- Astronautics and Space Engineering
BEng (Hons) or MEng — 2024 entry Astronautics and Space Engineering
Our BEng and MEng Astronautics and Space Engineering degrees will prepare you for a dynamic career in the ever-evolving field of space. You'll study the principles and technologies essential for space exploration and satellite systems.
Why choose
this course?
Having pioneered the small satellite industry 40 years ago, Surrey Space Centre designs and builds innovative commercial satellites to launch into orbit. This means our BEng and MEng Astronautics and Space Engineering* courses give you a unique opportunity to learn from inspiring academics at the forefront of space engineering.
You’ll also have the opportunity to do a Professional Training placement, which is excellent preparation for a technology-based career path.
*Please note: these courses were previously named BEng or MEng Electronic Engineering with Space Systems.
Accreditation
What you will study
You’ll apply your knowledge through project work, giving you the opportunity to work closely with academics from Surrey Space Centre. This will enable you to gain practical experience of the technologies that go into space missions.
You can apply to study for either a BEng or MEng. The MEng builds on the BEng with a masters year and is a direct route to a masters qualification. Depending on your progress, you may have the option to switch to a BEng or MEng during your studies.
Find out more about the benefits of an integrated masters degree.
Professional recognition
BEng (Hons) - Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
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 partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
MEng - Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Facilities
Extensive teaching laboratories, plus networked Linux and Windows computer suites with 24-hour access, are available to all electrical and electronic engineering undergraduates.
You’ll also have access to state-of-the-art research facilities in Year 3 if you’re completing a project linked to one of our research centres:
- Electronics or nanotechnology (Advanced Technology Institute)
- Communications (Institute for Communication Systems)
- AI and audio-visual signal processing (Centre for Vision, Speech and Signal Processing)
- Power electronics and space engineering (Surrey Space Centre).
We actively encourage you to do project work outside of timetabled hours – as long as you follow safe working practices.
Students have the chance to carry out their own projects in the ‘Makerspace’ work area run by SurreyEARS (Electronics and Amateur Radio Society) with support from the School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering.
The academic year is divided into two semesters of 15 weeks each. Each semester consists of a period of teaching, revision/directed learning and assessment.
The structure of our programmes follow clear educational aims that are tailored to each programme. These are all outlined in the programme specifications which include further details such as the learning outcomes.
- Astronautics and Space Engineering BEng (Hons)
- Astronautics and Space Engineering BEng (Hons) with placement
- Astronautics and Space Engineering BEng (Hons) with foundation year
- Astronautics and Space Engineering BEng (Hons) with foundation year and placement
- Astronautics and Space Engineering MEng
- Astronautics and Space Engineering MEng with placement
Please note: The full module listing for the optional Professional Training placement part of your course is available in the relevant programme specification.
Modules
Course options
Year 1 - BEng (Hons)
Semester 1
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: None. Module purpose: The module offers an introduction to circuit theory and analogue electronics.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Mathematical knowledge at the level of entry requirements for a degree programme in Engineering. Module purpose: Mathematics is the best tool we have for quantitative understanding of engineering systems. This course in pure mathematics is specifically designed for Electronic Engineering students and covers the fundamental techniques for many future engineering courses taught here.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: None specifically advised. Module purpose: This course offers an introduction to the principles of digital logic covering both the theory (e.g. logical operators, their combination and simplification, and basic logic circuit arrangements such as counters & registers) and the practical implementation of logic flows within software. The latter serves also as an introduction to the principles of programming through the Python language.
View full course detailsCore
Expected prior learning: None. Module purpose: Working individually or in groups on engineering projects requires a wide range of professional and technical skills. This module helps first year students develop skills in research and technical presentation, along with the practical laboratory skills required by the professional engineer. Both units of assessment must be passed individually. No compensation is allowed for this module. This module is the first module a student will encounter within the Laboratory, Design and Professional Studies group of modules in Year 1 (EEE1027 in semester 1 and EEE1028 in semester 2), in Year 2 (EEE2036 in semester 1 and EEE2037 in semester 2) and EEE3035 in year 3.
View full course detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: Learning equivalent to modules studied in Year 1, Semester 1. Module purpose: The ability to use mathematics with confidence underpins a successful engineering degree. This module provides students with some of the basic understanding and skills in mathematics needed to follow a degree programme in modern engineering. The content is specifically related to topics associated with electronic engineering.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: None. Module purpose: To understand the physics and engineering that underpins the operation of semiconductor devices and to use this to understand the operation of simple bipolar devices and MOS transistors. In addition to understand the effects electric and magnetic fields and their interaction with matter within the discipline of electronic engineering.
View full course detailsModule purpose: Programming is a key part of electronic engineering and the C programming language is at the heart of many embedded software systems. This module will provide the students with a solid practical knowledge of the C programming language, its relationship to the underlying hardware and aspects of both high level programming and low level manipulation of memory.
View full course detailsCore
Expected prior/parallel learning: None Module purpose: This module is the second module a student will encounter within the Laboratory, Design and Professional Studies group of modules. In builds upon EEE1027 in semester 1 and sees the introduction of project work alongside experiment. In subsequent years students building on their labs, design and professional studies work in Year 2 (EEE2036 in semester 1 and EEE2037 in semester 2) and EEE3035 in year 3. Working individually or in groups on technical engineering projects requires a wide range of professional skills. Linking the laboratory work closely with professional development stresses the importance of developing an integrated portfolio of project skills. Both units of assessment must be passed individually. No compensation is allowed for this module.
View full course detailsYear 2 - BEng (Hons)
Semester 1
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: Learning equivalent to Year 1 of EE Programmes. Module purpose: This module is divided into two parts (Circuit & Control Systems and Communications & Networking) each of which build on the concepts and tools introduced in Year 1.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Mathematical experience equivalent to Year 1 of EE programmes or equivalent. Module purpose: This module builds on the fundamental tools and concepts introduced in the mathematics modules in Year 1 (EEE1031 and EEE1032) and applies them to further engineering examples. A broad range of mathematics topics is covered, and their applications are always borne in mind.
View full course detailsModule purpose: this module is organized into two parts that run concurrently. Part A introduces the students to microprocessors. This covers the key concepts in microprocessor organization and design; specifically for the instruction set, performance analysis, the arithmetic logic unit (ALU), and the processor control and data paths. Additionally, we explore common memory hierarchies and caching problems. In class problems are given as examples in design. Part B covers the analysis, design and implementation of computer algorithms. It presents concepts and methods for the analysis of algorithms. Classic programming techniques and data-structures needed to develop efficient algorithms in C for solving logical and data-handling problems are introduced, and students will attend programming lab sessions where they have the opportunity to implement in C the algorithms that have been covered. This module has strong connections with a number of modules within the curriculum. The module directly builds on the Year 1 modules which establish a foundation in programming (EEE1033 and EEE1035). This module uses C as the main programming language, thus providing continuity with the first year where it was introduced. The module also prepares students for subsequent modules. This includes the Year 2 Semester 2 modules concerned with object-oriented programming (EEE2047) and computer vision & graphics (EEE2041) as well as specialist modules in Year 3 such as Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition (EEE3032), Digital Design with VHDL (EEE3027), Robotics (EEE3243), etc.
View full course detailsCore
Expected prior learning: Learning equivalent to Year 1 of EE UG Programmes or equivalent Module purpose: Hands-on experimental skills, professional skills, and enterprise skills are important to today’s electronic engineers. This module helps the students to develop these skills by offering them laboratory-based experiments, team design projects and professional studies on transferrable skills. These activities are based on either individual or teamwork.
View full course detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: Learning equivalent to Year 1 of EE Programmes. Module purpose: Space engineering provides a foundation for human access and utilization of space and has shown growing importance to global economy. The module offers basics of space engineering and mission design. Students will obtain an introduction on mission analysis and design tools, instrumentation and space technologies. For those students on the undergraduate “space” pathways, the module acts as an introduction to the space engineering and mission design, and the themes are picked up in the compulsory Level 6 modules: EEE3040 Space Engineering and EEE3039 Space Dynamics and Missions, where they are examined in more detail. These modules, together, provide the background and context for the detailed individual Level 7 modules concerning different aspects, systems and applications of spacecraft: e.g. EEEM044 RF Systems and Circuit Design; EEM031 Satellite Communications Fundamentals; EEEM033 Satellite Remote Sensing; EEEM059 Space Avionics;.EEEM009 Advanced Guidance, Navigation and Control; EEEM032 Advanced Satellite Communications Techniques; EEEM012 Launch Vehicles and Propulsion; and EEEM057 Space Environment and Protection. Students may choose their own selection from these advanced Level 7 modules, according to their interests or future career choices.
View full course detailsExpected prior/parallel learning: None Module purpose: All modern electronic devices make use of transistor technology and their future developments, via Moore’s Law and beyond, are fundamentally linked to device architecture. This module will introduce modern CMOS transistor structures and link to the operation for integrated circuits and modern memory devices. The module will also show how electric and magnetic fields can be unified within Maxwell’s equations to produce electromagnetic theory and solve common problems.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: A good working knowledge of procedural programming, preferably in the C programming language. [Surrey EEE students should have achieved this in their Year 1 studies. Module purpose: Object orientated programming (OOP) is a popular programming methodology for large application programming. C++ is a powerful programming language which, being backwards compatible with C, provides efficient access to low level components of a system. This makes it important for Electronic Engineering yet it is also a fully functioning industrially recognized language for large scale application programming. The module will provide students with the fundamentals of Object Orientated Design and Programming, with specific emphasis on its implementation in the C++ language.
View full course detailsCore
Expected prior learning: Participation in module EEE2036 "Laboratories, Design & Professional Studies III" Module purpose: Hands-on experimental skills, professional skills, and enterprise skills are important to today’s electronic engineers. This module helps the students to develop these skills by offering them laboratory-based experiments, team design projects and professional studies on transferrable skills. These activities are based on either individual or team work.
View full course detailsYear 3 - BEng (Hons)
Semester 1
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: This module is a follow-up to some of the core professional development activities in Year 2. Module purpose: This module is a professional development module that is compulsory on all undergraduate programmes. The module builds from the team projects performed as part of the professional studies components of the Year 1 and 2 Labs, Design and Professional Studies modules (EEE1026, EEE1027, EEE2036 and EEE2037). The module provides students with competences and hands-on experience of an extended project and professional practice in modern electrical, electronic and computer engineering. The module’s focus is a student-driven team-based product-design project that applies skills and practices addressed in the syllabus. In addition, it provides a skillset for successful management of individual projects, in particular the Year 3 project, and future group projects, such as the multi-disciplinary design project in MEng Year 4.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Students are expected to be familiar with the module contents of EEE1031, EEE1032, EEE2035 and equivalent. Students are also expected to be familiar with the basic principles of computer programming such as the writing of a function, for/while loops, if/else statements. It is helpful, but not essential, to have studied module EEE2043 – Space Engineering and Mission Design or to have equivalent learning. Student Journey: This module applies Engineering Mathematics concepts introduced in year 1 and 2 to the motion of objects in space. Combined with EEEM009 - Advanced Guidance Navigation & Control, which builds upon EEE3039 concepts to present students with a more in-depth overview of space-related hardware and software, EEE3039 aims at laying out the foundation for describing, predicting, and controlling the motion of objects in Space (both in terms of spacecraft position and orientation with respect to suitable reference frames). Module purpose: This module gives a hands-on approach to mission analysis and develops mathematical descriptions of the natural orbital and rotational motions of spacecraft. Material is delivered through a series of lectures, group problem solving and assessed assignments. The application to mission design is explored through group work and coding assignments.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Good background in physics including forces and motion, heat and light, and electricity and magnetism as might have been acquired at A/AS level or International Baccalaureate Physics. It is also useful to have some knowledge of typical space missions: BEng/MEng students might have acquired this through the EEE2043 – Space Engineering & Mission Design module. Module purpose: This is a key module for students interested in becoming space systems engineers, or in working in a related field. It introduces the student to the key principles and techniques of spacecraft systems design, through real-world examples. The student journey: For those students on the undergraduate “space” pathways, the compulsory Level 6 modules: EEE3040 Space Engineering and EEE3039 Space Dynamics and Missions, build upon the Level 5 Module EEE2043 Space Engineering and Mission Design, but provide a more detailed examination of the material. For students coming in on the MSc space pathway, EE3040 provides a first introduction to space systems design – therefore no prior knowledge of space is expected, however, a good understanding of basic physics and mathematics (to “A” level or first year undergraduate level or equivalent) is assumed. These modules, together, provide the background and context for the detailed individual Level 7 modules concerning different aspects, systems and applications of spacecraft: e.g. EEEM044 RF Systems and Circuit Design; EEM031 Satellite Communications Fundamentals; EEEM033 Satellite Remote Sensing; EEEM059 Space Avionics;.EEEM009 Advanced Guidance, Navigation and Control; EEEM032 Advanced Satellite Communications Techniques; EEEM012 Launch Vehicles and Propulsion; EEEM M057 Space Environment and Protection and EEEM049 Spacecraft Structures and Mechanisms. Students may choose their own selection from these advanced Level 7 modules, according to their interests or future career choices.
View full course detailsSemester 2
Optional
Expected prior learning: Module EEE2033 – Electronics III: Circuits, Control and Communications or equivalent learning. Module purpose: Control Engineering covers classical control theory as well as more modern methods. Students have the opportunity in this module to evaluate and apply various control techniques. This module builds on basic concepts previously introduced in Electronics III: Circuits, Control and Communications EEE2033, or equivalent learning and builds the fundamentals for a subsequent career as a control engineer or systems engineer.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Module EEE2040 – Communications Networks or equivalent learning. Module purpose: The Internet is an important worldwide communications system; the module provides an in-depth treatment of current and evolving Internet protocols and standards, and the algorithms that underlie them. The module also permits further study on networking in modules such as EEEM018 Advanced Mobile Communication Systems, EEEM023 Network Service management and Control, EEEM032 Advanced Satellite Communication Techniques
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Modules EEE2033 – Circuits, Control and Communications, or equivalent learning. Knowledge of linear systems and of the basics of control engineering is particularly helpful. Module purpose: This module aims to develop a better understanding of transistor amplifiers, power semiconductor switching devices and various power converters. A detailed analysis of power converters like AC to DC phase controlled rectifiers, AC to AC, DC to DC converter & Pulse Width Modulated (PWM) inverters will be provided. In order to develop a broader understanding of this subject, a few domestic & industrial applications will be taught in this module.
View full course detailsModule purpose: This module provides knowledge about advanced digital circuit design and the hardware description language VHDL. The practical part of the course is concerned with FPGA implementation, using modern CAD tools and FPGA prototyping boards. This module builds on from many Electronic Engineering modules at undergraduate level in the topics of Circuit Design and Processor design such EEE2045 Electrical Science II and will lead on to EEEM059 Space Avionics
View full course detailsThis module aims to introduce the operating principles of electrical machines used in the power stations. Further this module will cover to a greater depth the concept of power transmission using interconnected grid systems, overhead and underground power transmission and distribution systems. This module is primarily intended for students on an Electrical engineering pathway but is widely available to students on other pathways so that they may get some exposure to the engineering achievement and challenges of large-scale electrical machines (generators, motors and transformers) and the operation of the power grid. Module EEE3038 Electrical Machines and Power module builds upon the electromagnetic theory covered in Level 5 module EEE2045 Electrical Science II. It shows how this leads to the design and understanding of the operation of large electrical (AC) machines – motors, generators and transformers. The module is complementary to the Level 6 module EEE3026 Power Electronics, which deals primarily with circuit level devices. Together, these modules provide a good understanding of AC electricity for students who wish to embark on a career in the electrical power industry. For students on the MEng electrical pathways, the material covered in these modules provides the fundamental knowledge required for the compulsory Level 7 modules: EEEM058 Renewable Energy Technologies and ENGM246 Wind Energy Technology. Students graduating from these programmes are well set up for careers in the burgeoning “green” industries.
View full course detailsSemester 1 & 2
Core
Expected prior/parallel learning: Appropriate background knowledge related to the project topic. Module purpose: The purpose of the Year 3 Individual Project is to prepare students for independent problem solving and independent work in engineering (or other professional environment). The module builds from the shorter projects undertaken in Year 1 (EEE1027 and EEE1028) and Year 2 (EEE2036 and EEE2037) labs, design and professional studies modules. Students undertake an extended piece of research and development work on a particular topic over two semesters, and then present the outcomes of this work via a written Final Project Report and an oral presentation, in the form of a viva-voce examination. This module will further develop a student’s skills in planning, problem-solving and analysis, formal writing and presenting their work. For students staying on to MEng programme, this individual module feeds into the group Multidisciplinary Design project.
View full course detailsYear 1 - BEng (Hons) with PTY
Semester 1
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: None. Module purpose: The module offers an introduction to circuit theory and analogue electronics.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Mathematical knowledge at the level of entry requirements for a degree programme in Engineering. Module purpose: Mathematics is the best tool we have for quantitative understanding of engineering systems. This course in pure mathematics is specifically designed for Electronic Engineering students and covers the fundamental techniques for many future engineering courses taught here.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: None specifically advised. Module purpose: This course offers an introduction to the principles of digital logic covering both the theory (e.g. logical operators, their combination and simplification, and basic logic circuit arrangements such as counters & registers) and the practical implementation of logic flows within software. The latter serves also as an introduction to the principles of programming through the Python language.
