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The Degree Apprenticeship in Electrical and Electronic Engineering has been developed with the support of Northern Irish industry as an alternative pathway towards attaining the Bachelors degree (BEng honours) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering whilst pursuing employment in an appropriate engineering setting within industry. The scheme is approved by the Northern Ireland Department for the Economy amd must therefore follow the operational requirements of the Higher Level apprenticeship to level 6.
This degree program is broadly based on the fundamentals of Electronic and Electrical Engineering. All engineers within these discipline must understand the basics of electricity and magnetism.
Electronic engineers should be able to analyse, evaluate, and design electronic circuits for practical applications. Modern electronic engineers need to be well versed in digital electronics, microelectronics, and computer engineering with their associated software. Electronic engineers are required to design devices from household and personal devices to electrical circuits found on automobiles, for example.
Electrical engineers are required to deal with electrical machines (motors and generators). They must also be well versed on power distributions systems that serve all of society. Increasing, as society moves towards cleaner sources of renewable energy, electrical engineers must be able to design and operate power distribution systems that can handle energy generation from distributed wind, solar, and other renewable sources.
The manufacturing sector also requires electrical engineers and this program is designed to include controls systems (Programmable Logic Controllers) that the manufacturing industry rely on. The program also includes the latest technology on Industry 4.0 which is key to the future of the manufacturing sector.
A Degree Apprenticeship is a work-based training programme that provides an alternative route to getting a University Degree, where Apprentices complete their course alongside paid permanent employment.
Degree Apprenticeships involve integrated learning - you’ll gain practical experience that will inform your learning, and with mentorship support, you’ll apply what you study to your work within your organisation.
Degree Apprenticeships are funded by the Department for the Economy, so you can complete your undergraduate degree without having to pay tuition fees.
You should apply for a Degree Apprenticeship programme once your Apprenticeship employer has made you an offer of employment.
For details of all available job opportunities, please complete the enquiry form below and our course team will get in touch.
To be eligible to apply for a Degree Apprenticeship, you and your employer must meet all of the scheme’s eligibility criteria.
You must also meet the minimum academic entry requirements for the course you intend to study.
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The degree program has been designed to allow apprentices complete their academic course of study within a four-year time frame on a part-time mode of study. The course modular content is the same as the equivalent full-time program of 360 ECTS credits. The apprenticeship has an accelerated first year which is equivalent to the full-time version of the same degree.
Hence, apprentices are required to undertake 120 ECTS credits in year 1 (level 4) over two semesters (60 ECTS per semester) but are then required to take 80 credits per year (40 ECTS per semester) for years 2, 3, and 4. Year 2 involves level 5 modules, year 3 includes level 5 and 6 modules, year 4 includes levels 6 modules.
Modules
Here is a guide to the subjects studied on this course.
Courses are continually reviewed to take advantage of new teaching approaches and developments in research, industry and the professions. Please be aware that modules may change for your year of entry. The exact modules available and their order may vary depending on course updates, staff availability, timetabling and student demand. Please contact the course team for the most up to date module list.
Year 1
Semester 1
Module Title: EEE107 – Mathematics for Engineering I
Compulsory
Module description:
This module provides students with a solid foundation in the fundamental topics in engineering mathematics. The material develops the student's competencies in the essential mathematics that forms an integral part of an undergraduate honours degree in engineering related disciplines.
Module Title: EEE130 – Electricity & Magnetism
Compulsory
Module description:
This module will introduce the fundamental concepts of electrostatic and electromagnetic, related rules, electric and magnetic materials and their characteristics, and their applications in physical systems.
Module Title: EEE131 – Programming for Engineering
Compulsory
Module description:
This module provides students with a solid foundation in developing software programs using a procedural programming language. It utilises a middle-level language to enable the engineering student to understand the relationship between software programs and the underlying hardware on which the program operates, whilst learning the key concepts and skills relevant to many modern high-level languages.
