Key information for BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering

Code: SE700 | Level: 8 | Duration: 4 years | Delivery: Fulltime | Credits: 240

Location for BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering

Location: Waterford | Campus: Cork Road

Application Information for BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering

Next Intake: Rolling Intake | Application Status: Open | Fee Information Link: /current-students/fees-and-grants/fees/undergraduate-fees

Study Options for BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering

Work placement options: Available (View details at https://www.setu.ie/engage/access-our-talent) | Study abroad options: Available (View details at https://www.setu.ie/global/global-mobility)

International Applicants information for BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering

International Application Status: Open | Application Information Link: https://www.setu.ie/global/study-at-setu/applying-to-setu | International Fees Link: https://www.setu.ie/current-students/fees-and-grants/fees/global-fees

What modules are taught in BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering?

Year 1: Sem 1: Introduction to Engineering | Sem 2: Analogue Electronic Devices, Sem 1: Engineering Computing | Sem 2: DC Circuit Theory, Sem 1: Engineering Maths 1 | Sem 2: Introduction to Electronic & Electrical Technology, Sem 1: Engineering Professionalism | Sem 2: Introduction to Programming, Sem 1: Engineering Physics 1 | Sem 2: Engineering Maths 2, Sem 1: | Sem 2: Engineering Physics 2 | Year 2: Sem 3: Advanced Programming for Robotics | Sem 4: Analogue Electronic Circuits 2, Sem 3: Analogue Electronic Circuits 1 | Sem 4: Digital Systems, Sem 3: Finite State Machines | Sem 4: Electric Circuit Theory, Sem 3: Maths Ordinary Differential Equations | Sem 4: Maths Advanced Calculus, Sem 3: Intro Telecoms Theory | Sem 4: Micro Electronics, Sem 3: AC Circuit Theory | Sem 4: Object Orientated Programming for Microcontrollers | Year 3: Sem 5: Advanced Engineering Maths | Sem 6: Placement, Sem 5: Analogue Control | Sem 6: Enterprise Studies, Sem 5: Embedded Systems Scripting | Sem 6: Research Methods, Sem 5: Mobile Wireless Telecoms 1 | Sem 6: , Sem 5: Semiconductor Fundamentals | Sem 6: , Sem 5: Choose one of the following electives: | Sem 6: , Sem 5: *Analogue Circuit Designs | Sem 6: , Sem 5: *Electromagnetic Fields & Waves | Sem 6: * = Elective | Year 4: Sem 7: Embedded Systems Architecture & Hardware | Sem 8: Project Implementation, Sem 7: Mobile Wireless Telecoms 2 | Sem 8: Embedded Firmware, Sem 7: Project Specification | Sem 8: Real Time DSP Implementation, Sem 7: Theory & Applications of DSP | Sem 8: Choose one of the following electives:, Sem 7: Choose one of the following electives: | Sem 8: *Semiconductor Devices, Sem 7: *Application of the Internet of Things | Sem 8: *Applied Embedded OSs, Sem 7: *Data Communications | Sem 8: *Digital Control, Sem 7: *Digital Communication Analysis | Sem 8: *Embedded System on Chip Design, Sem 7: * Microelectronic Circuit Design | Sem 8: * = Elective

What further study options exist for graduates of BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering?

Graduates from this programme may continue their studies at masters degree level. There is a master degree programme available in the School of Engineering in SETU Waterford. Graduates of BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering may find employment in the following areas:Electronics DesignControl EngineeringResearch & DevelopmentTest and MeasurementTechnical SupportElectronic SalesFollow on Study for BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering graduates:MEng in Electronic EngineeringResearch Opportunities BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering graduates:Some recent graduates are pursuing Masters and PhD level research in Ireland and abroad.

SE700 Waterford

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

Electronic Engineering

What is the BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering?

The BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering is a full-time, four-year honours degree available through the Engineering Common Entry Route at South East Technological University. The course is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in electronic systems, circuit design, embedded technologies, automation, communications, and modern engineering problem-solving.

Throughout the programme, students develop both theoretical knowledge and practical, industry-focused skills through laboratory work, project-based learning, and real-world engineering applications. The course is recognised by Engineers Ireland, helping to prepare graduates for a wide range of careers within the electronics, manufacturing, automation, pharmaceutical, energy, and technology sectors.