View full course detailsCore
Expected prior learning: None. Module purpose: Working individually or in groups on engineering projects requires a wide range of professional and technical skills. This module helps first year students develop skills in research and technical presentation, along with the practical laboratory skills required by the professional engineer. Both units of assessment must be passed individually. No compensation is allowed for this module. This module is the first module a student will encounter within the Laboratory, Design and Professional Studies group of modules in Year 1 (EEE1027 in semester 1 and EEE1028 in semester 2), in Year 2 (EEE2036 in semester 1 and EEE2037 in semester 2) and EEE3035 in year 3.
View full course detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: Learning equivalent to modules studied in Year 1, Semester 1. Module purpose: The ability to use mathematics with confidence underpins a successful engineering degree. This module provides students with some of the basic understanding and skills in mathematics needed to follow a degree programme in modern engineering. The content is specifically related to topics associated with electronic engineering.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: None. Module purpose: To understand the physics and engineering that underpins the operation of semiconductor devices and to use this to understand the operation of simple bipolar devices and MOS transistors. In addition to understand the effects electric and magnetic fields and their interaction with matter within the discipline of electronic engineering.
View full course detailsModule purpose: Programming is a key part of electronic engineering and the C programming language is at the heart of many embedded software systems. This module will provide the students with a solid practical knowledge of the C programming language, its relationship to the underlying hardware and aspects of both high level programming and low level manipulation of memory.
View full course detailsCore
Expected prior/parallel learning: None Module purpose: This module is the second module a student will encounter within the Laboratory, Design and Professional Studies group of modules. In builds upon EEE1027 in semester 1 and sees the introduction of project work alongside experiment. In subsequent years students building on their labs, design and professional studies work in Year 2 (EEE2036 in semester 1 and EEE2037 in semester 2) and EEE3035 in year 3. Working individually or in groups on technical engineering projects requires a wide range of professional skills. Linking the laboratory work closely with professional development stresses the importance of developing an integrated portfolio of project skills. Both units of assessment must be passed individually. No compensation is allowed for this module.
View full course detailsYear 2 - BEng (Hons) with PTY
Semester 1
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: Learning equivalent to Year 1 of EE Programmes. Module purpose: This module is divided into two parts (Circuit & Control Systems and Communications & Networking) each of which build on the concepts and tools introduced in Year 1.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Mathematical experience equivalent to Year 1 of EE programmes or equivalent. Module purpose: This module builds on the fundamental tools and concepts introduced in the mathematics modules in Year 1 (EEE1031 and EEE1032) and applies them to further engineering examples. A broad range of mathematics topics is covered, and their applications are always borne in mind.
View full course detailsModule purpose: this module is organized into two parts that run concurrently. Part A introduces the students to microprocessors. This covers the key concepts in microprocessor organization and design; specifically for the instruction set, performance analysis, the arithmetic logic unit (ALU), and the processor control and data paths. Additionally, we explore common memory hierarchies and caching problems. In class problems are given as examples in design. Part B covers the analysis, design and implementation of computer algorithms. It presents concepts and methods for the analysis of algorithms. Classic programming techniques and data-structures needed to develop efficient algorithms in C for solving logical and data-handling problems are introduced, and students will attend programming lab sessions where they have the opportunity to implement in C the algorithms that have been covered. This module has strong connections with a number of modules within the curriculum. The module directly builds on the Year 1 modules which establish a foundation in programming (EEE1033 and EEE1035). This module uses C as the main programming language, thus providing continuity with the first year where it was introduced. The module also prepares students for subsequent modules. This includes the Year 2 Semester 2 modules concerned with object-oriented programming (EEE2047) and computer vision & graphics (EEE2041) as well as specialist modules in Year 3 such as Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition (EEE3032), Digital Design with VHDL (EEE3027), Robotics (EEE3243), etc.
View full course detailsCore
Expected prior learning: Learning equivalent to Year 1 of EE UG Programmes or equivalent Module purpose: Hands-on experimental skills, professional skills, and enterprise skills are important to today’s electronic engineers. This module helps the students to develop these skills by offering them laboratory-based experiments, team design projects and professional studies on transferrable skills. These activities are based on either individual or teamwork.
View full course detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: Learning equivalent to Year 1 of EE Programmes. Module purpose: Space engineering provides a foundation for human access and utilization of space and has shown growing importance to global economy. The module offers basics of space engineering and mission design. Students will obtain an introduction on mission analysis and design tools, instrumentation and space technologies. For those students on the undergraduate “space” pathways, the module acts as an introduction to the space engineering and mission design, and the themes are picked up in the compulsory Level 6 modules: EEE3040 Space Engineering and EEE3039 Space Dynamics and Missions, where they are examined in more detail. These modules, together, provide the background and context for the detailed individual Level 7 modules concerning different aspects, systems and applications of spacecraft: e.g. EEEM044 RF Systems and Circuit Design; EEM031 Satellite Communications Fundamentals; EEEM033 Satellite Remote Sensing; EEEM059 Space Avionics;.EEEM009 Advanced Guidance, Navigation and Control; EEEM032 Advanced Satellite Communications Techniques; EEEM012 Launch Vehicles and Propulsion; and EEEM057 Space Environment and Protection. Students may choose their own selection from these advanced Level 7 modules, according to their interests or future career choices.
View full course detailsExpected prior/parallel learning: None Module purpose: All modern electronic devices make use of transistor technology and their future developments, via Moore’s Law and beyond, are fundamentally linked to device architecture. This module will introduce modern CMOS transistor structures and link to the operation for integrated circuits and modern memory devices. The module will also show how electric and magnetic fields can be unified within Maxwell’s equations to produce electromagnetic theory and solve common problems.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: A good working knowledge of procedural programming, preferably in the C programming language. [Surrey EEE students should have achieved this in their Year 1 studies. Module purpose: Object orientated programming (OOP) is a popular programming methodology for large application programming. C++ is a powerful programming language which, being backwards compatible with C, provides efficient access to low level components of a system. This makes it important for Electronic Engineering yet it is also a fully functioning industrially recognized language for large scale application programming. The module will provide students with the fundamentals of Object Orientated Design and Programming, with specific emphasis on its implementation in the C++ language.
View full course detailsCore
Expected prior learning: Participation in module EEE2036 "Laboratories, Design & Professional Studies III" Module purpose: Hands-on experimental skills, professional skills, and enterprise skills are important to today’s electronic engineers. This module helps the students to develop these skills by offering them laboratory-based experiments, team design projects and professional studies on transferrable skills. These activities are based on either individual or team work.
View full course detailsYear 3 - BEng (Hons) with PTY
Semester 1
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: This module is a follow-up to some of the core professional development activities in Year 2. Module purpose: This module is a professional development module that is compulsory on all undergraduate programmes. The module builds from the team projects performed as part of the professional studies components of the Year 1 and 2 Labs, Design and Professional Studies modules (EEE1026, EEE1027, EEE2036 and EEE2037). The module provides students with competences and hands-on experience of an extended project and professional practice in modern electrical, electronic and computer engineering. The module’s focus is a student-driven team-based product-design project that applies skills and practices addressed in the syllabus. In addition, it provides a skillset for successful management of individual projects, in particular the Year 3 project, and future group projects, such as the multi-disciplinary design project in MEng Year 4.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Students are expected to be familiar with the module contents of EEE1031, EEE1032, EEE2035 and equivalent. Students are also expected to be familiar with the basic principles of computer programming such as the writing of a function, for/while loops, if/else statements. It is helpful, but not essential, to have studied module EEE2043 – Space Engineering and Mission Design or to have equivalent learning. Student Journey: This module applies Engineering Mathematics concepts introduced in year 1 and 2 to the motion of objects in space. Combined with EEEM009 - Advanced Guidance Navigation & Control, which builds upon EEE3039 concepts to present students with a more in-depth overview of space-related hardware and software, EEE3039 aims at laying out the foundation for describing, predicting, and controlling the motion of objects in Space (both in terms of spacecraft position and orientation with respect to suitable reference frames). Module purpose: This module gives a hands-on approach to mission analysis and develops mathematical descriptions of the natural orbital and rotational motions of spacecraft. Material is delivered through a series of lectures, group problem solving and assessed assignments. The application to mission design is explored through group work and coding assignments.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Good background in physics including forces and motion, heat and light, and electricity and magnetism as might have been acquired at A/AS level or International Baccalaureate Physics. It is also useful to have some knowledge of typical space missions: BEng/MEng students might have acquired this through the EEE2043 – Space Engineering & Mission Design module. Module purpose: This is a key module for students interested in becoming space systems engineers, or in working in a related field. It introduces the student to the key principles and techniques of spacecraft systems design, through real-world examples. The student journey: For those students on the undergraduate “space” pathways, the compulsory Level 6 modules: EEE3040 Space Engineering and EEE3039 Space Dynamics and Missions, build upon the Level 5 Module EEE2043 Space Engineering and Mission Design, but provide a more detailed examination of the material. For students coming in on the MSc space pathway, EE3040 provides a first introduction to space systems design – therefore no prior knowledge of space is expected, however, a good understanding of basic physics and mathematics (to “A” level or first year undergraduate level or equivalent) is assumed. These modules, together, provide the background and context for the detailed individual Level 7 modules concerning different aspects, systems and applications of spacecraft: e.g. EEEM044 RF Systems and Circuit Design; EEM031 Satellite Communications Fundamentals; EEEM033 Satellite Remote Sensing; EEEM059 Space Avionics;.EEEM009 Advanced Guidance, Navigation and Control; EEEM032 Advanced Satellite Communications Techniques; EEEM012 Launch Vehicles and Propulsion; EEEM M057 Space Environment and Protection and EEEM049 Spacecraft Structures and Mechanisms. Students may choose their own selection from these advanced Level 7 modules, according to their interests or future career choices.
View full course detailsSemester 2
Optional
Expected prior learning: Module EEE2033 – Electronics III: Circuits, Control and Communications or equivalent learning. Module purpose: Control Engineering covers classical control theory as well as more modern methods. Students have the opportunity in this module to evaluate and apply various control techniques. This module builds on basic concepts previously introduced in Electronics III: Circuits, Control and Communications EEE2033, or equivalent learning and builds the fundamentals for a subsequent career as a control engineer or systems engineer.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Module EEE2040 – Communications Networks or equivalent learning. Module purpose: The Internet is an important worldwide communications system; the module provides an in-depth treatment of current and evolving Internet protocols and standards, and the algorithms that underlie them. The module also permits further study on networking in modules such as EEEM018 Advanced Mobile Communication Systems, EEEM023 Network Service management and Control, EEEM032 Advanced Satellite Communication Techniques
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Modules EEE2033 – Circuits, Control and Communications, or equivalent learning. Knowledge of linear systems and of the basics of control engineering is particularly helpful. Module purpose: This module aims to develop a better understanding of transistor amplifiers, power semiconductor switching devices and various power converters. A detailed analysis of power converters like AC to DC phase controlled rectifiers, AC to AC, DC to DC converter & Pulse Width Modulated (PWM) inverters will be provided. In order to develop a broader understanding of this subject, a few domestic & industrial applications will be taught in this module.
View full course detailsModule purpose: This module provides knowledge about advanced digital circuit design and the hardware description language VHDL. The practical part of the course is concerned with FPGA implementation, using modern CAD tools and FPGA prototyping boards. This module builds on from many Electronic Engineering modules at undergraduate level in the topics of Circuit Design and Processor design such EEE2045 Electrical Science II and will lead on to EEEM059 Space Avionics
View full course detailsThis module aims to introduce the operating principles of electrical machines used in the power stations. Further this module will cover to a greater depth the concept of power transmission using interconnected grid systems, overhead and underground power transmission and distribution systems. This module is primarily intended for students on an Electrical engineering pathway but is widely available to students on other pathways so that they may get some exposure to the engineering achievement and challenges of large-scale electrical machines (generators, motors and transformers) and the operation of the power grid. Module EEE3038 Electrical Machines and Power module builds upon the electromagnetic theory covered in Level 5 module EEE2045 Electrical Science II. It shows how this leads to the design and understanding of the operation of large electrical (AC) machines – motors, generators and transformers. The module is complementary to the Level 6 module EEE3026 Power Electronics, which deals primarily with circuit level devices. Together, these modules provide a good understanding of AC electricity for students who wish to embark on a career in the electrical power industry. For students on the MEng electrical pathways, the material covered in these modules provides the fundamental knowledge required for the compulsory Level 7 modules: EEEM058 Renewable Energy Technologies and ENGM246 Wind Energy Technology. Students graduating from these programmes are well set up for careers in the burgeoning “green” industries.
View full course detailsSemester 1 & 2
Core
Expected prior/parallel learning: Appropriate background knowledge related to the project topic. Module purpose: The purpose of the Year 3 Individual Project is to prepare students for independent problem solving and independent work in engineering (or other professional environment). The module builds from the shorter projects undertaken in Year 1 (EEE1027 and EEE1028) and Year 2 (EEE2036 and EEE2037) labs, design and professional studies modules. Students undertake an extended piece of research and development work on a particular topic over two semesters, and then present the outcomes of this work via a written Final Project Report and an oral presentation, in the form of a viva-voce examination. This module will further develop a student’s skills in planning, problem-solving and analysis, formal writing and presenting their work. For students staying on to MEng programme, this individual module feeds into the group Multidisciplinary Design project.
View full course detailsYear 3 - BEng (Hons) with PTY
Semester 1 & 2
Core
This module supports students’ development of personal and professional attitudes and abilities appropriate to a Professional Training placement. It supports and facilitates self-reflection and transfer of learning from their Professional Training placement experiences to their final year of study and their future employment. The PTY module is concerned with Personal and Professional Development towards holistic academic and non-academic learning, and is a process that involves self-reflection, documented via the creation of a personal record, planning and monitoring progress towards the achievement of personal objectives. Development and learning may occur before and during the placement, and this is reflected in the assessment model as a progressive process. However, the graded assessment takes place primarily towards the end of the placement. Additionally, the module aims to enable students to evidence and evaluate their placement experiences and transfer that learning to other situations through written and presentation skills.
View full course detailsBEng (Hons) with foundation year
Semester 1
Compulsory
This mathematics module is designed to reinforce and broaden basic A-Level mathematics material, develop problem solving skills and prepare students for the more advanced mathematical concepts and problem-solving scenarios in the semester 2 modules.The priority is to develop the students’ ability to solve real- world problems in a confident manner. The concepts delivered on this module reflect the skills and knowledge required to understand the physical around us. This is vital as mathematics plays a critical role in the students’ future employability and achievement on their respective undergraduate choices.
View full course detailsThis module introduces several principles and processes which underpin most physical science and engineering disciplines, which you are likely to study beyond the Foundation Year. Specifically, you will study topics that include S.I. units and measurement theory, electric and magnetic fields and their interactions, the properties of ideal gases, heat transfer and thermodynamics, fluid statics and dynamics, and engineering instrumentation and measurement. You will attend several lectures and a tutorial each teaching week alongside guided independent study opportunities to develop your understanding of topics more deeply, supported by the use of the university’s virtual learning platform.
View full course detailsThe emphasis of this module is on the development of digital capabilities, academic skills and problem-solving skills. The module will facilitate the development of competency in working with software commonly used to support calculations, analysis and presentation. Microsoft Excel will be used for spreadsheet-based calculations and experimental data analysis. MATLAB will be used as a platform for developing elementary programming skills and applying various processes to novel problem-solving scenarios. The breadth and depth of digital capabilities will be further enhanced by working with HTML and CSS within the GitHub environment to develop a webpage, hosting content for the conference project. The conference project provides students with an opportunity to carry out guided research and prepare a presentation on one of many discipline-specific topic choices. Students will develop a wide range of writing, referencing and other important academic skills.
View full course detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module builds on ENG0011 Mathematics A and is designed to reinforce and broaden A-Level Calculus, Vectors, Matrices and Complex Numbers. The students will continue to develop their ability to solve real- world problems in a confident manner. The concepts delivered on this module reflect the skills and knowledge required to understand the physical world around us. This is vital, as mathematics plays a critical role in the students’ future employability and achievement on their respective undergraduate courses. On completion of the module students are prepared for the more advanced Mathematical concepts and problem solving scenarios in the first year of their Engineering or Physical Sciences degree.
View full course detailsThis module introduces several principles and processes which underpin most physical science and engineering disciplines, which you are likely to study beyond the Foundation Year. Specifically, you will study topics that include vectors and scalars, equations of motion under constant acceleration, momentum conservation, simple harmonic motion and wave theory. You will attend several lectures and a tutorial each teaching week alongside guided independent study opportunities to develop your understanding of topics more deeply, supported by the use of the university’s virtual learning platform.
