Faculty of Engineering

School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Electronics & Nanotechnology (BEng/MEng)
(Subject to Approval)

The world has been transformed by the power of silicon

microelectronic technology. Communications, transport, science,
medicine and entertainment are just some of the fields that have
benefited. The milestone of one billion transistors on a chip was
recently reached and such chips are already in use in consumer
products such as digital cameras, phones and MP3 players. And yet,
nanotechnologies such as carbon nanotubes, molecular self-assembly
and bio-molecular electronics, and new paradigms such as quantum
computing and spintronics are set to fuel another great revolution in
electronics technology.

This unique and exciting course is focussed directly on this interface
between the fields of electronics and nanotechnology. It covers the
foundations of electronic engineering, from communications systems,
through to computer engineering, integrated circuit design and
micro/nano fabrication. It will enable students to understand the
principles of electronics and nanotechnology, in particular the
principles of the fabrication and design of modern microelectronic
products.
Why study Electronics and Nanotechnology
at Leeds
• The course draws on the world-leading nano-electronics research
expertise in the School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering. In the
most recent UK government Research Assessment Exercise (RAE),
Leeds was one of only five Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Schools to be awarded the highest 5* award for research excellence.
• You will have access to multi-million pound research and experimental
facilities including molecular electronics, embedded systems and
experimental electronics laboratories, a nanotechnology cleanroom
and molecular beam epitaxy.
• We have first class learning and teaching facilities including state-of-
the-art project laboratories, lecture theatres and computer clusters,
along with quiet study areas and free wireless internet access.
• Opportunities for work experience exist through our Industrial
Placement Scheme and International Corporate Leadership
programme.
• Our strong links with employers, ensures that our graduates are highly
regarded and sought after. The broad coverage of electronics keeps a
wide range of options open, whilst the unique nanotechnology
exposure means graduates can seek top flight jobs in micro- and
nano-electronic design, semiconductor fabrication and in academic
research.
Course Outline – Key Topics
Year 1 (BEng/MEng)
Circuit Principles 1 & 2 Introductory Embedded Systems
Consumer Electronics Analytical Techniques 1 & 2
Electronics Materials Design Project
Analogue Electronics Digital Laboratory
Communications Communications Laboratory
Energy Conversions

Year 2 (BEng/MEng)
Control Systems Software Engineering
Transistors and Circuits Microelectronics Applications
RF Engineering Embedded Systems Project
Electromagnetism Advanced Analytical Techniques
Communications Systems Circuits Laboratory
Professional Development Control Laboratory
Molecular Electronics Microprocessor and VLSI Laboratory

Year 3 (BEng/MEng)
Compulsory Modules:
Individual Project Career Development
Industrial Management
Optional Modules (6 modules from the following options):
Optoelectronics Optical Communications Systems
Circuit and Systems Digital Signal Processing
Radio Propagation and Antennas Embedded Systems
Control Systems and Design Optical Fibre Technology
RF and Microwave Engineering

Year 4 (MEng only)

Compulsory Module:
Group Design Project
Optional Modules (4 modules from the following options):
Micro/Nano-Electromechanical Systems Molecular Electronics
Next Generation Silicon Technologies VLSI Design
Quantum Computing Embedded Systems Design

The list of modules provides a flavour of what students may study. It is important to note that the availability of some options in later years will be determined by earlier choices.
We also regularly review the structure, content and assessment of our courses and may vary them from time to time in light of experience and new developments.

Entry Requirements Scholarships

The principal entry requirement is the GCE A-level, although a wide
range of other qualifications are welcomed and accepted, and informal
enquiries are encouraged. A-level offers are AAB for the MEng
programme and ABB for the BEng programme, including A-level
Mathematics.
International Students
International students must have an English Language qualification at a
suitable level, for example IELTS 6.0. The University’s Language Centre
offers several courses to help international students improve their English
language skills. You can find more information on the Language Centre
website: www.leeds.ac.uk/languages/lc_home.html.
Through special arrangements with colleges in Malaysia, Singapore, and
other countries, we are able to offer direct entry to our second or third
year to some applicants who have suitable educational qualifications.
Leeds has offices in several countries where students can obtain advice
about the application process and pre-departure information. For the
latest details, see: www.leeds.ac.uk/international.
We offer an automatic £1,500 scholarship to any new Home/EU fee
paying student who achieves 3 As at A-level (A2) or equivalent and enrols
on any undergraduate course in the Faculty of Engineering. Certain
conditions apply, students must achieve the As in the A-level subjects
required for the course. For more information about the scholarship and
eligibility please visit: www.engineering.leeds.ac.uk/ug/scholarship.
As part of our commitment to international students, substantial part-fee
bursaries are available to applicants from many countries. For further
details on scholarships, please contact the Undergraduate Admissions
Team.
How to Apply
All undergraduate applications should be made online through the
Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). The web address
for UCAS is www.ucas.ac.uk. The deadline for applications is January of
the year of entry. Please note as this course is still undergoing the formal
stages of approval we do not have a UCAS code for the course, please
contact us for more information.

Undergraduate Admissions Team

School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering
University of Leeds, Leeds, LS2 9JT
t +44 (0)113 343 2012
f +44 (0)113 343 2032
e electronics@leeds.ac.uk
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