Course Overview
Our four-year BEng (Hons) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year offers essential knowledge and practical skills needed for a professional career in engineering.
The Foundation Year offers an excellent grounding in the fundamentals of engineering, electronics and mathematics. You will explore various engineering subjects, including mechanics, mathematics and electrical/electronic engineering. This will prepare you for the ever-increasing cross-disciplinary nature of engineering.
Alongside developing your skillset, we will help you build lifelong learning skills so that you can reflect on, articulate and transfer them to everyday life in order to maximise your success. You will also be able to choose from several optional modules in your final year, which include renewable energies and advanced embedded systems, amongst others.
Why study this course?
- This degree will provide you with excellent capabilities to pursue a successful career within engineering.
- You will not only gain an academic qualification, but will also be work-ready with professional skills in management and leadership.
- You will gain a host of intellectual and critical thinking skills such as applying engineering principles to critically analyse key engineering processes.
- After graduating, you can progress into a career in many fields including advance manufacturing, product design, bio medical engineering, or artificial intelligence, among many others.
BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year at University of Greater Manchester is eligible for Student Finance England funding: a tuition fee loan of up to £9,535 per year paid directly to the university, plus a maintenance loan of up to £13,762 per year for your living costs. The built-in foundation year means you can start this degree without A-levels — ideal for mature students returning to education. Repayments only start once you earn over £25,000 a year.
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BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year is offered by University of Greater Manchester in partnership with RCL . Students can choose flexible class schedules such as Evening, allowing them to balance education with other commitments. The programme is offered in Full time study mode. It supports academic pathways at Bachelors level, and is available across key study locations including London. Direct Google Maps links are provided for each location.
Available Campuses for BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year
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Holborn
2-10 Princeton St, London WC1R 4BH
View on Google mapsUpcoming intake Sep 2026Application deadline 21 Aug 2026 35 days overdue
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Entry Requirements for University of Greater Manchester (Undergraduate)
Foundation Year
Standard Entry
Applicants must meet one of the following:
- Minimum of 32 UCAS points from Level 3 qualifications
- Level 3 Certificate/Diploma (Pass)
- UK ENIC (formerly UK NARIC) confirmed Level 3 equivalent
- 5 UK GCSEs at grades A*–C (or 9–4) including English and Maths (or equivalent)
Mature Applicant Route (Non-Standard Entry)
Applicants aged 21+ without formal Level 3 qualifications may be considered based on:
- Minimum 2 years relevant work experience
- Up-to-date CV
- Verifiable, detailed work reference
- Personal statement / interview (if required)
- Academic ISM (if applicable)
Undergraduate – Level 4
Standard Entry
- Level 3 Certificate/Diploma
- OR
- UK ENIC confirmed A Level equivalent
Non-Standard Entry
- Minimum 2 years relevant work experience
- Portfolio of Work
- Up-to-date CV
- Verifiable, detailed work reference
English Language Requirement for University of Greater Manchester
Foundation Year
CET / IELTS
- Overall 5.0
- No less than 4.5 in any component
Duolingo
- Overall 85
- No less than 65 in any area
Pearson Versant
- Overall 41
- No component below 37
Level 4 (Undergraduate)
CET / IELTS
- Overall 6.0
- No less than 5.5 in any component
Duolingo
- Overall 110
- No less than 100 in any area
Pearson Versant
- Overall 51
- No component below 46
HNC
CET / IELTS
- Overall 5.5
- Minimum 5.5 in Reading and Writing
- Minimum 5.0 in Speaking and Listening
Duolingo
- Overall 100
- Minimum 100 in Literacy, Comprehension and Production
- Minimum 85 in Conversation
Pearson Versant
- Overall 46
- No component below 41
- Minimum 46 in Reading and Writing
BEng
CET / IELTS
- Overall 6.0
- No less than 5.5 in any band
Duolingo
- Overall 110
- No less than 100 in any area
Pearson Versant
- Overall 51
- No component below 46
Postgraduate
CET / IELTS
- Overall 6.0
- No less than 5.5 in any band
Duolingo
- Overall 110
- No less than 100 in any area
Pearson Versant
- Overall 51
- No component below 46
Who it's for
BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year at University of Greater Manchester is a practical option for mature students, career changers, and anyone returning to education who wants a clear, funded route into university study.
Because this programme includes a foundation year, it can suit applicants who do not hold traditional A-level results but are ready to build academic confidence before progressing onto the full degree pathway.
Study location & mode
This course is listed with University of Greater Manchester and can be studied in London .
- Study mode: Full time
- Class schedule: Evening
Exact campus availability can vary by intake — use the campus list above and speak to an advisor if you need a specific location or timetable.
How this course is funded
Eligible students in England may be able to fund tuition and living costs through Student Finance England. As general guidance, that can include a tuition fee loan paid to the university and a maintenance loan for living costs. Repayments normally start only once you earn over the published repayment threshold.
This is general information, not a personal funding decision. Final eligibility, amounts, and repayment terms are confirmed when you apply for student finance — AF Education does not guarantee funding approval.
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AF Education support is 100% free for students. We help you check eligibility, choose a suitable course and campus, prepare documents, and submit your application — with clear next steps for Student Finance England where relevant.
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