View full course detailsA foundation level physics module designed to reinforce and broaden basic A-Level Physics material in electricity and electronics, nuclear physics, develop practical skills, and prepare students for the more advanced concepts and applications in the first year of their Engineering or Physical Sciences degree. You will attend several lectures and a tutorial each teaching week alongside guided independent study opportunities to develop your understanding of topics more deeply, supported using the university’s virtual learning platform.
View full course detailsSemester 1 & 2
Compulsory
During this year-long module, students develop a range of laboratory and transferable skills through both individual laboratory work and group project work. The content of this module is designed to consolidate knowledge gained in ENG0013 (semester 1) and ENG0015/16/17 (semester 2) modules. Semester 1 focuses on core Engineering and Physical Sciences laboratory work and guides students through the basic skills of laboratory work, recording work in a lab diary, and lab report writing. Alongside this individual laboratory work, students participate in a group project; this involves working in a small group (5-8 students) to design an experiment, collect data, present their experimental findings as an academic poster, and report their findings to peers via a group oral presentation. Students are guided through the development of teamworking, project management, presentation, and digital skills (e.g., in using MS Teams as a group communication platform) whilst working on this project. Semester 2 provides an opportunity for subject-stream specific practical work (individual) where students will build on the laboratory and lab report writing skills developed in semester 1 to produce a full lab report. Students participate in a further group project in semester 2 where they build upon the skills developed in semester 1. Students work as a team to find and develop an engineering / physical sciences idea into a potentially viable business case. Student groups produce a written business case report and pitch their ideas to a panel including University Student Enterprise experts.
View full course detailsYear 1 - MEng
Semester 1
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: None. Module purpose: The module offers an introduction to circuit theory and analogue electronics.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Mathematical knowledge at the level of entry requirements for a degree programme in Engineering. Module purpose: Mathematics is the best tool we have for quantitative understanding of engineering systems. This course in pure mathematics is specifically designed for Electronic Engineering students and covers the fundamental techniques for many future engineering courses taught here.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: None specifically advised. Module purpose: This course offers an introduction to the principles of digital logic covering both the theory (e.g. logical operators, their combination and simplification, and basic logic circuit arrangements such as counters & registers) and the practical implementation of logic flows within software. The latter serves also as an introduction to the principles of programming through the Python language.
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Expected prior learning: None. Module purpose: Working individually or in groups on engineering projects requires a wide range of professional and technical skills. This module helps first year students develop skills in research and technical presentation, along with the practical laboratory skills required by the professional engineer. Both units of assessment must be passed individually. No compensation is allowed for this module. This module is the first module a student will encounter within the Laboratory, Design and Professional Studies group of modules in Year 1 (EEE1027 in semester 1 and EEE1028 in semester 2), in Year 2 (EEE2036 in semester 1 and EEE2037 in semester 2) and EEE3035 in year 3.
View full course detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: Learning equivalent to modules studied in Year 1, Semester 1. Module purpose: The ability to use mathematics with confidence underpins a successful engineering degree. This module provides students with some of the basic understanding and skills in mathematics needed to follow a degree programme in modern engineering. The content is specifically related to topics associated with electronic engineering.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: None. Module purpose: To understand the physics and engineering that underpins the operation of semiconductor devices and to use this to understand the operation of simple bipolar devices and MOS transistors. In addition to understand the effects electric and magnetic fields and their interaction with matter within the discipline of electronic engineering.
View full course detailsModule purpose: Programming is a key part of electronic engineering and the C programming language is at the heart of many embedded software systems. This module will provide the students with a solid practical knowledge of the C programming language, its relationship to the underlying hardware and aspects of both high level programming and low level manipulation of memory.
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Expected prior/parallel learning: None Module purpose: This module is the second module a student will encounter within the Laboratory, Design and Professional Studies group of modules. In builds upon EEE1027 in semester 1 and sees the introduction of project work alongside experiment. In subsequent years students building on their labs, design and professional studies work in Year 2 (EEE2036 in semester 1 and EEE2037 in semester 2) and EEE3035 in year 3. Working individually or in groups on technical engineering projects requires a wide range of professional skills. Linking the laboratory work closely with professional development stresses the importance of developing an integrated portfolio of project skills. Both units of assessment must be passed individually. No compensation is allowed for this module.
View full course detailsYear 2 - MEng
Semester 1
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: Learning equivalent to Year 1 of EE Programmes. Module purpose: This module is divided into two parts (Circuit & Control Systems and Communications & Networking) each of which build on the concepts and tools introduced in Year 1.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Mathematical experience equivalent to Year 1 of EE programmes or equivalent. Module purpose: This module builds on the fundamental tools and concepts introduced in the mathematics modules in Year 1 (EEE1031 and EEE1032) and applies them to further engineering examples. A broad range of mathematics topics is covered, and their applications are always borne in mind.
View full course detailsModule purpose: this module is organized into two parts that run concurrently. Part A introduces the students to microprocessors. This covers the key concepts in microprocessor organization and design; specifically for the instruction set, performance analysis, the arithmetic logic unit (ALU), and the processor control and data paths. Additionally, we explore common memory hierarchies and caching problems. In class problems are given as examples in design. Part B covers the analysis, design and implementation of computer algorithms. It presents concepts and methods for the analysis of algorithms. Classic programming techniques and data-structures needed to develop efficient algorithms in C for solving logical and data-handling problems are introduced, and students will attend programming lab sessions where they have the opportunity to implement in C the algorithms that have been covered. This module has strong connections with a number of modules within the curriculum. The module directly builds on the Year 1 modules which establish a foundation in programming (EEE1033 and EEE1035). This module uses C as the main programming language, thus providing continuity with the first year where it was introduced. The module also prepares students for subsequent modules. This includes the Year 2 Semester 2 modules concerned with object-oriented programming (EEE2047) and computer vision & graphics (EEE2041) as well as specialist modules in Year 3 such as Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition (EEE3032), Digital Design with VHDL (EEE3027), Robotics (EEE3243), etc.
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Expected prior learning: Learning equivalent to Year 1 of EE UG Programmes or equivalent Module purpose: Hands-on experimental skills, professional skills, and enterprise skills are important to today’s electronic engineers. This module helps the students to develop these skills by offering them laboratory-based experiments, team design projects and professional studies on transferrable skills. These activities are based on either individual or teamwork.
View full course detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: Learning equivalent to Year 1 of EE Programmes. Module purpose: Space engineering provides a foundation for human access and utilization of space and has shown growing importance to global economy. The module offers basics of space engineering and mission design. Students will obtain an introduction on mission analysis and design tools, instrumentation and space technologies. For those students on the undergraduate “space” pathways, the module acts as an introduction to the space engineering and mission design, and the themes are picked up in the compulsory Level 6 modules: EEE3040 Space Engineering and EEE3039 Space Dynamics and Missions, where they are examined in more detail. These modules, together, provide the background and context for the detailed individual Level 7 modules concerning different aspects, systems and applications of spacecraft: e.g. EEEM044 RF Systems and Circuit Design; EEM031 Satellite Communications Fundamentals; EEEM033 Satellite Remote Sensing; EEEM059 Space Avionics;.EEEM009 Advanced Guidance, Navigation and Control; EEEM032 Advanced Satellite Communications Techniques; EEEM012 Launch Vehicles and Propulsion; and EEEM057 Space Environment and Protection. Students may choose their own selection from these advanced Level 7 modules, according to their interests or future career choices.
View full course detailsExpected prior/parallel learning: None Module purpose: All modern electronic devices make use of transistor technology and their future developments, via Moore’s Law and beyond, are fundamentally linked to device architecture. This module will introduce modern CMOS transistor structures and link to the operation for integrated circuits and modern memory devices. The module will also show how electric and magnetic fields can be unified within Maxwell’s equations to produce electromagnetic theory and solve common problems.
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Expected prior learning: Participation in module EEE2036 "Laboratories, Design & Professional Studies III" Module purpose: Hands-on experimental skills, professional skills, and enterprise skills are important to today’s electronic engineers. This module helps the students to develop these skills by offering them laboratory-based experiments, team design projects and professional studies on transferrable skills. These activities are based on either individual or team work.
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Expected prior learning: Learning equivalent to Year 1 of EE Programmes. It is helpful, but not essential, to have taken module EEE2033 – Circuits, Control & Communications. Module purpose: Communication and data networking technologies are key components of a modern networked society.. This module provides the students with the knowledge to understand communication systems and the functions of networks, particularly the Internet. In addition, the student gain related analytical skills that can be applied in designing digital communication systems and data networks. The module is designed to provide basic-to-intermediate level introduction of the subject at the UG level and the learning developed in this module can be enhanced further via later modules (EEE3006, EEE3008, EEE3042) in the EEE programme.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: A good working knowledge of procedural programming, preferably in the C programming language. [Surrey EEE students should have achieved this in their Year 1 studies. Module purpose: Object orientated programming (OOP) is a popular programming methodology for large application programming. C++ is a powerful programming language which, being backwards compatible with C, provides efficient access to low level components of a system. This makes it important for Electronic Engineering yet it is also a fully functioning industrially recognized language for large scale application programming. The module will provide students with the fundamentals of Object Orientated Design and Programming, with specific emphasis on its implementation in the C++ language.
View full course detailsYear 3 - MEng
Semester 1
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: This module is a follow-up to some of the core professional development activities in Year 2. Module purpose: This module is a professional development module that is compulsory on all undergraduate programmes. The module builds from the team projects performed as part of the professional studies components of the Year 1 and 2 Labs, Design and Professional Studies modules (EEE1026, EEE1027, EEE2036 and EEE2037). The module provides students with competences and hands-on experience of an extended project and professional practice in modern electrical, electronic and computer engineering. The module’s focus is a student-driven team-based product-design project that applies skills and practices addressed in the syllabus. In addition, it provides a skillset for successful management of individual projects, in particular the Year 3 project, and future group projects, such as the multi-disciplinary design project in MEng Year 4.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Students are expected to be familiar with the module contents of EEE1031, EEE1032, EEE2035 and equivalent. Students are also expected to be familiar with the basic principles of computer programming such as the writing of a function, for/while loops, if/else statements. It is helpful, but not essential, to have studied module EEE2043 – Space Engineering and Mission Design or to have equivalent learning. Student Journey: This module applies Engineering Mathematics concepts introduced in year 1 and 2 to the motion of objects in space. Combined with EEEM009 - Advanced Guidance Navigation & Control, which builds upon EEE3039 concepts to present students with a more in-depth overview of space-related hardware and software, EEE3039 aims at laying out the foundation for describing, predicting, and controlling the motion of objects in Space (both in terms of spacecraft position and orientation with respect to suitable reference frames). Module purpose: This module gives a hands-on approach to mission analysis and develops mathematical descriptions of the natural orbital and rotational motions of spacecraft. Material is delivered through a series of lectures, group problem solving and assessed assignments. The application to mission design is explored through group work and coding assignments.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Good background in physics including forces and motion, heat and light, and electricity and magnetism as might have been acquired at A/AS level or International Baccalaureate Physics. It is also useful to have some knowledge of typical space missions: BEng/MEng students might have acquired this through the EEE2043 – Space Engineering & Mission Design module. Module purpose: This is a key module for students interested in becoming space systems engineers, or in working in a related field. It introduces the student to the key principles and techniques of spacecraft systems design, through real-world examples. The student journey: For those students on the undergraduate “space” pathways, the compulsory Level 6 modules: EEE3040 Space Engineering and EEE3039 Space Dynamics and Missions, build upon the Level 5 Module EEE2043 Space Engineering and Mission Design, but provide a more detailed examination of the material. For students coming in on the MSc space pathway, EE3040 provides a first introduction to space systems design – therefore no prior knowledge of space is expected, however, a good understanding of basic physics and mathematics (to “A” level or first year undergraduate level or equivalent) is assumed. These modules, together, provide the background and context for the detailed individual Level 7 modules concerning different aspects, systems and applications of spacecraft: e.g. EEEM044 RF Systems and Circuit Design; EEM031 Satellite Communications Fundamentals; EEEM033 Satellite Remote Sensing; EEEM059 Space Avionics;.EEEM009 Advanced Guidance, Navigation and Control; EEEM032 Advanced Satellite Communications Techniques; EEEM012 Launch Vehicles and Propulsion; EEEM M057 Space Environment and Protection and EEEM049 Spacecraft Structures and Mechanisms. Students may choose their own selection from these advanced Level 7 modules, according to their interests or future career choices.
View full course detailsSemester 2
Optional
Expected prior learning: Module EEE2033 – Electronics III: Circuits, Control and Communications or equivalent learning. Module purpose: Control Engineering covers classical control theory as well as more modern methods. Students have the opportunity in this module to evaluate and apply various control techniques. This module builds on basic concepts previously introduced in Electronics III: Circuits, Control and Communications EEE2033, or equivalent learning and builds the fundamentals for a subsequent career as a control engineer or systems engineer.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Module EEE2040 – Communications Networks or equivalent learning. Module purpose: The Internet is an important worldwide communications system; the module provides an in-depth treatment of current and evolving Internet protocols and standards, and the algorithms that underlie them. The module also permits further study on networking in modules such as EEEM018 Advanced Mobile Communication Systems, EEEM023 Network Service management and Control, EEEM032 Advanced Satellite Communication Techniques
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Modules EEE2033 – Circuits, Control and Communications, or equivalent learning. Knowledge of linear systems and of the basics of control engineering is particularly helpful. Module purpose: This module aims to develop a better understanding of transistor amplifiers, power semiconductor switching devices and various power converters. A detailed analysis of power converters like AC to DC phase controlled rectifiers, AC to AC, DC to DC converter & Pulse Width Modulated (PWM) inverters will be provided. In order to develop a broader understanding of this subject, a few domestic & industrial applications will be taught in this module.
View full course detailsModule purpose: This module provides knowledge about advanced digital circuit design and the hardware description language VHDL. The practical part of the course is concerned with FPGA implementation, using modern CAD tools and FPGA prototyping boards. This module builds on from many Electronic Engineering modules at undergraduate level in the topics of Circuit Design and Processor design such EEE2045 Electrical Science II and will lead on to EEEM059 Space Avionics
View full course detailsThis module aims to introduce the operating principles of electrical machines used in the power stations. Further this module will cover to a greater depth the concept of power transmission using interconnected grid systems, overhead and underground power transmission and distribution systems. This module is primarily intended for students on an Electrical engineering pathway but is widely available to students on other pathways so that they may get some exposure to the engineering achievement and challenges of large-scale electrical machines (generators, motors and transformers) and the operation of the power grid. Module EEE3038 Electrical Machines and Power module builds upon the electromagnetic theory covered in Level 5 module EEE2045 Electrical Science II. It shows how this leads to the design and understanding of the operation of large electrical (AC) machines – motors, generators and transformers. The module is complementary to the Level 6 module EEE3026 Power Electronics, which deals primarily with circuit level devices. Together, these modules provide a good understanding of AC electricity for students who wish to embark on a career in the electrical power industry. For students on the MEng electrical pathways, the material covered in these modules provides the fundamental knowledge required for the compulsory Level 7 modules: EEEM058 Renewable Energy Technologies and ENGM246 Wind Energy Technology. Students graduating from these programmes are well set up for careers in the burgeoning “green” industries.
View full course detailsSemester 1 & 2
Core
Expected prior/parallel learning: Appropriate background knowledge related to the project topic. Module purpose: The purpose of the Year 3 Individual Project is to prepare students for independent problem solving and independent work in engineering (or other professional environment). The module builds from the shorter projects undertaken in Year 1 (EEE1027 and EEE1028) and Year 2 (EEE2036 and EEE2037) labs, design and professional studies modules. Students undertake an extended piece of research and development work on a particular topic over two semesters, and then present the outcomes of this work via a written Final Project Report and an oral presentation, in the form of a viva-voce examination. This module will further develop a student’s skills in planning, problem-solving and analysis, formal writing and presenting their work. For students staying on to MEng programme, this individual module feeds into the group Multidisciplinary Design project.
View full course detailsYear 4 - MEng
Semester 1
Core
Module purpose: This module was conceived to answer the SARTOR 3 requirement that each MEng student participates in a multi-disciplinary design activity. It involves students from Aerospace, Civil, Chemical, Electronic, Mechanical and Medical Engineering working in groups which contain at least 3, and often 4, disciplines. The projects are conceived by Royal Academy of Engineering (RAE) Visiting Professors from Industry (who enjoy the active support of their sponsoring organisation). It aims to emulate an intensive Industrial Design Project.
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Expected prior/parallel learning: It is helpful, but not essential, to take module EEE3006 – Digital Communications, or to have equivalent learning. Module purpose: This module equips students with fundamental knowledge and skills of mobile/personal communications systems design and forms the basis for the students to conduct further learning of advanced mobile technologies in EEEM018 – Advanced Mobile Communication Systems and EEEM061 – Advanced 5G Wireless Technologies.