Semester 2
Module Title: EEE201 – Circuit Analysis I
Compulsory
Module description:
This module provides an introduction to the key electronic components, the basic concepts of electronic circuit design and the basic principles of electronic circuit testing and measurement taking. This module introduces the student to analogue electronics principles presented using a combination of lectures, tutorials and practical laboratories and are assessed using continuous assessment in the form of a class test and lab practical assessments.
Module Title: EEE185 – Digital Electronics
Compulsory
Module description:
This module introduces the fundamentals of digital electronic devices and simple logic circuits as well as basic logic design techniques. The module introduces the student to basic digital electronics principles presented using a combination of lectures, tutorials and practical laboratories and are assessed using continuous assessment in the form of a written class test and lab practical assessments.
Module Title: EEE210 – Programmable Controller Systems
Compulsory
Module description:
This module introduces programmable controller systems and the principles of modern interfacing to sensors and actuators. The module also discusses performance issues related to the interrupt and non-interrupt based software programming. Both elements of the module are presented through lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions and are assessed using continuous assessment methods.
Year 2
Semester 1
Module Title: EEE406 – Maths for Engineering II
Compulsory
Module description:
This module provides students with a solid foundation in essential mathematics required for further study in engineering or related fields. It focuses on developing the mathematical skills needed to solve problems encountered during their undergraduate studies. The content is introduced in a practical and engaging way, helping students connect mathematical theory to real-world problems, making the concepts more meaningful and relevant for their future careers.
The module encourages a spirit of mathematical inquiry and discovery, fostering confidence in problem-solving. Students will engage in interactive learning and collaborative exercises, which will help them build both theoretical knowledge and practical problem-solving skills.
To support their learning, students will be introduced to MATLAB, a tool for numerical computing that will help them explore and visualise mathematical concepts. However, the primary focus remains on developing mathematical theory and its application, with programming serving as a supplementary tool.
Assessment will ensure a balanced approach to both theory and application.
Module Title: EEE404 – Programmable Logic Controllers
Compulsory
Module description:
This module provides students with a practical introduction to the principles, architecture, and applications of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) used in industrial automation. Students will develop a practical understanding of how a PLC provides real time control using external devices (sensors/actuators) and use the IEC61131-3 standard PLC programming languages to develop functional solutions to real world problems. The module content is presented through lectures and hands-on practical sessions and assessed using continuous assessment methods.
Module Title: EEE425 – Professional Development for Apprenticeships
Compulsory
Module description:
This module equips apprentices with research, professional, and transferable skills that can be applied directly within their current engineering roles. It develops knowledge of professional responsibilities, workplace ethics, and industry standards, while enabling apprentices to present themselves confidently in recruitment and promotion contexts. Activities are workplace-focused, encouraging apprentices to use live examples, employer feedback, and professional body standards as the basis for personal and career development.
Semester 2
Module Title: EEE422 – Circuits Analysis II
Compulsory
Module description:
This module introduces the principles of design of analogue and digital building blocks which can be integrated to form electronic systems of moderate complexity. The module also discusses issues related to the interfacing of analogue and digital signals. Both elements of the module are presented through lectures, tutorials and practicals and are assessed using both continuous assessment and formal written examination methods.
Module Title: EEE409 – Engineering of Control Systems & Signals
Compulsory
Module description:
This level 5 module will endow engineering students with the knowledge and skills to analyse and design control systems and signal processing systems. The module will present the core theoretical elements necessary for the design of continuous control and feedback systems. The specific theory and mathematics of Laplace transforms for control systems will be taught. In addition, the theory of digital signal filters and how to apply them to real problems will be presented.
Year 3
Semester 1
Module Title: EEE413 – Electrical Machines & Renewable Energy
Compulsory
Module description:
This module is designed to further develop the students understanding of Electrical Machines, and their practical understanding of the design and implementation of control circuitry to drive such machines. It is presented via lectures and practical laboratory elements and is assessed using continuous assessment methods.
Module Title: EEE540 – Programmable Logic Systems
Compulsory
Module description:
This module is designed to reinforce and further develop a student's digital design and implementation skills. It is presented via lectures, tutorials, seminars and practicals and is assessed using continuous assessment methods.