Industrial Studies and Placement

A key feature of the programme is its strong emphasis on industry engagement and professional development. In Year 3, Semester 6, students undertake a structured industry placement from mid-February to mid-August within an electronics or engineering-related company. Before beginning placement, students complete an intensive preparation programme covering Health & Safety, Resource Management, and Engineering Ethics, ensuring they are ready for the professional workplace environment.

Students on the programme have previously completed placements with leading national and international companies including ABB, Abbott, Analog Devices, Bausch & Lomb, Braun, Datapac, EMC, Ericsson, ESB, GEA Automation, Honeywell, Intel, Janssen Pharmaceutical, Kromberg & Schubert, Merck Sharp & Dohme, Sanmina-SCI, and Schering Plough. These placements provide valuable hands-on experience, industry connections, and insight into modern engineering practices, often leading to graduate employment opportunities following completion of the degree.

Year 1

Semester 1	Semester 2
Introduction to Engineering	Analogue Electronic Devices
Engineering Computing	DC Circuit Theory
Engineering Maths 1	Introduction to Electronic & Electrical Technology
Engineering Professionalism	Introduction to Programming
Engineering Physics 1	Engineering Maths 2
	Engineering Physics 2

Year 2

Semester 3	Semester 4
Advanced Programming for Robotics	Analogue Electronic Circuits 2
Analogue Electronic Circuits 1	Digital Systems
Finite State Machines	Electric Circuit Theory
Maths Ordinary Differential Equations	Maths Advanced Calculus
Intro Telecoms Theory	Micro Electronics
AC Circuit Theory	Object Orientated Programming for Microcontrollers

Year 3

Semester 5	Semester 6
Advanced Engineering Maths	Placement
Analogue Control	Enterprise Studies
Embedded Systems Scripting	Research Methods
Mobile Wireless Telecoms 1
Semiconductor Fundamentals
Choose one of the following electives:
*Analogue Circuit Designs
*Electromagnetic Fields & Waves	* = Elective

Year 4

Semester 7	Semester 8
Embedded Systems Architecture & Hardware	Project Implementation
Mobile Wireless Telecoms 2	Embedded Firmware
Project Specification	Real Time DSP Implementation
Theory & Applications of DSP	Choose one of the following electives:
Choose one of the following electives:	*Semiconductor Devices
*Application of the Internet of Things	*Applied Embedded OSs
*Data Communications	*Digital Control
*Digital Communication Analysis	*Embedded System on Chip Design
* Microelectronic Circuit Design	* = Elective

Leaving Cert: Entry requirements for BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering:

2 subjects: H5
4 subjects: O6/H7
English or Irish: O6/H7
Mathematics: O2/H6

Advanced and Equivalent Entry for the BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering:

Students who complete other engineering courses at SETU, or another third level institution, at ordinary degree level or equivalent, may apply to transfer onto this course at the third year stage. Students who complete level 6 higher certificate programmes in engineering may apply for entry into this course at the second year stage.

Graduates from this programme may continue their studies at masters degree level. There is a master degree programme available in the School of Engineering in SETU Waterford.

Graduates of BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering may find employment in the following areas:

Electronics Design
Control Engineering
Research & Development
Test and Measurement
Technical Support
Electronic Sales

Follow on Study for BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering graduates:

MEng in Electronic Engineering

Research Opportunities BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering graduates:

Some recent graduates are pursuing Masters and PhD level research in Ireland and abroad.

CourseCast Podcast

Listen to our Engineering (Common Entry) episode to hear real insights from students and lecturers about this course, what you’ll learn, and where it can lead.

CourseCast 6 May 2026

Engineering

This episode focuses on the Bachelor of Engineering (Common Entry) at SETU. Lecturer on the programme David Williams outlines how the course is structured, explaining the process of specialisation from Second Year. Current students Bevin Bowdren and Lukas Malik, describe their experiences so far, outlining travel and placement opportunities and the parts of the course they particularly enjoy. Graduate Grace Malone talks about her current role as a Civil Engineer and what that entails. David and the guests also delve into the vast career opportunities for engineering graduates, as well as dispelling some myths about the course, and addressing the gender balance in the profession.

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