View full course detailsExpected prior/parallel learning: BEng-level understanding of digital telecommunications systems. MEng students might have partly acquired this through study of EEE3006 – Digital Communications. Module purpose: Satellite communications are an important component of modern telecommunication systems. This module provides the student with an overall understanding of satellite communication systems, technologies and techniques and equips him/her with the design tools to enter employment in the sector. The main goal of this module is to design a satellite communication link to fix or mobile users given a specified quality of service (QoS). To do so, one needs to take into account both telecommunication and satellite related parameters. In this module, you will learn about the satellite payload and how it operates, what is in the earth station and what are the characteristics of the satellite to earth link. In particular, we clearly state the differences in design compared to the terrestrial communication systems We also study in some details the modern satellite networks and constellations. [EEE3006]: This module uses several techniques addressed in digital communications module such as coding and modulation. [EEEM032]: This module is a prerequisite for the advanced satellite communication techniques. [EEEM009],[EEEM059]: Even though other satellite applications such as earth observation or satellites for navigation and positioning are not addressed in this module, however, all such application will eventually need to stablish a communication line with earth. In this sense, this module is closely related to modules on space avionics and navigation, guidance and control.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: None specifically advised. Module purpose: Earth and planetary observation with remote sensing data is playing a key role in the present understanding of natural phenomena, prevention of disasters, resources monitoring, comprehension of origins of life. Through a series of lectures, seminars, open discussions and “thinking breaks” in class, the module aims to give an introduction to the scientific principles of remote sensing – both passive and active – as carried out by spacecraft. Remote sensing is discussed in terms of instrumentation, missions, products and applications. IMPORTANT: The Second assessment pattern (100% Weighting for Written Exam) is only applicable to the MSc Short Course Students.
View full course detailsIMPORTANT: The second assessment pattern (100% Weighting) is only applicable to the MSc Short Course Students Expected prior learning: EEE3033 – RF and Microwave Fundamentals, or equivalent learning. Module purpose: Advanced communications systems and radar operate at RF and microwave frequencies. The design principles and circuit operation, underlying these systems, are quite different from those of electronics used in signal processing at baseband frequencies. This module will cover the key elements of RF and microwave system design as well as analysis concepts for a range of commonly used active circuits, including: oscillators, frequency synthesisers, amplifiers and mixers. The module will also cover the circuit design and operation of non-linear devices used in active circuits together with deployment considerations. This module will include and build on many of the concepts studied in EEE3033 RF and Microwave Fundamentals and address further advanced features of non linear RF devices and system optimisation. It is complementary to EEEM064 Microwave Design Techniques and also EEEM006 Antennas and Propagation.
View full course detailsExpected Prior Learning: Module EEE3040 Space Systems Design, or equivalent module. Module Purpose: Through a series of lectures and a design assignment, the module aims to give an introduction to the engineering design principles, requirements and solutions for satellite avionics. This module builds on from many Electronic Engineering modules at undergraduate level in the topics of RF/Communications (EEE3033), Processor Design (EEE3027), and C coding Software (EEE1035 and EEE2047).
View full course detailsSemester 2
Optional
Expected prior learning: EEE3039 SPACE DYNAMICS AND MISSIONS and EEE3040 SPACE SYSTEM DESIGN, or equivalent learning. General prior knowledge of basic control theory is recommended. Module purpose: This module provides advanced understanding of the dynamics of satellites and of methods for controlling satellite motion.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: None specifically advised. Module purpose: This is a key module for students interested in becoming space systems engineers, or in working in a related field. It introduces the student to the key principles and techniques of launch vehicles and propulsion. Through a series of lectures, exercises and case studies, the module aims to give an understanding on the fundamentals of Launch Vehicle design and propulsion techniques for spacecraft travel.
View full course detailsExpected prior/parallel learning: N/A Module purpose: Mobile communications systems have been among the fastest growing sectors of the global economy in the past decade and are expected to drive tremendous developments in the upcoming decade. Modern mobile communication systems employ a range of advanced wireless communication techniques and networking technologies/protocols to deliver high rate and high-quality services for a variety of mobile applications. This module aims to cover a number of key advanced concepts that are either used in the modern mobile communication systems or expected to be deployed in the future. Module EEEM018 benefits from Module EEE3007 Data and Internet Networking in relation to Internet protocols.
View full course detailsExpected prior/parallel learning: This module covers advanced topics on satellite communications and networks, following the Satellite Communication fundamentals (EEEM031). An alternate module containing suitable prior learning is, Space System Design (EEE3040). Module purpose: This module covers advanced topics on satellite communications and networks. These networks are an important part of global information infrastructure providing broadcasting, mobile and broadband services to millions of homes and offices as well as disaster relieves and emergency communications services.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Knowledge equivalent to BEng/BSc in physics or engineering, or equivalent learning. Module purpose: Engineers and scientists in the space industry need a sound appreciation of the hostile and challenging space environment which includes electromagnetic and particle radiation, space weather, plasmas, ultra-high vacuum, particulates (inc. debris) and thermal extremes. This module provides a comprehensive and detailed understanding of the space environment and its impacts in an engineering context and goes into more detail than is possible in the ‘Space System Design’ module: it is especially complementary with ‘Space Avionics’ which provides further methods to protect microelectronics and computers in particular. Through a series of lectures and exercises, and making use of numerous global digital resources including global space environment models, space weather data streams, and international tools for calculations of effects and impacts, describes the impacts on engineering systems (especially to electronics and materials) and how to protect against them. This in turn enables students to design and create reliable space infrastructure leading to the sustainable and economic use of space in the long term by minimising space debris and avoiding wasted resources. In order to illustrate the industrial and employment perspective, realistic examples and exercises based on past scenarios are studied in detail also use is made of real-time space weather events as they develop as well as the forecasts provided via various global digital sources. Guest lectures by specialist practitioners in the field, for example, from the European Space Agency, Airbus, SSTL and OHB are normally provided. Student journey The module follows on naturally from the ‘Space System Design’ module which necessarily can give only a brief summary of the space environment but does put in context the broad range of missions, orbits and environments that can be encountered and summarises top-level impacts. EEEM057 looks in considerably more detail at the space environment and especially those aspects relevant to the performance and reliability of space-electronics and -avionics and protection measures. For these reasons the module is especially complementary with the ‘Space Avionics’ module, part of which looks at the design of avionics and on-board computers and further techniques to mitigate radiation impacts.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: EEE3033–RF and Microwave Fundamentals, or equivalent learning. Module purpose: At Gigahertz frequencies the operating wavelength is small. Devices operating in the Gigahertz frequency range are therefore electrically large compared to the operating wavelength. In such cases, it is no longer appropriate to use traditional lumped element circuit components. The passive devices used at Gigahertz frequencies thus have to be made either using printed transmission lines (e.g. microstrip, coplanar waveguide) or waveguide. This module will present microwave design and analysis concepts for a range of commonly used passive circuits using both microstrip lines and waveguides, including: transmission lines, coupling networks, antennas and filters. This module will revisit and build on the use of the Smith chart also introduced in EEE3033 RF and Microwave Fundamentals and use it for further design applications of microstrip circuits. It is complementary to module EEEM044 RF Systems and Circuit Design and EEEM006 Antennas and Propagation.
View full course detailsBEng (Hons) with foundation year and PTY
Semester 1
Compulsory
This mathematics module is designed to reinforce and broaden basic A-Level mathematics material, develop problem solving skills and prepare students for the more advanced mathematical concepts and problem-solving scenarios in the semester 2 modules.The priority is to develop the students’ ability to solve real- world problems in a confident manner. The concepts delivered on this module reflect the skills and knowledge required to understand the physical around us. This is vital as mathematics plays a critical role in the students’ future employability and achievement on their respective undergraduate choices.
View full course detailsThis module introduces several principles and processes which underpin most physical science and engineering disciplines, which you are likely to study beyond the Foundation Year. Specifically, you will study topics that include S.I. units and measurement theory, electric and magnetic fields and their interactions, the properties of ideal gases, heat transfer and thermodynamics, fluid statics and dynamics, and engineering instrumentation and measurement. You will attend several lectures and a tutorial each teaching week alongside guided independent study opportunities to develop your understanding of topics more deeply, supported by the use of the university’s virtual learning platform.
View full course detailsThe emphasis of this module is on the development of digital capabilities, academic skills and problem-solving skills. The module will facilitate the development of competency in working with software commonly used to support calculations, analysis and presentation. Microsoft Excel will be used for spreadsheet-based calculations and experimental data analysis. MATLAB will be used as a platform for developing elementary programming skills and applying various processes to novel problem-solving scenarios. The breadth and depth of digital capabilities will be further enhanced by working with HTML and CSS within the GitHub environment to develop a webpage, hosting content for the conference project. The conference project provides students with an opportunity to carry out guided research and prepare a presentation on one of many discipline-specific topic choices. Students will develop a wide range of writing, referencing and other important academic skills.
View full course detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module builds on ENG0011 Mathematics A and is designed to reinforce and broaden A-Level Calculus, Vectors, Matrices and Complex Numbers. The students will continue to develop their ability to solve real- world problems in a confident manner. The concepts delivered on this module reflect the skills and knowledge required to understand the physical world around us. This is vital, as mathematics plays a critical role in the students’ future employability and achievement on their respective undergraduate courses. On completion of the module students are prepared for the more advanced Mathematical concepts and problem solving scenarios in the first year of their Engineering or Physical Sciences degree.
View full course detailsThis module introduces several principles and processes which underpin most physical science and engineering disciplines, which you are likely to study beyond the Foundation Year. Specifically, you will study topics that include vectors and scalars, equations of motion under constant acceleration, momentum conservation, simple harmonic motion and wave theory. You will attend several lectures and a tutorial each teaching week alongside guided independent study opportunities to develop your understanding of topics more deeply, supported by the use of the university’s virtual learning platform.
View full course detailsA foundation level physics module designed to reinforce and broaden basic A-Level Physics material in electricity and electronics, nuclear physics, develop practical skills, and prepare students for the more advanced concepts and applications in the first year of their Engineering or Physical Sciences degree. You will attend several lectures and a tutorial each teaching week alongside guided independent study opportunities to develop your understanding of topics more deeply, supported using the university’s virtual learning platform.
View full course detailsSemester 1 & 2
Compulsory
During this year-long module, students develop a range of laboratory and transferable skills through both individual laboratory work and group project work. The content of this module is designed to consolidate knowledge gained in ENG0013 (semester 1) and ENG0015/16/17 (semester 2) modules. Semester 1 focuses on core Engineering and Physical Sciences laboratory work and guides students through the basic skills of laboratory work, recording work in a lab diary, and lab report writing. Alongside this individual laboratory work, students participate in a group project; this involves working in a small group (5-8 students) to design an experiment, collect data, present their experimental findings as an academic poster, and report their findings to peers via a group oral presentation. Students are guided through the development of teamworking, project management, presentation, and digital skills (e.g., in using MS Teams as a group communication platform) whilst working on this project. Semester 2 provides an opportunity for subject-stream specific practical work (individual) where students will build on the laboratory and lab report writing skills developed in semester 1 to produce a full lab report. Students participate in a further group project in semester 2 where they build upon the skills developed in semester 1. Students work as a team to find and develop an engineering / physical sciences idea into a potentially viable business case. Student groups produce a written business case report and pitch their ideas to a panel including University Student Enterprise experts.
View full course detailsYear 1 - MEng with PTY
Semester 1
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: None. Module purpose: The module offers an introduction to circuit theory and analogue electronics.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Mathematical knowledge at the level of entry requirements for a degree programme in Engineering. Module purpose: Mathematics is the best tool we have for quantitative understanding of engineering systems. This course in pure mathematics is specifically designed for Electronic Engineering students and covers the fundamental techniques for many future engineering courses taught here.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: None specifically advised. Module purpose: This course offers an introduction to the principles of digital logic covering both the theory (e.g. logical operators, their combination and simplification, and basic logic circuit arrangements such as counters & registers) and the practical implementation of logic flows within software. The latter serves also as an introduction to the principles of programming through the Python language.
View full course detailsCore
Expected prior learning: None. Module purpose: Working individually or in groups on engineering projects requires a wide range of professional and technical skills. This module helps first year students develop skills in research and technical presentation, along with the practical laboratory skills required by the professional engineer. Both units of assessment must be passed individually. No compensation is allowed for this module. This module is the first module a student will encounter within the Laboratory, Design and Professional Studies group of modules in Year 1 (EEE1027 in semester 1 and EEE1028 in semester 2), in Year 2 (EEE2036 in semester 1 and EEE2037 in semester 2) and EEE3035 in year 3.
View full course detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: Learning equivalent to modules studied in Year 1, Semester 1. Module purpose: The ability to use mathematics with confidence underpins a successful engineering degree. This module provides students with some of the basic understanding and skills in mathematics needed to follow a degree programme in modern engineering. The content is specifically related to topics associated with electronic engineering.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: None. Module purpose: To understand the physics and engineering that underpins the operation of semiconductor devices and to use this to understand the operation of simple bipolar devices and MOS transistors. In addition to understand the effects electric and magnetic fields and their interaction with matter within the discipline of electronic engineering.
View full course detailsModule purpose: Programming is a key part of electronic engineering and the C programming language is at the heart of many embedded software systems. This module will provide the students with a solid practical knowledge of the C programming language, its relationship to the underlying hardware and aspects of both high level programming and low level manipulation of memory.
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Expected prior/parallel learning: None Module purpose: This module is the second module a student will encounter within the Laboratory, Design and Professional Studies group of modules. In builds upon EEE1027 in semester 1 and sees the introduction of project work alongside experiment. In subsequent years students building on their labs, design and professional studies work in Year 2 (EEE2036 in semester 1 and EEE2037 in semester 2) and EEE3035 in year 3. Working individually or in groups on technical engineering projects requires a wide range of professional skills. Linking the laboratory work closely with professional development stresses the importance of developing an integrated portfolio of project skills. Both units of assessment must be passed individually. No compensation is allowed for this module.
View full course detailsYear 2 - MEng with PTY
Semester 1
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: Learning equivalent to Year 1 of EE Programmes. Module purpose: This module is divided into two parts (Circuit & Control Systems and Communications & Networking) each of which build on the concepts and tools introduced in Year 1.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Mathematical experience equivalent to Year 1 of EE programmes or equivalent. Module purpose: This module builds on the fundamental tools and concepts introduced in the mathematics modules in Year 1 (EEE1031 and EEE1032) and applies them to further engineering examples. A broad range of mathematics topics is covered, and their applications are always borne in mind.
View full course detailsModule purpose: this module is organized into two parts that run concurrently. Part A introduces the students to microprocessors. This covers the key concepts in microprocessor organization and design; specifically for the instruction set, performance analysis, the arithmetic logic unit (ALU), and the processor control and data paths. Additionally, we explore common memory hierarchies and caching problems. In class problems are given as examples in design. Part B covers the analysis, design and implementation of computer algorithms. It presents concepts and methods for the analysis of algorithms. Classic programming techniques and data-structures needed to develop efficient algorithms in C for solving logical and data-handling problems are introduced, and students will attend programming lab sessions where they have the opportunity to implement in C the algorithms that have been covered. This module has strong connections with a number of modules within the curriculum. The module directly builds on the Year 1 modules which establish a foundation in programming (EEE1033 and EEE1035). This module uses C as the main programming language, thus providing continuity with the first year where it was introduced. The module also prepares students for subsequent modules. This includes the Year 2 Semester 2 modules concerned with object-oriented programming (EEE2047) and computer vision & graphics (EEE2041) as well as specialist modules in Year 3 such as Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition (EEE3032), Digital Design with VHDL (EEE3027), Robotics (EEE3243), etc.
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Expected prior learning: Learning equivalent to Year 1 of EE UG Programmes or equivalent Module purpose: Hands-on experimental skills, professional skills, and enterprise skills are important to today’s electronic engineers. This module helps the students to develop these skills by offering them laboratory-based experiments, team design projects and professional studies on transferrable skills. These activities are based on either individual or teamwork.
View full course detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: Learning equivalent to Year 1 of EE Programmes. Module purpose: Space engineering provides a foundation for human access and utilization of space and has shown growing importance to global economy. The module offers basics of space engineering and mission design. Students will obtain an introduction on mission analysis and design tools, instrumentation and space technologies. For those students on the undergraduate “space” pathways, the module acts as an introduction to the space engineering and mission design, and the themes are picked up in the compulsory Level 6 modules: EEE3040 Space Engineering and EEE3039 Space Dynamics and Missions, where they are examined in more detail. These modules, together, provide the background and context for the detailed individual Level 7 modules concerning different aspects, systems and applications of spacecraft: e.g. EEEM044 RF Systems and Circuit Design; EEM031 Satellite Communications Fundamentals; EEEM033 Satellite Remote Sensing; EEEM059 Space Avionics;.EEEM009 Advanced Guidance, Navigation and Control; EEEM032 Advanced Satellite Communications Techniques; EEEM012 Launch Vehicles and Propulsion; and EEEM057 Space Environment and Protection. Students may choose their own selection from these advanced Level 7 modules, according to their interests or future career choices.
