study and practical experience.
Ideal for Bangladeshi students and other international applicants, this program provides high-quality education at a full-time competitive international tuition fee of £ 17,250 Starting each January, September, it is designed to equip students with essential skills for advanced study and professional growth.
The University of Hertfordshire offers modern facilities and a supportive environment, ensuring international students receive the guidance and resources needed for success. With a welcoming campus community and dedicated support services, Bangladeshi students can confidently plan their study abroad journey in the United Kingdom through this program.
Course Highlights
This course develops students' in-depth knowledge and skills of a broad range of Electronics Engineering. It builds strong design skills for the seamless integration of software and hardware for sustainable and smart applications using Microprocessor/DSP/FPGA technology.
Students will cover a selection of subjects such as Smart Embedded Systems Engineering and Mixed mode and VLSI Technologies alongside cohort taught subjects to develop their management skills and their employability.
The successful postgraduates of the course will acquire the knowledge and understanding, intellectual, practical and transferable skills necessary for the analysis and synthesis of problems in engineering and manufacturing through a combination of experimental, simulation, research methods and case studies. They can expect to gain work in a range of disciplines within a variety of industries from specialist technical roles to positions of management responsibility.
Course Modules
- Advanced Reconfigurable Systems Design
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Mobile Communication Systems
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Radio Frequency and Microwave Engineering
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Artificial Intelligence and Applications
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Digital Signal Processing and Applications
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Embedded Control Systems
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Embedded Systems and IoT
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Mixed Mode and VLSI Technologies
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
Learning Structure
All modules are delivered through a combination of traditional face-to-face teaching and backup tutorial's using the University's StudyNet web based facility. StudyNet allows students to access electronic teaching and learning resources and conduct electronic discussions with staff and other students.
A heavy emphasis is placed on theory and practice and the School has a policy of using industrial standard software wherever possible.
Entry Requirements
- A 4-year Honours degree or equivalent in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering or a closely related discipline with CGPA 2.75 or 55% of marks (or above) from recognised institution.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS Academic
- Overall 6.0
- With minimum 5.5 in each components
- TOEFL iBT
- Overall 65
- Minimum in Listening: 17, Reading: 17, Speaking: 18, Writing: 17
- PTE (Pearson Test of English) Academic
- Overall 51
- With minimum 51 in each components
- LanguageCert Academic
- Overall 65
- With minimum 60 in each bands
- OIETC (Oxford International English Test Centre)
- Overall B2
- With minimum B1 in each bands
- Duolingo
- Overall 90
- With minimum 82 in each bands
Applicants with a minimum IELTS score of 5.5 are eligible for Pre-sessional English language courses.
Study Gaps
For applicants with an academic or professional gap of up to 5 years, admission is generally considered acceptable. If the gap exceeds this period, applications may still be successful but will typically be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
To strengthen your profile, it is important to:
- Provide a clear explanation of how you spent the gap period (e.g., employment, further learning, personal responsibilities).
- Emphasize the skills and experiences you developed during this time that are relevant to the program.
- Demonstrate that your academic qualifications continue to meet the course entry requirements.
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Last reviewed on 30 August 2025.