Semester 2
Module Title: EEE601 – Industry 4.0
Compulsory
Module description:
This module advances the understanding of Internet of Things in an Industrial context as Industry 4.0, encapsulating the trends and technologies that are transforming the way manufacturing and production operations manage their processes. Its focuses on how data is produced, stored, processed, analysed, and exchanged between operational systems inside industrial plants and in the cloud.
The elements of the module are presented through lectures and practical sessions and are assessed using continuous assessment methods.
Module Title: ENE302 – Power Systems Analysis
Compulsory
Module description:
Building on the fundamentals covered in ENE123 (EEE186 Magee), the aim is to develop design skills in the technologies and energy engineering involved with electricity generation, its supply, distribution and end use of electricity, both in a domestic and industrial context.
Year 4
Semester 1
Module Title: EEE542 – Microelectronics
Compulsory
Module description:
This module provides students with a graduate level understanding of semiconductor materials and microelectronics circuit performance. Additionally students will be analytically proficient in microelectronic circuit analysis techniques and be able to produce design equations for temperature stability of these circuits. The module will teach the concept of interconnect delay and noise using models of delay lines circuit noise. All teaching material will be supported with lab simulations.
Module Title: EEE521 – Final Year Project (40 CATS; runs across S1 & S2)
Compulsory
Module description:
Students are required to undertake a major project during the final year of the course. The module offers students an opportunity to develop a realistic and meaningful piece of work during their final year. This module allows a chosen subject area to be researched in depth and a solution developed as a consequence. Students will have the opportunity to integrate and apply the learning achieved from other modules in the course. The module runs during both semesters and allows students to develop a comprehensive approach to all aspects of working on a large project. The project encourages innovation and creative thinking in the development of the solution. It also develops the entrepreneurial mindset, which can influence the challenges undertaken and final decisions made.
Semester 2
Module Title: EEE550 – Renewable Energy & Smart Grids
Compulsory
Module description:
The module covers theoretical and practical aspects of the smart power grid and the integration of renewables based distributed energy resources (DERs).
The challenges with intermittent generation and DERs will be solved with technological advances in the existing power grid and awareness and participation of engaged consumers
The drive for lower-carbon generation technologies, combined with greatly improved efficiency on the demand side, will enable customers to become much more inter-active with the networks. Electricity grids of the future will allow the customer to take an active role in the generation and consumption of electricity as well as the stability of the supply. We will all play our part in the future Smart Grid.
Module Title: EEE521 – Final Year Project (continues)
Compulsory
Module description:
Students are required to undertake a major project during the final year of the course. The module offers students an opportunity to develop a realistic and meaningful piece of work during their final year. This module allows a chosen subject area to be researched in depth and a solution developed as a consequence. Students will have the opportunity to integrate and apply the learning achieved from other modules in the course. The module runs during both semesters and allows students to develop a comprehensive approach to all aspects of working on a large project. The project encourages innovation and creative thinking in the development of the solution. It also develops the entrepreneurial mindset, which can influence the challenges undertaken and final decisions made.
Attendance for the first year is accelerated to be equivalent to the full-time program timetable over the first two semesters; hence, first-year attendance is typically up to four days per week. Attendance in years two, three, and four is part-time and typically requires one full day or two half days per week per semester. Each semester consists of twelve teaching weeks followed by a study week and two weeks for final examination (fifteen weeks in total). A final exam on a module may be scheduled to take place on a specific day. Most modules are assessed exclusively by coursework and therefore have no final exam at the end of the semester. In this case it is typical that assessment takes place during the teaching and study weeks. The attendance requirements may vary from semester to semester.
Modules include formal lectures supplemented by tutorials, seminars, guest lectures and laboratory practical sessions, as appropriate. Practical hands-on workshop sessions are an integral part of many modules throughout the course. Case studies, group work and presentations are used extensively to support the student learning activity. All modules require attendance at the timetabled sessions but are deigned in such a way that students are expected to perform independent study to reinforce their learning outside of the classroom.
All modules are assessed by continuous coursework through the semester – there are no high-stakes, terminal examinations used on the programme. All assessment is done incrementally and in stepwise fashion to ensure that learning outcomes are met with good life-work balance for an improved student experience.