View full course detailsExpected prior/parallel learning: None Module purpose: All modern electronic devices make use of transistor technology and their future developments, via Moore’s Law and beyond, are fundamentally linked to device architecture. This module will introduce modern CMOS transistor structures and link to the operation for integrated circuits and modern memory devices. The module will also show how electric and magnetic fields can be unified within Maxwell’s equations to produce electromagnetic theory and solve common problems.
View full course detailsCore
Expected prior learning: Participation in module EEE2036 "Laboratories, Design & Professional Studies III" Module purpose: Hands-on experimental skills, professional skills, and enterprise skills are important to today’s electronic engineers. This module helps the students to develop these skills by offering them laboratory-based experiments, team design projects and professional studies on transferrable skills. These activities are based on either individual or team work.
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Expected prior learning: Learning equivalent to Year 1 of EE Programmes. It is helpful, but not essential, to have taken module EEE2033 – Circuits, Control & Communications. Module purpose: Communication and data networking technologies are key components of a modern networked society.. This module provides the students with the knowledge to understand communication systems and the functions of networks, particularly the Internet. In addition, the student gain related analytical skills that can be applied in designing digital communication systems and data networks. The module is designed to provide basic-to-intermediate level introduction of the subject at the UG level and the learning developed in this module can be enhanced further via later modules (EEE3006, EEE3008, EEE3042) in the EEE programme.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: A good working knowledge of procedural programming, preferably in the C programming language. [Surrey EEE students should have achieved this in their Year 1 studies. Module purpose: Object orientated programming (OOP) is a popular programming methodology for large application programming. C++ is a powerful programming language which, being backwards compatible with C, provides efficient access to low level components of a system. This makes it important for Electronic Engineering yet it is also a fully functioning industrially recognized language for large scale application programming. The module will provide students with the fundamentals of Object Orientated Design and Programming, with specific emphasis on its implementation in the C++ language.
View full course detailsYear 3 - MEng with PTY
Semester 1
Compulsory
Expected prior learning: This module is a follow-up to some of the core professional development activities in Year 2. Module purpose: This module is a professional development module that is compulsory on all undergraduate programmes. The module builds from the team projects performed as part of the professional studies components of the Year 1 and 2 Labs, Design and Professional Studies modules (EEE1026, EEE1027, EEE2036 and EEE2037). The module provides students with competences and hands-on experience of an extended project and professional practice in modern electrical, electronic and computer engineering. The module’s focus is a student-driven team-based product-design project that applies skills and practices addressed in the syllabus. In addition, it provides a skillset for successful management of individual projects, in particular the Year 3 project, and future group projects, such as the multi-disciplinary design project in MEng Year 4.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Students are expected to be familiar with the module contents of EEE1031, EEE1032, EEE2035 and equivalent. Students are also expected to be familiar with the basic principles of computer programming such as the writing of a function, for/while loops, if/else statements. It is helpful, but not essential, to have studied module EEE2043 – Space Engineering and Mission Design or to have equivalent learning. Student Journey: This module applies Engineering Mathematics concepts introduced in year 1 and 2 to the motion of objects in space. Combined with EEEM009 - Advanced Guidance Navigation & Control, which builds upon EEE3039 concepts to present students with a more in-depth overview of space-related hardware and software, EEE3039 aims at laying out the foundation for describing, predicting, and controlling the motion of objects in Space (both in terms of spacecraft position and orientation with respect to suitable reference frames). Module purpose: This module gives a hands-on approach to mission analysis and develops mathematical descriptions of the natural orbital and rotational motions of spacecraft. Material is delivered through a series of lectures, group problem solving and assessed assignments. The application to mission design is explored through group work and coding assignments.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Good background in physics including forces and motion, heat and light, and electricity and magnetism as might have been acquired at A/AS level or International Baccalaureate Physics. It is also useful to have some knowledge of typical space missions: BEng/MEng students might have acquired this through the EEE2043 – Space Engineering & Mission Design module. Module purpose: This is a key module for students interested in becoming space systems engineers, or in working in a related field. It introduces the student to the key principles and techniques of spacecraft systems design, through real-world examples. The student journey: For those students on the undergraduate “space” pathways, the compulsory Level 6 modules: EEE3040 Space Engineering and EEE3039 Space Dynamics and Missions, build upon the Level 5 Module EEE2043 Space Engineering and Mission Design, but provide a more detailed examination of the material. For students coming in on the MSc space pathway, EE3040 provides a first introduction to space systems design – therefore no prior knowledge of space is expected, however, a good understanding of basic physics and mathematics (to “A” level or first year undergraduate level or equivalent) is assumed. These modules, together, provide the background and context for the detailed individual Level 7 modules concerning different aspects, systems and applications of spacecraft: e.g. EEEM044 RF Systems and Circuit Design; EEM031 Satellite Communications Fundamentals; EEEM033 Satellite Remote Sensing; EEEM059 Space Avionics;.EEEM009 Advanced Guidance, Navigation and Control; EEEM032 Advanced Satellite Communications Techniques; EEEM012 Launch Vehicles and Propulsion; EEEM M057 Space Environment and Protection and EEEM049 Spacecraft Structures and Mechanisms. Students may choose their own selection from these advanced Level 7 modules, according to their interests or future career choices.
View full course detailsSemester 2
Optional
Expected prior learning: Module EEE2033 – Electronics III: Circuits, Control and Communications or equivalent learning. Module purpose: Control Engineering covers classical control theory as well as more modern methods. Students have the opportunity in this module to evaluate and apply various control techniques. This module builds on basic concepts previously introduced in Electronics III: Circuits, Control and Communications EEE2033, or equivalent learning and builds the fundamentals for a subsequent career as a control engineer or systems engineer.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Module EEE2040 – Communications Networks or equivalent learning. Module purpose: The Internet is an important worldwide communications system; the module provides an in-depth treatment of current and evolving Internet protocols and standards, and the algorithms that underlie them. The module also permits further study on networking in modules such as EEEM018 Advanced Mobile Communication Systems, EEEM023 Network Service management and Control, EEEM032 Advanced Satellite Communication Techniques
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Modules EEE2033 – Circuits, Control and Communications, or equivalent learning. Knowledge of linear systems and of the basics of control engineering is particularly helpful. Module purpose: This module aims to develop a better understanding of transistor amplifiers, power semiconductor switching devices and various power converters. A detailed analysis of power converters like AC to DC phase controlled rectifiers, AC to AC, DC to DC converter & Pulse Width Modulated (PWM) inverters will be provided. In order to develop a broader understanding of this subject, a few domestic & industrial applications will be taught in this module.
View full course detailsModule purpose: This module provides knowledge about advanced digital circuit design and the hardware description language VHDL. The practical part of the course is concerned with FPGA implementation, using modern CAD tools and FPGA prototyping boards. This module builds on from many Electronic Engineering modules at undergraduate level in the topics of Circuit Design and Processor design such EEE2045 Electrical Science II and will lead on to EEEM059 Space Avionics
View full course detailsThis module aims to introduce the operating principles of electrical machines used in the power stations. Further this module will cover to a greater depth the concept of power transmission using interconnected grid systems, overhead and underground power transmission and distribution systems. This module is primarily intended for students on an Electrical engineering pathway but is widely available to students on other pathways so that they may get some exposure to the engineering achievement and challenges of large-scale electrical machines (generators, motors and transformers) and the operation of the power grid. Module EEE3038 Electrical Machines and Power module builds upon the electromagnetic theory covered in Level 5 module EEE2045 Electrical Science II. It shows how this leads to the design and understanding of the operation of large electrical (AC) machines – motors, generators and transformers. The module is complementary to the Level 6 module EEE3026 Power Electronics, which deals primarily with circuit level devices. Together, these modules provide a good understanding of AC electricity for students who wish to embark on a career in the electrical power industry. For students on the MEng electrical pathways, the material covered in these modules provides the fundamental knowledge required for the compulsory Level 7 modules: EEEM058 Renewable Energy Technologies and ENGM246 Wind Energy Technology. Students graduating from these programmes are well set up for careers in the burgeoning “green” industries.
View full course detailsSemester 1 & 2
Core
Expected prior/parallel learning: Appropriate background knowledge related to the project topic. Module purpose: The purpose of the Year 3 Individual Project is to prepare students for independent problem solving and independent work in engineering (or other professional environment). The module builds from the shorter projects undertaken in Year 1 (EEE1027 and EEE1028) and Year 2 (EEE2036 and EEE2037) labs, design and professional studies modules. Students undertake an extended piece of research and development work on a particular topic over two semesters, and then present the outcomes of this work via a written Final Project Report and an oral presentation, in the form of a viva-voce examination. This module will further develop a student’s skills in planning, problem-solving and analysis, formal writing and presenting their work. For students staying on to MEng programme, this individual module feeds into the group Multidisciplinary Design project.
View full course detailsYear 3 - MEng with PTY
Semester 1 & 2
Core
This module supports students’ development of personal and professional attitudes and abilities appropriate to a Professional Training placement. It supports and facilitates self-reflection and transfer of learning from their Professional Training placement experiences to their final year of study and their future employment. The PTY module is concerned with Personal and Professional Development towards holistic academic and non-academic learning, and is a process that involves self-reflection, documented via the creation of a personal record, planning and monitoring progress towards the achievement of personal objectives. Development and learning may occur before and during the placement, and this is reflected in the assessment model as a progressive process. However, the graded assessment takes place primarily towards the end of the placement. Additionally, the module aims to enable students to evidence and evaluate their placement experiences and transfer that learning to other situations through written and presentation skills.
View full course detailsYear 4 - MEng with PTY
Semester 1
Core
Module purpose: This module was conceived to answer the SARTOR 3 requirement that each MEng student participates in a multi-disciplinary design activity. It involves students from Aerospace, Civil, Chemical, Electronic, Mechanical and Medical Engineering working in groups which contain at least 3, and often 4, disciplines. The projects are conceived by Royal Academy of Engineering (RAE) Visiting Professors from Industry (who enjoy the active support of their sponsoring organisation). It aims to emulate an intensive Industrial Design Project.
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Expected prior/parallel learning: It is helpful, but not essential, to take module EEE3006 – Digital Communications, or to have equivalent learning. Module purpose: This module equips students with fundamental knowledge and skills of mobile/personal communications systems design and forms the basis for the students to conduct further learning of advanced mobile technologies in EEEM018 – Advanced Mobile Communication Systems and EEEM061 – Advanced 5G Wireless Technologies.
View full course detailsExpected prior/parallel learning: BEng-level understanding of digital telecommunications systems. MEng students might have partly acquired this through study of EEE3006 – Digital Communications. Module purpose: Satellite communications are an important component of modern telecommunication systems. This module provides the student with an overall understanding of satellite communication systems, technologies and techniques and equips him/her with the design tools to enter employment in the sector. The main goal of this module is to design a satellite communication link to fix or mobile users given a specified quality of service (QoS). To do so, one needs to take into account both telecommunication and satellite related parameters. In this module, you will learn about the satellite payload and how it operates, what is in the earth station and what are the characteristics of the satellite to earth link. In particular, we clearly state the differences in design compared to the terrestrial communication systems We also study in some details the modern satellite networks and constellations. [EEE3006]: This module uses several techniques addressed in digital communications module such as coding and modulation. [EEEM032]: This module is a prerequisite for the advanced satellite communication techniques. [EEEM009],[EEEM059]: Even though other satellite applications such as earth observation or satellites for navigation and positioning are not addressed in this module, however, all such application will eventually need to stablish a communication line with earth. In this sense, this module is closely related to modules on space avionics and navigation, guidance and control.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: None specifically advised. Module purpose: Earth and planetary observation with remote sensing data is playing a key role in the present understanding of natural phenomena, prevention of disasters, resources monitoring, comprehension of origins of life. Through a series of lectures, seminars, open discussions and “thinking breaks” in class, the module aims to give an introduction to the scientific principles of remote sensing – both passive and active – as carried out by spacecraft. Remote sensing is discussed in terms of instrumentation, missions, products and applications. IMPORTANT: The Second assessment pattern (100% Weighting for Written Exam) is only applicable to the MSc Short Course Students.
View full course detailsIMPORTANT: The second assessment pattern (100% Weighting) is only applicable to the MSc Short Course Students Expected prior learning: EEE3033 – RF and Microwave Fundamentals, or equivalent learning. Module purpose: Advanced communications systems and radar operate at RF and microwave frequencies. The design principles and circuit operation, underlying these systems, are quite different from those of electronics used in signal processing at baseband frequencies. This module will cover the key elements of RF and microwave system design as well as analysis concepts for a range of commonly used active circuits, including: oscillators, frequency synthesisers, amplifiers and mixers. The module will also cover the circuit design and operation of non-linear devices used in active circuits together with deployment considerations. This module will include and build on many of the concepts studied in EEE3033 RF and Microwave Fundamentals and address further advanced features of non linear RF devices and system optimisation. It is complementary to EEEM064 Microwave Design Techniques and also EEEM006 Antennas and Propagation.
View full course detailsExpected Prior Learning: Module EEE3040 Space Systems Design, or equivalent module. Module Purpose: Through a series of lectures and a design assignment, the module aims to give an introduction to the engineering design principles, requirements and solutions for satellite avionics. This module builds on from many Electronic Engineering modules at undergraduate level in the topics of RF/Communications (EEE3033), Processor Design (EEE3027), and C coding Software (EEE1035 and EEE2047).
View full course detailsSemester 2
Optional
Expected prior learning: EEE3039 SPACE DYNAMICS AND MISSIONS and EEE3040 SPACE SYSTEM DESIGN, or equivalent learning. General prior knowledge of basic control theory is recommended. Module purpose: This module provides advanced understanding of the dynamics of satellites and of methods for controlling satellite motion.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: None specifically advised. Module purpose: This is a key module for students interested in becoming space systems engineers, or in working in a related field. It introduces the student to the key principles and techniques of launch vehicles and propulsion. Through a series of lectures, exercises and case studies, the module aims to give an understanding on the fundamentals of Launch Vehicle design and propulsion techniques for spacecraft travel.
View full course detailsExpected prior/parallel learning: N/A Module purpose: Mobile communications systems have been among the fastest growing sectors of the global economy in the past decade and are expected to drive tremendous developments in the upcoming decade. Modern mobile communication systems employ a range of advanced wireless communication techniques and networking technologies/protocols to deliver high rate and high-quality services for a variety of mobile applications. This module aims to cover a number of key advanced concepts that are either used in the modern mobile communication systems or expected to be deployed in the future. Module EEEM018 benefits from Module EEE3007 Data and Internet Networking in relation to Internet protocols.
View full course detailsExpected prior/parallel learning: This module covers advanced topics on satellite communications and networks, following the Satellite Communication fundamentals (EEEM031). An alternate module containing suitable prior learning is, Space System Design (EEE3040). Module purpose: This module covers advanced topics on satellite communications and networks. These networks are an important part of global information infrastructure providing broadcasting, mobile and broadband services to millions of homes and offices as well as disaster relieves and emergency communications services.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: Knowledge equivalent to BEng/BSc in physics or engineering, or equivalent learning. Module purpose: Engineers and scientists in the space industry need a sound appreciation of the hostile and challenging space environment which includes electromagnetic and particle radiation, space weather, plasmas, ultra-high vacuum, particulates (inc. debris) and thermal extremes. This module provides a comprehensive and detailed understanding of the space environment and its impacts in an engineering context and goes into more detail than is possible in the ‘Space System Design’ module: it is especially complementary with ‘Space Avionics’ which provides further methods to protect microelectronics and computers in particular. Through a series of lectures and exercises, and making use of numerous global digital resources including global space environment models, space weather data streams, and international tools for calculations of effects and impacts, describes the impacts on engineering systems (especially to electronics and materials) and how to protect against them. This in turn enables students to design and create reliable space infrastructure leading to the sustainable and economic use of space in the long term by minimising space debris and avoiding wasted resources. In order to illustrate the industrial and employment perspective, realistic examples and exercises based on past scenarios are studied in detail also use is made of real-time space weather events as they develop as well as the forecasts provided via various global digital sources. Guest lectures by specialist practitioners in the field, for example, from the European Space Agency, Airbus, SSTL and OHB are normally provided. Student journey The module follows on naturally from the ‘Space System Design’ module which necessarily can give only a brief summary of the space environment but does put in context the broad range of missions, orbits and environments that can be encountered and summarises top-level impacts. EEEM057 looks in considerably more detail at the space environment and especially those aspects relevant to the performance and reliability of space-electronics and -avionics and protection measures. For these reasons the module is especially complementary with the ‘Space Avionics’ module, part of which looks at the design of avionics and on-board computers and further techniques to mitigate radiation impacts.
View full course detailsExpected prior learning: EEE3033–RF and Microwave Fundamentals, or equivalent learning. Module purpose: At Gigahertz frequencies the operating wavelength is small. Devices operating in the Gigahertz frequency range are therefore electrically large compared to the operating wavelength. In such cases, it is no longer appropriate to use traditional lumped element circuit components. The passive devices used at Gigahertz frequencies thus have to be made either using printed transmission lines (e.g. microstrip, coplanar waveguide) or waveguide. This module will present microwave design and analysis concepts for a range of commonly used passive circuits using both microstrip lines and waveguides, including: transmission lines, coupling networks, antennas and filters. This module will revisit and build on the use of the Smith chart also introduced in EEE3033 RF and Microwave Fundamentals and use it for further design applications of microstrip circuits. It is complementary to module EEEM044 RF Systems and Circuit Design and EEEM006 Antennas and Propagation.
