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Course summary
- Gain the skills and knowledge needed to advance in your career.
- Gain practical laboratory skills and experience.
- Study on a course designed to meet the requirements of industrial manufacturers.
- Convert your previous qualification into a full honours degree.
This top-up award is suitable for you if you have a HND or foundation degree and wish to develop your award to degree level. It prepares you for a career in an industry where there is a demand for engineers with a sound knowledge of engineering applications, as well as people who understand the necessary techniques to develop, test and maintain them.
How you learn
You learn through
- lectures
- problem solving tutorials or seminars
- computer based learning
- open learning materials
- project and laboratory work
- workshop activities to develop practical engineering skills
- problem based learning
- independent study
- self or group directed learning
Course leaders and tutors
Tim Breikin
Reader in Control EngineeringTim started his academic career in the UK as a Lecturer at the University of Manchester, in February 2004. Prior to that appointment he had nine years of research ex … Read more
Applied learning
Applied learning is the ethos at the heart of all Sheffield Hallam courses, meaning that you are given the opportunity to put your study into practice.
You'll be taught by professionals who are active in their field - so you'll get cutting edge, industry focused knowledge of your subject. You'll gain real-world skills through placements, workshops and live projects, often getting the opportunity to work with big global brands.
Work experience is also embedded into every year of the course, so you polish your workplace skills alongside building a solid knowledge of your subject. Applied learning means that when you do start work, you can dive in and make things happen.
Come to an open day
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Future careers
Industry needs specialist graduate engineers capable of applying advanced techniques to a range of disciplines. This course prepares you for a career in
- automation and robotics
- electrical energy
- power
- industrial instrumentation and control
- other industries
Accreditation
Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partly meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Where will I study?
You study at City Campus through a structured mix of online lessons and face-to-face teaching with access to digital and online resources to support your learning.
City Campus
City Campus is located in the heart of Sheffield, within minutes of the train and bus stations.
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Adsetts library
Adsetts Library is located on our City Campus. It's open 24 hours a day, every day.
Learn moreEquipment and facilities
On this course you work with
- modern laboratories
- state-of-the-art software and equipment
- highly experienced and knowledgeable staff
Learn more about your department
Engineering and Maths Facilities Tour
Take a look around the Engineering and Maths facilities at Sheffield Hallam University with principal lecturer and recruitment lead Dr Natalie Haynes.
Entry requirements
All students
You normally need a BTEC Higher National Diploma or a Foundation Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent.
Overseas students
If English is not your first language you must have an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills or equivalent. If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.
Additional information for EU/International students
This course is not open to international students who require a Tier 4 (General) student visa to study in the UK. If you are an international applicant but do not require a Tier 4 (General) student visa, contact our Admissions Team to find out whether you’re eligible to apply.
Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.
Year 1
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Automation And Robotics | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Electrical Power Systems | Credits: 20 |
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| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Electronic Engineering Applications | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Power Electronics And Renewable Energy | Credits: 20 |
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Final year
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Control Systems Engineering | Credits: 20 |
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| Module: Individual Project (Eec - Ceng Route) | Credits: 40 |
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Fees and funding
Home students
Our tuition fee for UK students starting part-time study in 2021/22 is £4,625 per year (based on studying 60 credits per year).
† If you are studying an undergraduate course, postgraduate pre-registration course or postgraduate research course over more than one academic year then your tuition fees may increase in subsequent years in line with Government regulations or UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) published fees. More information can be found in our terms and conditions under student fees regulations.
Financial support for home/EU students
How tuition fees work, student loans and other financial support available.
Additional course costs
This link allows you to view estimated costs associated with the main activities on specific courses. These are estimates and, as such, are only an indication of additional course costs. Actual costs can vary greatly depending on the choices you make during your course.
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