The content for each course is summarised on the relevant course page, along with an overview of the modules that make up the course.
Each course is approved by the University and meets the expectations of:
As part of your course induction, you will be provided with details of the organisation and management of the course, including attendance and assessment requirements - usually in the form of a timetable. For full-time courses, the precise timetable for each semester is not confirmed until close to the start date and may be subject to some change in the early weeks as all courses settle into their planned patterns. For part-time courses which require attendance on particular days and times, an expectation of the days and periods of attendance will be included in the letter of offer. A course handbook is also made available.
Courses comprise modules for which the notional effort involved is indicated by its credit rating. Each credit point represents 10 hours of student effort. Undergraduate courses typically contain 10, 20, or 40 credit modules (more usually 20) and postgraduate courses typically 15 or 30 credit modules.
The normal study load expectation for an undergraduate full-time course of study in the standard academic year is 120 credit points. This amounts to around 36-42 hours of expected teaching and learning per week, inclusive of attendance requirements for lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical work, fieldwork or other scheduled classes, private study, and assessment. Teaching and learning activities will be in-person and/or online depending on the nature of the course. Part-time study load is the same as full-time pro-rata, with each credit point representing 10 hours of student effort.
Postgraduate Master’s courses typically comprise 180 credits, taken in three semesters when studied full-time. A Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) comprises 60 credits and can usually be completed on a part-time basis in one year. A 120-credit Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) can usually be completed on a part-time basis in two years.
Class contact times vary by course and type of module. Typically, for a module predominantly delivered through lectures you can expect at least 3 contact hours per week (lectures/seminars/tutorials). Laboratory classes often require a greater intensity of attendance in blocks. Some modules may combine lecture and laboratory. The precise model will depend on the course you apply for and may be subject to change from year to year for quality or enhancement reasons. Prospective students will be consulted about any significant changes.
Assessment methods vary and are defined explicitly in each module. Assessment can be a combination of examination and coursework but may also be only one of these methods. Assessment is designed to assess your achievement of the module’s stated learning outcomes. You can expect to receive timely feedback on all coursework assessments. This feedback may be issued individually and/or issued to the group and you will be encouraged to act on this feedback for your own development.
Coursework can take many forms, for example: essay, report, seminar paper, test, presentation, dissertation, design, artefacts, portfolio, journal, group work. The precise form and combination of assessment will depend on the course you apply for and the module. Details will be made available in advance through induction, the course handbook, the module specification, the assessment timetable and the assessment brief. The details are subject to change from year to year for quality or enhancement reasons. You will be consulted about any significant changes.
Normally, a module will have 4 learning outcomes, and no more than 2 items of assessment. An item of assessment can comprise more than one task. The notional workload and the equivalence across types of assessment is standardised. The module pass mark for undergraduate courses is 40%. The module pass mark for postgraduate courses is 50%.
The class of Honours awarded in Bachelor’s degrees is usually determined by calculation of an aggregate mark based on performance across the modules at Levels 5 and 6, (which correspond to the second and third year of full-time attendance).
Level 6 modules contribute 70% of the aggregate mark and Level 5 contributes 30% to the calculation of the class of the award. Classification of integrated Master’s degrees with Honours include a Level 7 component. The calculation in this case is: 50% Level 7, 30% Level 6, 20% Level 5. At least half the Level 5 modules must be studied at the University for Level 5 to be included in the calculation of the class.
All other qualifications have an overall grade determined by results in modules from the final level of study.
In Masters degrees of more than 200 credit points the final 120 points usually determine the overall grading.
Figures from the academic year 2022-2023.
Teaching staff within the faculty are encouraged to become accredited members of the Higher Education Academy. Several staff within the school have past and current experience of external examining and other similar provision at other institutions.