View full course detailsTeaching and learning
Teaching styles vary, from large group lectures and practical laboratory sessions, to small group tutorials in your personal tutor’s office. The School’s tutorial system ensures you receive individual attention when needed.
Although the School is large, our staff are approachable and friendly, and we pride ourselves on the rapport we have with our students.
Assessment
Your progress will be assessed using a variety of methods suited to the module content and activity type. These include:
- Coursework
- Essays
- Examinations
- Practical sessions
- Presentations
- Reports.
General course information
Contact hours
Contact hours can vary across our modules. Full details of the contact hours for each module are available from the University of Surrey's module catalogue. See the modules section for more information.
Contact hours can vary across our modules. Full details of the contact hours for each module are available from the University of Surrey's module catalogue. See the modules section for more information.
Timetable
New students will receive their personalised timetable in Welcome Week. In later semesters, two weeks before the start of semester.
Scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week (Monday – Friday), with part-time classes normally scheduled on one or two days. Wednesday afternoons tend to be for sports and cultural activities.
View our code of practice for the scheduling of teaching and assessment (PDF) for more information.
Location
Stag Hill is the University's main campus and where the majority of our courses are taught.
We offer careers information, advice and guidance to all students whilst studying with us, which is extended to our alumni for three years after leaving the University.
Over the last decade, our employment figures have been among the best in the UK, with 90 per cent of our electrical and electronic engineering undergraduate students going on to employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes survey 2023).
Studying for our BEng or MEng Astronautics and Space Engineering can lead to a rewarding career. It also offers an intellectually demanding and exciting opportunity to make new discoveries through research.
Our graduate engineers are not only in demand in research and development, but also in technical sales, management, government and public services. They have a consistently strong record of gaining employment with leading companies across the electronics, information technology and communications industries.
Recent graduates are now employed as:
- Electronic Engineer, Paradigm Communication Ltd
- Electronic Engineer, Stanhope-Seta
- Embedded Engineer, Tactiq Ltd
- Graduate Engineer, Jaguar Land Rover
- Leadership Engineering Associate, BAE Systems
- Research and Development Engineer (Software), Keysight Technologies UK Ltd
- Trainee Patent Attorney, Page White and Farrer.
Learn more about the qualifications we typically accept to study this course at Surrey.
- BEng (Hons):
- ABB
- Required subjects: mathematics and one of computer science, computing, design and technology (systems and control), electronics, further mathematics, physics, or chemistry.
- MEng:
- AAA-AAB
- Required subjects: mathematics and one of computer science, computing, design and technology (systems and control), electronics, further mathematics, physics, or chemistry.
- BEng (Hons) with Foundation Year:
- CCC
- Required subjects: mathematics and one of Chemistry, Computer Science, Further Maths or Physics.
A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted. Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are expected to pass.
GCSE or equivalent: English Language at grade 4 (C).
- BEng (Hons):
- DDD
- Required subjects: A-level Mathematics grade B and BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science or Engineering.
- MEng:
- D*DD-DDD
- Required subjects: A-level Mathematics grade B and BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science or Engineering.
- BEng (Hons) with Foundation Year:
- MMM
- Required subjects: A-level Mathematics grade C and BTEC must be in a relevant subject.
Applicants taking other relevant BTEC's may be considered.
GCSE or equivalent: English at grade 4 (C).
- BEng (Hons):
- 33
- Required subjects: Mathematics Analysis and Approaches HL5/SL6 or Mathematics Applications and Interpretations HL5 and one of Computer Science, Chemistry, or Physics at HL5/SL6.
- MEng:
- 35-34
- Required subjects: Mathematics Analysis and Approaches HL5/SL6 or Mathematics Applications and Interpretations HL5 and one of Computer Science, Chemistry, or Physics at HL5/SL6.
- BEng (Hons) with foundation year:
- 29
- Required subjects: Mathematics analysis and approaches HL4/SL6 or mathematics applications and interpretations HL4; and additionally one of Chemistry, Computer Science, or Physics HL4/SL6.
GCSE or equivalent: English A HL4/SL4 or English B HL5/SL6.
- BEng (Hons):
- 78%.
- Required subjects: Mathematics (5 period) 7.5 and one of Computer Science, Computing, DT (Systems and Control), Electronics, Further Mathematics, or Physics 7.5.
- MEng:
- 85-82%.
- Required subjects: Mathematics (5 period) 7.5 and one of Computer Science, Computing, DT (Systems and Control), Electronics, Further Mathematics, or Physics 7.5.
- BEng (Hons) with foundation year:
- For foundation year equivalencies please contact the Admissions team.
GCSE or equivalent: English Language (1/2) - 6 English Language (3) - 7.
- BEng (Hons):
- QAA recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 level 3 credits overall including 30 at Distinction and 15 at Merit. Additionally, A-level Mathematics grade B.
- Required subjects: Access to Higher Education modules must be in relevant subjects.
- MEng:
- QAA recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 level 3 credits including 45 level 3 credits at Distinction - 39 level 3 credits at Distinction and 6 level 3 credits at Merit. Additionally, A-level Mathematics grade B.
- Required subjects: Access to Higher Education modules must be in relevant subjects.
- BEng (Hons) with Foundation Year:
- QAA recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 level 3 credits overall including 21 credits at Distinction, 3 credits at Merit and 21 credits at Pass. Additionally, A-level Mathematics grade C.
- Required subjects: Access to Higher Education modules must be in relevant subjects.
GCSE or equivalent: English Language at grade 4 (C).
- BEng (Hons):
- AABBB.
- Required subjects: Mathematics and one of Computer Science, Computing, DT (Systems and Control), Electronics, Further Mathematics, or Physics.
- MEng:
- AAAAB-AAABB.
- Required subjects: Mathematics and one of Computer Science, Computing, DT (Systems and Control), Electronics, Further Mathematics, or Physics.
- BEng (Hons) with foundation year:
- BBBCC.
- Required subjects: Mathematics and Chemistry, Computer Science, Further Maths or Physics.
GCSE or equivalent: English Language - Scottish National 5 - C.
- BEng (Hons):
- Pass overall with ABB from a combination of Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and two A-levels.
- Required subjects: A-levels in mathematics and one of computer science, computing, design and technology (systems and control), electronics, further mathematics, or physics.
- MEng:
- Pass overall with AAA-AAB from a combination of Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and two A-levels.
- Required subjects: A-levels in mathematics and one of computer science, computing, design and technology (systems and control), electronics, further mathematics, or physics.
- BEng (Hons) with Foundation Year:
- Pass overall with CCC from a combination of Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and two A-levels.
- Required subjects: A levels in mathematics and one of Chemistry, Computer Science, Further Maths or Physics.
A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted. Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are expected to pass.
GCSE or equivalent: English at grade 4 (C).
This route is only applicable to the MEng course.
Applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) will receive our standard A-level offer, plus an alternate offer of one A-level grade lower, subject to achieving an A grade in the EPQ. The one grade reduction will not apply to any required subjects.
This grade reduction will not combine with other grade reduction policies, such as contextual admissions policy or In2Surrey.
Select your country
If you are studying for Australian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Australia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) equivalent | Overall Position (OP) score |
---|---|---|
AAA | 96 | 3 |
AAB | 94 | 4 |
ABB | 92 | 5 |
BBB | 90 | 6 |
BBC | 88 | 7 |
BCC | 86 | 8 |
CCC | 84 | 9 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific-subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Northern Territory | South Australia | Western Australia | Other states/territories |
---|---|---|---|---|
Grade A | A (17-19) | A | Please contact admissions@surrey.ac.uk | |
Grade B | B (14-16) | B | Please contact admissions@surrey.ac.uk |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: Year 10 Certificate, English C.
- Mathematics: Year 10 Certificate, Mathematics C.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Austrian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Austria.
UK requirement (A-level) | Matura (Reifeprüfung) equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 1 in two subjects and 2 in all other subjects |
AAA | 1 in one subject and 2 in all other subjects |
AAB | 1 in one subject and 2 in all other subjects |
ABB | 1 in one subject and 2 in all other subjects |
BBB | 2 overall |
BBC | 2.2 overall |
BCC | 2.4 overall |
CCC | 2.6 overall |
CCD | 2.8 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matura (Reifeprüfung) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 1 |
Grade B | 2 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Matura (Reifeprüfung), English 2 (gut).
Mathematics:
Grade C GCSE equivalent | Matura (Reifeprüfung), Mathematics 4 (genugend) |
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Grade B GCSE equivalent | Matura (Reifeprüfung), Mathematics 3 (befriedigend) |
Grade A GCSE equivalent | Matura (Reifeprüfung), Mathematics 2 (gut) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Azerbaijan.
If you are studying for a Bangladeshi Higher Secondary Certificate qualification, you must obtain a GPA of 5 out of 5 or 80% to apply for our undergraduate courses.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Higher Secondary Certificate equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 80% |
Grade B | 80% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics: Higher Secondary Certificate/Intermediate Certificate, Mathematics 60-69.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Belgian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Belgium.
UK requirement (A-level) | Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur (CESS)/ Diploma van Secundair Onderwijs / Diploma van de hogere Secudaire Technische School / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundar unterrichts equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 16/20 or 8/10 or 80% |
AAA | 15.5/20 or 7.8/10 or 78% |
AAB | 15/20 or 7.5/10 or 75% |
ABB | 14.5/20 or 7.3/10 or 73% |
BBB | 14/20, 7/10 or 70% |
BBC | 14/20 or 6.5/10 or 68% |
BCC | 13.5/20 or 6.5/10 or 65% |
CCC | 13/20, 6.5/10 or 65% |
CCD | 12/20, 6/10 or 60% |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur (CESS) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 16/20 |
Grade B | 14/20 |
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diploma van Secundair Onderwijs equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 8/10 |
Grade B | 7/10 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: IELTS Academic required.
- Mathematics:
Grade C GCSE equivalent | Getuigschrift van hoger secundair onderwijs: 12/20 or 6/10 or 60% Certificat d'enseignement secondaire supérieur / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts / Dipoloma van Secundair onderwijs: 10/20 or 5/10 or 50% |
---|---|
Grade B GCSE equivalent | Getuigschrift van hoger secundair onderwijs: 14/20 or 7/10 or 70% Certificat d'enseignement secondaire supérieur / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts / Dipoloma van Secundair onderwijs: 11/20 or 6/10 or 55% |
Grade A GCSE equivalent | Getuigschrift van hoger secundair onderwijs: 16/20 or 8/10 or 80% Certificat d'enseignement secondaire supérieur / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts / Dipoloma van Secundair onderwijs: 12/20 or 6/10 or 60% |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Botswana.
The Certificado de Conclusão de Ensino Médio/Certificado de Conclusão de Segundo Grau is considered for entry onto our Foundation Years at Surrey. On the course page on our website, please check to see if there is an option for a Foundation Year before making a UCAS application.
- Cambridge O-levels
Accepted with the same requirements as UK GCSEs. - Cambridge A-levels
Accepted with the same requirements as UK A-levels.
If you are studying for Bulgarian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Bulgaria.
UK requirement (A-level) | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 5.8 |
AAA | 5.7 |
AAB | 5.6 |
ABB | 5.5 |
BBB | 5.3 |
BBC | 5.1 |
BCC | 4.9 |
CCC | 4.7 |
CCD | 4.5 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 5.7 |
Grade B | 5.3 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
Grade C GCSE equivalent | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie*, Pass/3 |
---|---|
Grade B GCSE equivalent | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie*, Good/4 |
Grade A GCSE equivalent | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie*, Good/4 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Canadian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Canada. Please contact the admissions team if you are studying in Quebec, or an institution delivering the Quebec curriculum.
UK requirement (A-level) | Ontario | British Columbia | Other provinces and territories (excluding Quebec) |
---|---|---|---|
Grade 12 Secondary School Diploma equivalent | |||
A*AA | 80% in six courses | Two As and three Bs | 80% in five courses |
AAA | 80% in six courses | 80% / One A and four Bs | 80% in five courses |
AAB | 75% in six courses | 75% / Five Bs | 75% in five courses |
ABB | 70% in six courses | 70% / Four Bs and one C | 70% in five courses |
BBB | 65% in six courses | 65% / Three Bs and two Cs | 65% in five courses |
BBC | 60% in six courses | 60% / One B and four Cs | 60% in five courses |
BCC | 55% in six courses | 55% / Five Cs | 55% in five courses |
CCC | 50% in six courses | 50% / Four Cs and one D | 50% in five courses |
When a specific subject is required, that subject should be taken in grade 12 of the High School Diploma.
Single Subject Grade | Ontario | British Columbia | Other provinces (excluding Quebec) |
---|---|---|---|
A | 80% | A | 80% |
B | 75% | B | 75% |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English: Applicants who have completed Grade 12 Canadian High School/Secondary School qualifications should achieve grade B or 75% in a grade 12 English module. Applicants who were not required to take grade 12 English, or did not reach the required grade, will be required to take a recognised English language test.
Mathematics: Grade 11 Secondary School Diploma, Mathematics Pass.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and Mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We accept the Chinese National University Entrance Examination (Gaokao) for direct entry to Year 1 UG programmes. Please see the table below for our grade equivalencies:
UK requirement (A-level) | Chinese National University Entrance Examination (Gaokao) |
---|---|
AAA | 80% |
AAB | 78% |
ABB | 73% |
BBB | 70% |
BBC | 68% |
BCC | 65% |
CCC | 63% |
Where there is a subject-specific requirement, students should achieve the same % in that subject (e.g. if Maths is a requirement of a BBB subject, the student should achieve 74% in Maths). Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate and IELTS required.
For further information on these entry requirements, please explore our dedicated China site (中文网站).
If you are studying for Croatian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Croatia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 5 |
AAA | 4.8 |
AAB | 4.5 |
ABB | 4.3 |
BBB | 4 |
BBC | 3.8 |
BCC | 3.6 |
CCC | 3.4 |
CCD | 3.2 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Svjedodžba o Dravnoj Maturi equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 5 |
Grade B | 4 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: IELTS Academic required.
- Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi, Mathematics 2 |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi, Mathematics 2.5 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi, Mathematics 3 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Cypriot qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Cyprus.
Please note: If you are studying in Northern Cyprus and are looking for our Lise Diplomasi equivalents please visit our Turkey page.
UK requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent | Apolytirion equivalent (private school, out of 100) |
---|---|---|
A*AA | 19.5 and one A at A-level | |
AAA | 19.5 | 93 |
AAB | 19 | 91 |
ABB | 18.5 | 88 |
BBB | 18 | 86 |
BBC | 17.5 | 83 |
BCC | 17 | 81 |
CCC | 16.5 | 78 |
CCD | 16 | 76 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 19 |
Grade B | 18 |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 14 in a mathematics-based subject (inc Accounting) |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject (inc Accounting) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject (inc Accounting) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Czech qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Czech Republic.
UK requirement (A-level) | Maturitní zkoušce/Maturita equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 1 overall with no less than 2 in any subject and at least two scores of 1 |
AAA | 1.3 overall with no less than 2 in any subject and at least one score of 1 |
AAB | 1.5 overall with no less than 2 in any subject |
ABB | 1.7 overall with no less than 2.5 in any subject |
BBB | 2 overall |
BBC | 2.5 overall |
BCC | 2.7 overall |
CCC | 3 overall |
CCD | 3.5 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Maturitní zkoušce/Maturita equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 1 |
Grade B | 2 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: IELTS Academic required.
- Mathematics:
Grade C | *Maturitní zkoušce*/*Maturita*, 4 (*Dostatecny*). |
---|---|
Grade B | *Maturitní zkoušce*/*Maturita*, 3 (*Dobrý*). |
Grade A | *Maturitní zkoušce*/*Maturita*, 3 (*Dobrý*). |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Danish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Denmark.
UK requirement (A-level) | Højere Forberedelseseksamen (HF), Højere Handelseksamen (HHX), Højere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX), Studentereksamen (STX) equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 12 |
AAA | 12 |
AAB | 10 |
ABB | 10 |
BBB | 7 |
BBC | 7 |
BCC | 7 |
CCC | 4 |
CCD | 4 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 10 |
Grade B | 7 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 7. If you have taken the Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove then we will require IELTs.
- Mathematics:
Grade C | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 02 Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove - 7 |
---|---|
Grade B | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 04 Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove - 10 |
Grade A | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 04 Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove - 12 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Egypt.
