Electrical Energy Systems

About this programme

Graduate outcomes: Strathclyde ranked joint 1st in Scotland HESA Graduate Outcomes results 2026 Ranked Number 6 in the UK (and Number 1 in Scotland) for Electronic and Electrical Engineering by The Times/ Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026 Electrical energy is vital in today’s society. It powers manufacturing and transport, provides heat and light and is part of all modern life. One of the biggest challenges facing society is the need for reliable energy supplies with minimum impact on the environment. This degree responds to that need. It produces engineers with the technical expertise and skills to tackle this challenge and all complex issues surrounding the applications of electrical power. The search for, and integration of, renewable and carbon-neutral energy sources into the existing power network requires innovative engineering solutions involving fuel cells, solar, wind, wave and tidal technologies. Examples of such innovation include our energy project in The Gambia and opportunities exist for you to be part of the annual expedition there to install solar technologies into rural communities. The Institution of Engineering & Technology (IET) - this programme is CEng accredited and fulfils the educational requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer. You study a variety of technical subjects including electronic & electrical theory, analogue and digital circuits, maths, business management and software engineering. You complete group-based laboratory projects such as how to build hydrogen-powered vehicles and design wireless communications to gai