As well as teaching, most staff are actively engaged in research that informs their teaching. In addition, some staff have substantial industrial experience prior to joining the University. A significant number are full members, or fellows, of appropriate professional bodies (e.g. IMechE, IET, IEEE, IEI). Staff from the school engage in high quality research in areas such as materials engineering, manufacturing processes and systems, embedded systems, digital systems design, with the growing strength in digital hardware design and neuromorphic engineering. In the most recent REF Unit of Assessment 12 for engineering (2021), 94% of Ulster's Engineering research was judged as world-leading or internationally excellent. Aspects of teaching and learning within the school have been demonstrated and published internationally; in particular our pioneering developments in the areas of managing placement are now used by several other universities across the globe. The school is leading on the area of Artificial Intelligence in education.
Several members of the team have been awarded Distinguished Fellowships in Teaching and Learning Support.
(Information gathered August 2025)
The University employs over 1,000 suitably qualified and experienced academic staff - 60% have PhDs in their subject field and many have professional body recognition.
Courses are taught by staff who are Professors (19%), Readers, Senior Lecturers (22%) or Lecturers (57%).
We require most academic staff to be qualified to teach in higher education: 82% hold either Postgraduate Certificates in Higher Education Practice or higher. Most academic and learning support staff (85%) are recognised as fellows of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) by Advance HE - the university sector professional body for teaching and learning. Many academic and technical staff hold other professional body designations related to their subject or scholarly practice.
The profiles of many academic staff can be found on the University’s departmental websites and give a detailed insight into the range of staffing and expertise. The precise staffing for a course will depend on the department(s) involved and the availability and management of staff. This is subject to change annually and is confirmed in the timetable issued at the start of the course.
Occasionally, teaching may be supplemented by suitably qualified part-time staff (usually qualified researchers) and specialist guest lecturers. In these cases, all staff are inducted, mostly through our staff development programme ‘First Steps to Teaching’. In some cases, usually for provision in one of our out-centres, Recognised University Teachers are involved, supported by the University in suitable professional development for teaching.
Figures from the academic year 2022-2023.
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We recognise a range of qualifications for admission to our courses. In addition to the specific entry conditions for this course you must also meet the University’s General Entrance Requirements.
The entry conditions below apply to applicants presenting qualifications from Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland or Great Britain.
To participate in a Degree Apprenticeship programme, you must:
Additionally:
To participate in a Degree Apprenticeship programme, your employer:
Before you submit your application for this course, you will need to have secured suitable employment. You can find out more about apprenticeships by visiting our Apprenticeship Hub.
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A-level essential:
One subject from Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Technology and Design, Design and Technology, Double Award Life and Health Sciences, or Environmental Technology.
Desirable Offer:
Candidates presenting with either Mathematics, Further Mathematics or Physics will be eligible for a reduced offer of CCC.
DMM
RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Engineering (601/7588/6) with overall award profile of DMM to include Merit in Engineering Principles and Merit in Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems.
A Levels with:
RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (601/7584/9) Note: The RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Engineering will satisfy the subject requirement provided it includes Merit in Engineering Principles.
RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (601/7580/1) Note: The RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Engineering will satisfy the subject requirement provided it includes Merit in Engineering Principles and Merit in Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems.
RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma does not satisfy the subject requirement for this course and will only be considered when presented with an A Level in one of the specified subjects.
The A level(s) and/or the BTEC qualification(s) must be in the specified subject(s) and must have the required modules.
OCR Nationals and Cambridge Technical Combinations
These qualifications do not satisfy the subject entry requirement for this course and will be accepted as grade only when presented with A levels in the relevant subject(s).
112 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level)
Higher Level subjects must include Mathematics with minimum H5 and one other subject with minimum H6 from Physics, Chemistry, Physics/Chemistry, Biology, Technology or Engineering, Technology & Design.
English at H6 if studied at Higher Level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level is also required.
Overall profile of 63% (120-credit Access Course)
Overall profile of 15 credits at Distinction and 30 credits at Merit (60-credit Access to HE Diploma). This means you'll need 15 credits at Distinction and 30 credits at Merit level.
English Language - GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above
Mathematics - GCSE pass at Grade C*/5 or above
Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Application of Number is regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE Mathematics.
HNC
Pass HNC with overall Distinction in an Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering subject for year 1 entry only. GCSE Maths Grade C/4 or an alternative Mathematics qualification acceptable to the University is also required.