If you are studying for Estonian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Estonia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus (Secondary School Certificate) equivalent with the Riigieksamitunnistus |
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A*AA | 95% overall and scores of 5.0 in at least three individual subjects |
AAA | 90% overall and scores of 5.0 in at least three individual subjects |
AAB | 85% overall and scores of 4.5 in at least three individual subjects |
ABB | 80% overall and scores of 4.5 in at least three individual subjects |
BBB | 75% overall and scores of 4.0 in at least three individual subjects |
BBC | 70% overall and scores of 4.0 in at least three individual subjects |
BCC | 65% overall and scores of 4.0 in at least three individual subjects |
CCC | 60% overall and scores of 3.5 in at least three individual subjects |
CCD | 60% overall and scores of 3.5 in at least three individual subjects |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus (Secondary School Certificate) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 90% (state exam) or 5.0 (school exam) |
Grade B | 85% (state exam) or 4.5 (school exam) |
*If maths is required A-Level subject then the student must have studied "Extensive mathematics" (not Narrow Mathematics)*
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English
- IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
Grade C | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus - 3 |
---|---|
Grade B | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus - 4 |
Grade A | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus - 4 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Finnish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Finland.
UK requirement (A-level) | Ylioppilastutkinto/Studentexamen equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | L E E M |
AAA | E E M M |
AAB | E M M M |
ABB | E M M M |
BBB | M M M M |
BBC | M M M C |
BCC | M M M C |
CCC | C C C C |
CCD | C C C B |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Ylioppilastutkinto/Studentexamen equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | E |
Grade B | M |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English:
Ylioppilastukintotodistus / Studentexamensbetyg - M / 5
Mathematics:
Grade C | *Ylioppilastutkinto*/*Studentexamen*, A / 2 |
---|---|
Grade B | *Ylioppilastutkinto*/*Studentexamen*, B / 3 |
Grade A | *Ylioppilastutkinto*/*Studentexamen*, C / 4 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for French qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for France.
UK requirement (A-level) | Baccalauréat equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 14 |
AAB | 13.5 |
ABB | 13 |
BBB | 12.5 |
BBC | 12 |
BCC | 11.5 |
CCC | 11 |
CCD | 10.5 |
UK requirement (A-level) | Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) / French International Baccalauréat (BFI) equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 14 |
AAB | 13 |
ABB | 13 |
BBB | 12 |
BBC | 11.5 |
BCC | 11 |
CCC | 11 |
CCD | 10.5 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Baccalauréat equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 14 |
Grade B | 13 |
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) / French International Baccalauréat (BFI) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | Same as overall requirement |
Grade B | Same as overall requirement |
Where Mathematics is a required A-level subject, we expect you to study Spécialité Maths (Advanced Maths) in Terminale; however, where Mathematics is required as a second Science subject, we will accept Maths Complémentaires (General Maths) in Terminale. For Engineering courses that ask for Physics as a required subject, we will accept Engineering Sciences.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English:
- Baccalauréat, English, 12.
- OIB, English, 10.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Baccalauréat, Mathematics 10 |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Baccalauréat, Mathematics 11 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Baccalauréat, Mathematics 11 |
Alternatively, where Mathematics is not studied as part of the Baccalauréat, we will accept Mathematics studies until the end of Seconde, where evidence can be provided of 10/20 in school assessments.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and Mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for German qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Germany.
UK requirement (A-level) | Abitur equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 1.6 |
AAB | 1.8 |
ABB | 2.0 |
BBB | 2.2 |
BBC | 2.4 |
BCC | 2.6 |
CCC | 2.8 |
CCD | 3.0 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Abitur equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 13/15 |
Grade B | 12/15 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Abitur - 10 Realschulabschluss / Mittlere Reife / Mittlerer Schulabschluss / Erweiterter Realschulabschluss / Fachoberschulreife / Fachhochschulreife / Sekundarabschluss - 2 |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Abitur - 11 Realschulabschluss / Mittlere Reife / Mittlerer Schulabschluss / Erweiterter Realschulabschluss / Fachoberschulreife / Fachhochschulreife / Sekundarabschluss - 2 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Abitur - 11 Realschulabschluss / Mittlere Reife / Mittlerer Schulabschluss / Erweiterter Realschulabschluss / Fachoberschulreife / Fachhochschulreife / Sekundarabschluss - 1 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Ghanaian Senior Secondary School Certificate.
If you are studying for Greek qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Greece.
UK requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 19.5 and one A at A-level |
AAA | 19.5 |
AAB | 19 |
ABB | 18.5 |
BBB | 18 |
BBC | 17.5 |
BCC | 17 |
CCC | 16.5 |
CCD | 16 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 19 |
Grade B | 18 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 14 in a mathematics-based subject |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We welcome applicants with Pan-Hellenic qualifications, although these will not form part of any offer made.
If you are studying for a qualification in Hong Kong, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Hong Kong.
UK requirement (A-level) | Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) equivalent | Associate Degree, Higher Certificate or Higher Diploma - 1st year entry | Associate Degree, Higher Certificate or Higher Diploma - 2nd year entry |
---|---|---|---|
AAA | 554 to include two electives | 3.1 overall | 3.3 overall |
AAB | 544 to include two electives | 3.0 overall | 3.2 overall |
ABB | 444 to include two electives | 2.9 overall | 3.1 overall |
BBB | 443 to include two electives | 2.8 overall | 3.0 overall |
BBC | 433 to include two electives | 2.7 overall | 3.0 overall |
BCC | 333 to include two electives | 2.6 overall | 3.0 overall |
CCC | 332 to include two electives | 2.5 overall | 3.0 overall |
Associate degrees
If you have an associate degree, you can apply for first or second year entry.
For 1st year entrants:
- You must meet the subject requirements, either through the secondary or post-secondary studies
For 2nd year entrants:
- You must have covered the modules and content included in the first year of the Surrey degree course (as assessed by the appropriate admissions tutor). Your secondary qualifications (e.g. HKDSE) will also be taken into account during your application.
We do not include Liberal Studies in our offers.
If you do not meet the entry requirements, you can apply to study for an International Foundation Year at our International Study Centre, which will prepare you for a full undergraduate degree course.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 5 (elective) |
Grade B | 4 (elective) |
When A-level Maths is a required subject, the extended part of HKDSE Maths is required.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE), English 4.
Mathematics: Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE), Mathematics 3.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for a Hungarian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Hungary.
UK requirement (A-level) | Érettségi/Matura equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 5, 5, 5 in three intermediate level subjects |
AAB | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 5, 5, 4 in three intermediate level subjects |
ABB | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 5, 4, 4 in three intermediate level subjects |
BBB | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 4, 4, 4 in three intermediate level subjects |
BBC | 5, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 5, 4, 4 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
BCC | 5, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 4, 4, 4 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
CCC | 4, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 4, 4, 4 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
CCD | 4, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 4, 4, 3 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Érettségi/Matura equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 5 at Advanced level at 75% or above |
Grade B | 5 Advanced level at 70% or above |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Érettségi/Matura, pass (2). |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Érettségi/Matura, average (3). |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Érettségi/Matura, average (3). |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for an Indian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for India.
UK requirement (A-level) to Standard XII equivalent:
A-levels | ICSE/CBSE/ISC boards | West Bengal board | Other boards |
---|---|---|---|
A*AA | 90% | 80% | 92% |
AAA | 85% | 75% | 90% |
AAB | 80% | 70% | 85% |
ABB | 75% | 65% | 80% |
BBB | 70% | 60% | 75% |
BBC | 65% | 55% | 70% |
BCC | 60% | 50% | 65% |
CCC | 55% | 45% | 60% |
Subject requirements
UK subject requirement (A-level) | ICSE/CBSE/ISC boards | West Bengal board | Other boards |
---|---|---|---|
Standard XII equivalent | |||
Grade A | 80% | 75% | 85% |
Grade B | 70% | 65% | 75% |
Grade C | 60% | 55% | 65% |
Grade D | 50% | 45% | 55% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English:
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard XII , English 70% from CBSE or ISC exam boards
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard XII, English 80% from the majority of Indian state boards (excluding Haryana, Andhra Pradesh/Telangana/U.P./Bihar/Gujrat/Punjab).
Mathematics:
40% in either of the following All India Standard X qualifications:
- All India Secondary School Examination (Exam board = Central Board of Secondary Education)
- Indian Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (Exam board = Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhi)
Alternatively, 50% in Standard X from a state board.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Indonesia.
If you are studying for an Iranian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Iran.
UK requirement (A-level) | Peeshdaneshgahe (Pre-University Certificate) (up until 2019), National University Entrance Examination (Kunkur) |
---|---|
AAA - AAB | 16/20 overall |
ABB - BBB | 14/20 overall |
BBC | 13/20 overall |
BCC | 12/20 overall |
CCC | 11/20 overall |
Award of the High School Diploma (Theoretical Stream, post-2019) studied between 4-5 years, with an overall grade of 14*. The Technical and Vocational stream and Work and Knowledge stream will not be acceptable for direct entry.
*dependent on subject requirements
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Iraq.
If you are studying for an Irish qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Ireland.
UK requirement (A-level) | Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | H2, H2, H2, H2, H2, H2 |
AAB | H2, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3 |
ABB | H2, H2, H2, H3, H3, H3 |
BBB | H2, H3, H3, H3, H3, H3 |
BBC | H3, H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 |
BCC | H3, H3, H3, H4, H4, H4 |
CCC | H3, H4, H4, H4, H4, H4 |
CCD | H4, H4, H4, H4, H5, H5 H4, H4, H4, H4, O1, O1 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | H2 |
Grade B | H3 |
We will look at the QQI Level 5 Certificate on a case by case basis depending on module relevance to chosen degree programme. Please contact Admissions for more information.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English and mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Irish Leaving Certificate - O4 |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Irish Leaving Certificate - O3 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Irish Leaving Certificate - O3 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for an Italian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Italy.
UK requirement (A-level) | Diploma conseguito con l’Esame di Stato equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 96 |
AAA | 95 |
AAB | 90 |
ABB | 85 |
BBB | 80 |
BBC | 75 |
BCC | 70 |
CCC | 65 |
CCD | 60 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Individual subject mark |
---|---|
Grade A | 9/10 |
Grade B | 8/10 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Diploma di Esame di Stato, Pass (6) |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Diploma di Esame di Stato, Pass (6) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Diploma di Esame di Stato, Pass (7) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Upper Secondary School Certificate.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Jordan.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Kazakhstan.
Accepted qualifications
- Kenyan Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
Accepted with the same requirements as UK GCSEs. - Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate (COHSC)
- East African Advanced Certificate of Education (EAACE)
- Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE)
Accepted with the same requirements as UK A-levels.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Kuwait.
If you are studying for a Latvian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Latvia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 9.5 overall with at least 80% in three state exams |
AAB | 9.0 overall with at least 80% in three state exams |
ABB | 8.5 with at least 80% in three state exams |
BBB | 8.0 – with at least 80% in one state exam and 75% in 2 state exams |
BBC | 7.5 - with at least 75% in three state exams |
BCC | 7.5 - with at least 75% in two state exams and 70% in one state exam |
CCC | 7.0 - with at least 75% in one state exams and 70% in two state exams |
CCD | 6.5 - with at least 70% in three state exams |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 90% |
Grade B | 90% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību - Pass (4) |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību - Pass (5) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību - Pass (6) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the General Secondary Education Certificate.
If you are studying for a Lithuanian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Lithuania.
UK requirement (A-level) | Brandos Atestatas equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 9.5 – with at least 95% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
AAA | 9.0 – with at least 90% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
AAB | 9.0 – with at least 87% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
ABB | 8.5 – with at least 85% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
BBB | 8.0 – with at least 80% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
BBC | 7.5 - with at least 75% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
BCC | 7.0 - with at least 75% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
CCC | 7.0 - with at least 70% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
CCD | 6.5 with at least 70% in three state exams |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Brandos Atestatas equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 90% |
Grade B | 80% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Brandos Atestatas, 6 |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Brandos Atestatas, 7 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Brandos Atestatas, 7 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for qualifications from Luxembourg, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Luxembourg.
UK requirement (A-level) | Diplôme de Fin d'Études Secondaires equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 51 |
AAA | 48 |
AAB | 46 |
ABB | 44 |
BBB | 42 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diplôme de Fin d'Études Secondaires equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 48 |
Grade B | 39 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics: *Certificat de Fin d'études Moyennes*, Maths 40-47.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for a Malaysian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses.
Suitably qualified applicants can be considered for Year 2 entry. Please refer enquiries to international@surrey.ac.uk.
The table below shows grade equivalencies for Malaysia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | A, A-, A- |
AAA | A-, A-, A- |
AAB | A-, A-, B+ |
ABB | A-, B+, B+ |
BBB | B+, B+, B+ |
BBC | B-, B-, C+ |
BCC | B-, B-, C+ |
CCC | B-, C+, C+ |
UK requirement (A-level) | Matrikulasi equivalent | Diploma equivalent (considered on a case-by-case basis) |
---|---|---|
AAA | CGPA 3.4 | CGPA 3.20 |
AAB | CGPA 3.3 | CGPA 3.10 |
ABB | CGPA 3.2 | CGPA 3.00 |
BBB | CGPA 3.1 | CGPA 2.90 |
BBC | CGPA 3.0 | CGPA 2.90 |
BCC | CGPA 2.9 | CGPA 2.80 |
CCC | CGPA 2.8 | CGPA 2.70 |
UK requirement (A-level) | Unified Examination Certificate |
---|---|
AAB | B3 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
ABB | B3 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
BBB | B4 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
BBC | B4 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
BCC | B5 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
CCC | B5 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | A- |
Grade B | B+ |
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matrikulasi equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 3.67 |
Grade B | 3.33 |
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) |
---|---|
Grade A | A2 |
Grade B | B4 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) English with CEFR grade B2 in all components OR Pre-2021, Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), 1119 Advanced English C.
Mathematics: Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), Mathematics C.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Maltese qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Malta.
UK requirement (A-level) | MEC Advanced | MEC Intermediate |
---|---|---|
AAA | AA | AAA |
AAB | AB | AAB |
ABB | AB | ABB |
BBB | BBB | BB |
BBC | BC | BBC |
BCC | BC | BCC |
CCC | CC | CCC |
CCD | CD | CCD |
Please note: you will need the Advanced and Intermediate, so for BBB in the UK A-levels we would ask for BB MEC Advanced and BBB MEC Intermediate.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Advanced Matriculation Certificate equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Secondary Education Certificate, English, 3
Mathematics:
Grade C/4 | Secondary Education Certificate, 5. |
---|---|
Grade B/5 | Secondary Education Certificate, 4. |
Grade A/7 | Secondary Education Certificate, 2 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We accept the following qualifications:
GCE O-levels
Accepted with the same requirements as UK GCSEs.Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate/GCE Advanced Level
Accepted with the same requirements as UK A-levels.
We do not accept the Diplomă de Bacalaureat from Moldova for year 1 entry. However, a foundation course or evidence of further study will be considered.
If you are studying for qualifications in the Netherlands, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for the Netherlands.
UK requirement (A-level) | Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) |
---|---|
AAA | 8 |
AAB | 7.8 |
ABB | 7.4 |
BBB | 7.2 |
BBC | 7 |
BCC | 6.8 |
CCC | 6.6 |
CCD | 6.4 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK requirement (A-level) | Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) |
---|---|
Grade A | 8.0 |
Grade B | 7.5 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 8
Mathematics:
Grade C | VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 6 |
---|---|
Grade B | VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 6 |
Grade A | VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 6.5 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for New Zealand qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for New Zealand.
UK requirement (A-level) | Grade equivalence |
---|---|
AAA | NCEA Level 3 with Excellence endorsement |
AAB | NCEA Level 3 with Merit endorsement including 30 level 3 credits at Excellence |
ABB | NCEA Level 3 with Merit endorsement including 27 level 3 credits at Excellence |
BBB | NCEA Level 3 with Merit endorsement including 24 Level 3 credits at Excellence |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), Level 3 equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 20 Level 3 credits in the required subject, with Excellence (E) in 15 credits. |
Grade B | 20 Level 3 credits in the required subject, with Excellence (E) in 12 credits. |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), English, Achieved.
Mathematics: National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), Mathematics, Achieved.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) from Nigeria.
If you are studying for Norwegian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Norway.
UK requirement (A-level) | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 5.0 overall |
AAA | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.5 overall |
AAB | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.5 overall |
ABB | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.0 overall |
BBB | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.0 overall |
BBC | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 3.5 overall |
BCC | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 3.0 overall |
CCC | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 2.5 overall |
CCD | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 2.0 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 4.5 |
Grade B | 4.0 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole, English 4.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) /Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole/ Vitnemal for Grunnskolen 2 (Pass) |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole/ Vitnemal for Grunnskolen 2.5 (Pass) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole/ Vitnemal for Grunnskolen 2.5 (Pass) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Oman.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
Take a look at country-specific information for certain countries in the Middle East.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
If you are a student from Brazil then take a look at the country-specific entry requirements.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
Take a look at country-specific information for certain countries in South Asia.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
Take a look at country-specific information for certain countries in South East Asia.
We do not accept the Intermediate/Higher Secondary Certificate from Pakistan.