HND Year one Entry
Pass HND in an Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering subject. GCSE Maths Grade C/4 or an alternative Mathematics qualification acceptable to the University is also required.
Foundation Degree
Overall pass in a relevant subject area with an overall mark of 50% and minimum 50% in all taught level 5 modules and 50% in the Level 4 Mathematics module within the Foundation Degree. GCSE Maths Grade C/4 or an alternative Mathematics qualification acceptable to the University is also required. Applicants presenting with an appropriate Foundation Degree Apprenticeship may be considered for year 2 entry to the linked degree apprenticeship.
The majority of students enter this programme in year 1 at Level 4. However, applicants who provide evidence of previous relevant successful study may be considered for entry to Level 5 of the programme. Exceptionally applicants may be considered for entry at Level 6. Transfer will normally be admitted with exemptions depending on prior accredited knowledge.
Graduates from this course are now working for:
With this degree you could become:
Apprentices are required to have a suitable contact of employment to commence the program of study. The employer, the apprentice, and the university are required to fulfil the operational requirements of the NI DfE Higher Level Apprenticeship program at level 6. Hence, the apprentices' career is embedded within the program of delivery and apprentices are expected to honour their employment contract with their supporting employer.
However, the program does include a module on professional development and apprentices graduating from the program are expected to have similar employability opportunities to full-time students.
There is no work placement required with this program of study. Apprentices are in full-time employment.
Accreditations reflect the excellence of our teaching, research, and knowledge exchange and ensure our programmes realise the highest expectations. By studying at Ulster University you’ll gain insight and be at the forefront of current industry practices, while our many accredited degree programmes open doors to the world’s top professional organisations, making you more attractive to future employers and giving you a competitive edge in the job market.
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.
Degree Apprenticeships at Ulster University are funded as part of the Department for the Economy's Higher Level Apprenticeship Scheme.
While there is no up-front cost for the Apprentice on this programme, resit fees may apply for multiple attempts at failed modules. As an apprentice, you will be paid at least the National Minimum Wage as an employee of the organisation you are working for.
Apprenticeship programmes are an outstanding way to pursue higher education and start a career while avoiding student loan debt.
Visit the Apprenticeship Hub for more information on Higher Level Apprenticeships.
*Degree Apprenticeship programmes are subject to DFE funding approval.
Undergraduate fees are subject to annual review, 2027/28 fees will be announced in due course.
See our tuition fees page for the current fees for 2026/27 entry.
Students on this program are eligible for the main engineering prizes within the school of computing, engineering, and intelligent systems, namely, the Terex year 1 Engineer of the year, Nuprint Technologies year 2 engineer of the year, and the Seagate Technology Graduate engineer of the year award.
Final year students are also eligible for the Lycra company prize in final year for a project in Mechanical Engineering, NIE Networks Final Year Project in Renewable Energy Engineering, and the FAST Technologies Final Year Prize for a Project involving Robotics and Automation.
Other Faculty Prizes can be viewed at: Ulster University Student Prizes and follow the links to the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment.
See if you can access financial or other forms of support, including mentorship to excel in your studies.
It is important to remember that costs associated with accommodation, travel (including car parking charges) and normal living will need to be covered in addition to tuition fees.
Where a course has additional mandatory expenses (in addition to tuition fees) we make every effort to highlight them above. We aim to provide students with the learning materials needed to support their studies. Our libraries are a valuable resource with an extensive collection of books and journals, as well as first-class facilities and IT equipment. Computer suites and free Wi-Fi are also available on each of the campuses.
There are additional fees for graduation ceremonies, examination resits and library fines.
Students choosing a period of paid work placement or study abroad as a part of their course should be aware that there may be additional travel and living costs, as well as tuition fees.
See the tuition fees on our student guide for most up to date costs.
It is important to remember that costs associated with accommodation, travel (including car parking charges) and normal living will need to be covered in addition to tuition fees.
Where a course has additional mandatory expenses (in addition to tuition fees) we make every effort to highlight them above. We aim to provide students with the learning materials needed to support their studies. Our libraries are a valuable resource with an extensive collection of books and journals, as well as first-class facilities and IT equipment. Computer suites and free Wi-Fi are also available on each of the campuses.