If you are studying for Polish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Poland.
UK requirement (A-level) | Świadectwo Dojrzałości equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 90 per cent in all written standard level subjects including three extended level subjects, each at 90 per cent. |
AAA | 90 per cent in all written standard level subjects including three extended level subjects, each at 85 per cent. |
AAB | 85 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 80 per cent. |
ABB | 80 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 75 per cent. |
BBB | 75 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 70 per cent. |
BBC | 70 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 65 per cent. |
BCC | 70 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 60 per cent. |
CCC | 60 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 60 per cent. |
CCD | 60 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 55 per cent. |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Świadectwo Dojrzałości/Matura equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 80 per cent at extended level. |
Grade B | 70 per cent at extended level. |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
Grade C | *Świadectwo Dojrzałości*/*Matura*, 30% |
Grade B | *Świadectwo Dojrzałości /*Matura*, 30% |
Grade A | *Świadectwo Dojrzałości*/*Matura*, 40% |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Portuguese qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Portugal.
UK requirement (A-level) | Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários / Diploma Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Certificado Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Diploma de Ensino Secundario / Certidao do Decimo Segundo Ano / Certificado de Habilitacoes do Ensino Secundario equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 17< |
AAB | 16.5 |
ABB | 16 |
BBB | 15.5 |
BBC | 15 |
BCC | 14.5 |
CCC | 14 |
CCD | 13.5 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários / Diploma Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Certificado Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Diploma de Ensino Secundario / Certidao do Decimo Segundo Ano / Certificado de Habilitacoes do Ensino Secundario equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 17 |
Grade B | 16 |
Where maths is a required subject at A-level, applicants will be required to achieve Certifcado de fim de Estudos Secundarios maths at 17 for A-level Grade A, 16 for Grade B and 15 for Grade C.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
Grade C | *Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários* 10 |
Grade B | *Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários* 11 |
Grade A | *Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários* 12 |
If maths does not appear in the final Certifcado de fim de Estudos Secundarios (or other named qualifications above) or if the above grades were not met, we can accept maths in the Y9 high school transcript at the following grades:
GCSE C | 3/5 |
GCSE B | 4/5 |
GCSE A | 5/5 |
We do not accept Qatar school leaving qualifications.
If you are studying for Romanian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Romania.
UK requirement (A-level) | Diplomă de Bacalaureat equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 9.3 overall |
AAA | 9.0 overall |
AAB | 8.5 overall |
ABB | 8.0 overall |
BBB | 8.0 overall |
BBC | 7.5 overall |
BCC | 6.0 overall |
CCC | 6.5 overall |
CCD | 6.0 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diplomă de Bacalaureat equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 9.0 |
Grade B | 8.0 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
Grade C |
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Grade B |
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Grade A |
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Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Certificate of Secondary (Complete) General Education.
We do not accept the Tawjihiyah (General Secondary Education Certificate).
If you are studying for Singaporean qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Singapore.
UK requirement (A-level) | Singapore/Cambridge A-levels (H2) equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | AAB |
AAB | ABB |
ABB | BBB |
BBB | BBC |
BBC | BCC |
BCC | CCC |
CCC | CCD |
UK requirement (A-level) | Singapore Polytechnic Diploma equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | GPA of 3.2 |
AAA | GPA of 3.1 |
AAB | GPA of 3.0 |
ABB | GPA of 2.9 |
BBB | GPA of 2.8 |
BBC | GPA of 2.7 |
BCC | GPA of 2.6 |
CCC | GPA of 2.5 |
Suitably qualified applicants can be considered for Year 2 entry. Please refer enquiries to international@surrey.ac.uk.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Singapore/Cambridge A-levels (H2) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and Mathematics.
English: Singapore/Cambridge O-level English at grade C. The Singapore Integrated Programme satisfies the English requirement.
Mathematics: Singapore/Cambridge O-level mathematics at grade C. The Singapore Integrated Programme satisfies the mathematics requirement.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Slovakian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Slovakia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Maturitná skúška equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 1.0 |
AAA | 1.5 |
AAB | 1.5 |
ABB | 2.0 |
BBB | 2.0 |
BBC | 2.2 |
BCC | 2.4 |
CCC | 2.6 |
CCD | 2.8 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Maturitná skúška equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 1.5 |
Grade B | 2.0 |
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Maturitná skúška 4 (Dostatocny) |
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Maturitná skúška 3 (Dobry) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Maturitná skúška 3 (Dobry) |
Alternatively, where mathematics is not studied as part of the Maturitná skúška, we will accept mathematics in the Y11 or Y12 high school transcript at the same grades outlined above.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Slovenian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Slovenia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Matura Spricevalo equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 25 points overall |
AAB | 24 points overall |
ABB | 23 points overall |
BBB | 22 points overall |
BBC | 21 points overall |
BCC | 20 points overall |
CCC | 19 points overall |
CCD | 18 points overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level.
Subjects that ask specifically for mathematics or require English A-Level (English Literature BA or English Literature with Creative Writing BA):
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matura equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 7 at higher level |
Grade B | 6 at higher level |
For all other required subjects and where mathematics is a second science:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matura equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 5 at standard level |
Grade B | 4 at standard level |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
Grade C | Matura Spricevalo 2.0 |
Grade B | Matura Spricevalo 2.0 |
Grade A | Matura Spricevalo 3.0 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for South African qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for South Africa.
UK requirement (A-level) | Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement) |
---|---|
AAA | 77666 |
AAB | 76666 |
ABB | 76666 |
BBB | 66666 |
BBC | 66655 |
BCC | 66555 |
CCC | 55555 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 7 |
Grade B | 6 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement), English 5.
Mathematics: Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement), Mathematical Literacy 5 or Maths 4.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the High School Diploma.
If you are studying for Spanish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Spain.
UK requirement (A-level) | Título de Bachillerato equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 9.0 overall |
AAA | 8.5 overall |
AAB | 8.0 overall |
ABB | 7.8 overall |
BBB | 7.5 overall |
BBC | 7.3 overall |
BCC | 7.0 overall |
CCC | 6.5 overall |
CCD | 6.0 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Título de Bachillerato equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 9.0 |
Grade B | 8.0 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS required
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Graduado en Educacion Secundaria (GES) 5 / Titulo de Bachillerato 5 |
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Graduado en Educacion Secundaria (GES) 6 / Titulo de Bachillerato 5 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Graduado en Educacion Secundaria (GES) 7/ Titulo de Bachillerato 6 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Sri Lankan qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Sri Lanka:
UK requirement (A-level) | Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advanced level) equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | AAA |
AAA | AAA |
AAB | AAB |
ABB | ABB |
BBB | BBB |
BBC | BBC |
BCC | BCC |
CCC | CCC |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advanced level) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: Cambridge O-level, English at grade C
Mathematics: Cambridge/Sri Lankan O-level, mathematics at grade C
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Swedish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Sweden.
UK requirement (A-level) | Avgångsbetyg/Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola/Högskoleförberedande examen equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | A grades in the majority of subjects (18.5 points) |
AAB | A and B grades in the majority of subjects (18 points) |
ABB | B grades in the majority of subjects (17.5 points) |
BBB | B grades in the majority of subjects (17 points) |
BBC | B grades in the majority of subjects (16.5 points) |
BCC | B and C grades in the majority of subjects (15.5 points) |
CCC | B and C grades in the majority of subjects (14.5 points) |
CCD | C grades in the majority of subjects (13.5 points) |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Avgångsbetyg / Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola examen equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Grade C | C |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
GCSE English:
Courses requiring GCSE English Language C (4) or B (5) - English 6 grade C or English 5 grade B in one of the following qualifications:
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
Courses requiring GCSE English Language Grade A / 7 – English 6 at Grade B in one of the following qualifications:
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
GCSE Mathematics
Courses requiring GCSE Mathematics Grade C (4) or B (5) – Maths at Grade E in one of the following qualifications:
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
Courses requiring GCSE Mathematics Grade A / 7 – Maths at Grade D in one of the following qualifications
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
If you are studying for Swiss qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Switzerland.
UK requirement (A-level) | French speaking - Certificat de Maturite / Certificat de Maturie Catonal reconnu par la Confederatio German speaking - Katonales Maturitatszeugnis / Maturitat Italian speaking - Attestato di Maturita / Attestato di Maturita Cantonale Riconosciuto dalla Confederzione |
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AAA | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 5.0 overall |
AAB | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 5.0 overall |
ABB | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.8 overall |
BBB | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.5 overall |
BBC | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.4 overall |
BCC | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.3 overall |
CCC | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.2 overall |
CCD | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.1 overall |
Subject equivalent
- Grade A: Matura 5.0
- Grade B: Matura 4.5
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English and Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Certificat de Maturité / Kantonales Maturitätszeugnis / Maturität - 4.0 |
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Certificat de Maturité / Kantonales Maturitätszeugnis / Maturität - 4.1 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Certificat de Maturité / Kantonales Maturitätszeugnis / Maturität - 4.2 |
For the minimum standard for GCSE Mathematics only we can also accept:
- GCSE C Grade equivalent Certificat de Culture Generale - 4.0
- GCSE B Grade equivalent Certificat de Culture Generale - 4.1
- GCSE A Grade equivalent Certificat de Culture Generale - 4.2
If you studied the Certificat de Culture Generale then we may need an IELTS or equivalent to meet our minimum standards for English Language.
We do not accept the Senior High School Leaving Certificate.
If you are studying for Tanzanian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Tanzania.
UK requirement (A-level) | Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (ACSE) |
---|---|
AAA | AAA |
ABB | ABB |
BBB | BBB |
CCC | CCC |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
- English Language: Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) at grade C.
- Mathematics: Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) at grade C.
We do not accept the Senior High School Leaving Certificate.
If you are studying for Turkish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Turkiye.
UK requirement (A-level) | Devlet Lise Diplomasi/Lise Bitirme Diplomasi equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 85% |
AAA | 80% |
AAB | 75% |
ABB | 70% |
BBB | 70% |
BBC | Lise Diplomasi with 65% in the final year |
BCC | Lise Diplomasi with 60% in the final year |
CCC | Lise Diplomasi with 55% in the final year |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Devlet Lise Diplomasi/Lise Bitirme Diplomasi equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 80% |
Grade B | 70% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics: Lise Bitirme Diplomasi Mathematics, 3, or 55% in Grade 10 or above.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Ugandan qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Uganda.
UK requirement (A-level) | Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (UACE) |
---|---|
AAA | AAA |
ABB | ABB |
BBB | BBB |
BBC | BBC |
CCC | CCC |
CCD | CCD |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Ugandan Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE), 6.
Mathematics: East African Certificate of Education (EACE), Mathematics 6, or, Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE), 6.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept Ukrainian school leaving qualifications.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications.
If you are studying for American qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. We are able to consider a combination of any three test scores at the appropriate level (e.g. 2 APs and 1 SAT Subject Test). Honours and College level class content can also be reviewed on case-by-case basis by our Admissions Team.
The table below shows grade equivalencies for the United States of America.
UK requirement (A-level) | Advanced Placement (AP) equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 555 |
AAA | 555 |
AAB | 554 |
ABB | 544 |
BBB | 444 |
BBC | 443 |
BCC | 433 |
CCC | 333 |
UK requirement (A-level) | SAT equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 1350 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 700 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
AAA | 1350 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 700 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
AAB | 1320 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 700 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
ABB | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 650 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
BBB | 1290 in the SAT Evidence-based Reading and Writing, and Mathematics Tests (combined) and 650 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
BBC | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 600 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
BCC | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 550 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
CCC | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 500 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
*Please see the latest update from the College Board regarding SAT Subject Tests.
UK requirement (A-level) | American College Testing (ACT) equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 29 (from a single exam sitting) |
AAA | 29 (from a single exam sitting) |
AAB | 29 (from a single exam sitting) |
ABB | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
BBB | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
BBC | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
BCC | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
CCC | 27 (from a single exam sitting) |
UK requirement (A-level) | Associate degree equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 3.3 |
AAA | 3.3 |
AAB | 3.3 |
ABB | 3.2 |
BBB | 3.2 |
BBC | 3.2 |
BCC | 3.2 |
CCC | 3.1 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Advanced Placement (AP) equivalent | SAT Subject Test |
---|---|---|
Grade A | 5 | 700 |
Grade B | 4 | 650 |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English: Grade 12 High School Diploma, English C.
Mathematics: Grade 12 High School Diploma, Mathematics C.
Alternatively, an overall SAT score of 1290/1600 (critical reading, writing and mathematics) with a minimum of 600 in each component.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and Mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Upper Secondary School Graduation Diploma.
Please refer to the entry requirements for the country where your High School qualifications originate from, or the relevant UK qualifications on the course page. For information on entry requirements based on an International Foundation Year, please contact the admissions team with details about where you are taking your International Foundation Year, and the content you are studying.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Algeria.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications.
We do not accept the Zimbabwe General Certificate of Education at Ordinary level.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Morocco.
English language requirements
IELTS Academic: 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each element.
View the other English language qualifications that we accept.
If you do not currently meet the level required for your programme, we offer intensive pre-sessional English language courses, designed to take you to the level of English ability and skill required for your studies here.
International Foundation Year
If you are an international student and you don’t meet the entry requirements for this degree, we offer the International Foundation Year at the Surrey International Study Centre. Upon successful completion, you can progress to this degree course.
Selection process
We normally make offers in terms of grades.
If you are a suitable candidate you will be invited to an offer holder event. During your visit to the University you can find out more about the course and meet staff and students.
Recognition of prior learning
We recognise that many students enter their higher education course with valuable knowledge and skills developed through a range of professional, vocational and community contexts.
If this applies to you, the recognition of prior learning (RPL) process may allow you to join a course without the formal entry requirements or enter your course at a point appropriate to your previous learning and experience.
There are restrictions on RPL for some courses and fees may be payable for certain claims. Please see the code of practice for recognition of prior learning and prior credit: taught programmes (PDF) for further information.
Contextual offers
Did you know eligible students receive support through their application to Surrey, which could include a grade reduction on offer?
Fees
Explore UKCISA’s website for more information if you are unsure whether you are a UK or overseas student. View the list of fees for all undergraduate courses.
Payment schedule
- Students with Tuition Fee Loan: the Student Loans Company pay fees in line with their schedule.
- Students without a Tuition Fee Loan: pay their fees either in full at the beginning of the programme or in two instalments as follows:
- 50% payable 10 days after the invoice date (expected to be early October of each academic year)
- 50% in January of the same academic year.
The exact date(s) will be on invoices. Students on part-time programmes where fees are paid on a modular basis, cannot pay fees by instalment.
- Sponsored students: must provide us with valid sponsorship information that covers the period of study.
Professional training placement fees
If you are studying on a programme which contains a Professional Training placement year there will be a reduced fee for the academic year in which you undertake your placement. This is normally confirmed 12 to 18 months in advance, or once Government policy is determined.
Additional costs
- Books/stationery/admin: Costs may be incurred associated with the purchase of writing paper and associated stationery
- Commuting (local travel expenses): Depending on placement, students can incur travel, visa and accommodation costs.
Scholarships and bursaries
We're committed to making sure that we offer support for students who might need it.
Our award-winning Professional Training placement scheme gives you the chance to spend a year in industry, either in the UK or abroad.
We have thousands of placement providers to choose from, most of which offer pay. So, become one of our many students who have had their lives and career choices transformed.
Astronautics and space engineering placements
Our students are in high demand and there are many interesting and challenging opportunities on offer. These include:
- Airbus Defence and Space
- Air Products
- Kaon Ltd
- McLaren Applied Technologies
- Renesas Electronics
- Sky TV
- Stanhope-Seta.
We also have contacts with many smaller companies which provide excellent placement opportunities.
Many of our students return from these with offers of employment – and financial sponsorship.
Professional Training placement experience can be used in partial fulfilment of the training component for chartered engineer status.
Applying for placements
Students are generally not placed by the University. But we offer support and guidance throughout the process, with access to a vacancy site of placement opportunities.
Find out more about the application process.
Discover, develop and dive in
Find out how students at Surrey developed their skills in industry by undertaking a placement year.
Discover, develop and dive in
Find out how students at Surrey developed their skills in industry by undertaking a placement year.
Study and work abroad
Studying at Surrey opens a world of opportunity. Take advantage of our study and work abroad partnerships, explore the world, and expand your skills for the graduate job market.
The opportunities abroad vary depending on the course, but options include study exchanges, work/research placements, summer programmes, and recent graduate internships. Financial support is available through various grants and bursaries, as well as Student Finance.
Perhaps you would like to volunteer in India or learn about Brazilian business and culture in São Paulo during your summer holidays? With 140+ opportunities in 36+ different countries worldwide, there is something for everyone.
Partner institutions
In your second year, you’ll have the option of spending one or two semesters abroad at one of our partner universities. Students have studied in:
- America
- Australia
- Singapore.
Find out more about our international partner institutions.
You can also choose to spend your Professional Training placement working in another country.
Apply for your chosen course online through UCAS, with the following course and institution codes.