There are additional fees for examination resits and library fines. Where a graduation ceremony is part of your course, please be aware that additional fees will apply.
Students choosing a period of paid work placement or study abroad as a part of their course should be aware that there may be additional travel and living costs, as well as tuition fees.
See the tuition fees on our student guide for most up to date costs.
Ulster continues to develop and support sustainability initiatives with our staff, students, and external partners across various aspects of teaching, research, professional services operations, and governance.
At Ulster every person, course, research project, and professional service area on every campus either does or can contribute in some way towards the global sustainability and climate change agenda.
We are guided by both our University Strategy People, Place and Partnerships: Delivering Sustainable Futures for All and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Our work in this area is already being recognised globally. Most recently by the 2024 Times Higher Education Impact rating where we were recognised as Joint 5th Globally for Outreach Activities and Joint Top 20 Globally for Sustainable Development Goal 17: Partnership for the Goals.
Visit our Sustainability at Ulster destination to learn more about how the University strategy and the activities of Ulster University support each of the Sustainable Development Goals.
We are passionate about sharing with our students the vital role they each have now and as future professionals in promoting a sustainable future for all. We believe that sustainability is not the domain of one discipline or profession. It is the responsibility of all disciplines, professions, organisations and individuals.
That is why on each of our courses within the School of Computing, Engineering and Intelligent Systems you will learn about the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the contribution you can make now, and as a graduate in Computing or Engineering.
“Over the years, we've welcomed several Ulster University graduates into our organisation, and they have consistently impressed us with their strong educational background and their ability to meet the needs of our plant. Their technical expertise, honed through Ulster University’s rigorous degree programs, has proven to be invaluable in tackling the complex challenges we face daily.
They are not only proficient in their technical roles but also bring fresh perspectives and a proactive attitude that drives improvements. it's clear that their education at Ulster University has set them up for success.”
Kevlar® Maydown, DuPont
“At Seagate, collaboration with Ulster University is vital to how we build future-ready talent and strengthen the region’s technology and engineering capability. The University plays a crucial role in preparing the next generation of engineers and technologists, and we are proud to work closely with its students and graduates.
Ulster University graduates consistently bring strong technical foundations, problem-solving capability, curiosity and a collaborative mindset into our workplace. They adapt quickly, challenge thinking and add real value from day one.
Their degrees provide a strong blend of theory and practical experience, particularly through industry placement and project-based learning, which sets them up well for real-world engineering and technology roles at Seagate.
We are also committed to developing that talent, actively supporting structured graduate programmes, mentoring and clear progression pathways, helping individuals grow their careers and reach their full potential within our organisation.”
Seagate Technology, Springtown
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6. At any point after an offer has been made, students will be notified of any course changes in writing (usually by email) as soon as reasonably practicable and we will take all reasonable steps to minimise their impact where possible. The University will, where possible and reasonably practicable, seek the express consent of the student in regard to any changes concerning material or pre-contract information.
7. The University website will be updated to reflect the changed course information as soon as reasonably practicable.
8. If, after due consideration, you decide that you no longer want to study your course or to study at the University because of the changes, you may withdraw your application or terminate your contract with the University. In order to do so, you should notify us in writing by emailing admissions@ulster.ac.uk (and update UCAS if applicable). We will, on request, recommend alternative courses that you could study with us, or suggest a suitable course at an alternative higher education provider.
9. If you do not agree that the changes are fair, you can seek redress under the Student Complaints Procedures.
10. Providing the University has complied with the requirements of all applicable consumer protection laws, the University does not accept responsibility for the consequences of any modification, relocation or cancellation of any course, or part of a course, offered by the University. The University will give due and proper consideration to the effects thereof on individual students and take the steps necessary to minimise the impact of such effects on those affected.
11. The University is not liable for disruption to its provision of educational or other services caused by circumstances beyond its reasonable control providing it takes all reasonable steps to minimise the resultant disruption to such services.
12. Further information can be found in our terms and conditions.
The full Student Terms and Conditions is now available.
