Control and Instrumentation Engineering MEng
Bangor , United Kingdom
MEng Control and Instrumentation Engineering
Prifysgol Bangor University
Control and Instrumentation Engineering
Program Overview: MEng Control and Instrumentation Engineering
This four-year integrated Masters course prepares you for work as a professional electronic engineer specialising in Control and Instrumentation Engineering. Control and instrumentation lies at the heart of many modern industries, from nuclear and renewable power generation to all sorts of manufacturing industries.
During the course you will gain extensive practical experience to ensure that you develop sound practical skills as well as a thorough theoretical knowledge. You will study both general aspects of electronic engineering and more specialised modules in control systems and instrumentation.
Bangor University's School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering has a strong research base in optoelectronics, communications, microelectronics, bioelectronics, materials science, control systems and instrumentation. The MEng qualification is recognised as meeting the educational requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status through the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).
Key Program Highlights
- IET-accredited programme with over 30 years of accreditation history, supporting your path to Chartered Engineer status
- Ranked 4th in the UK for Electronic Engineering research outputs in the Research Excellence Framework
- Extensive hands-on laboratory experience including access to state-of-the-art clean room facilities
- Optional Placement Year and International Experience Year pathways available to enhance your professional development
Curriculum and Modules
The MEng Control and Instrumentation Engineering curriculum blends core electronic engineering fundamentals with specialised modules in control systems, instrumentation, and power systems. Across four years, you progressively build from foundational theory to advanced master's-level topics, culminating in a substantial research or design project. Module listings are for guidance purposes and may be subject to change.
Control Systems Engineering
20 creditsCovers the analysis and design of feedback control systems, including classical and modern control theory, stability analysis, and controller design techniques for industrial applications.
Instrumentation and Measurement
20 creditsExplores sensor technologies, signal conditioning, data acquisition systems, and measurement principles used in industrial process monitoring and control environments.
Power Electronics and Drives
20 creditsIntroduces power semiconductor devices, converter topologies, and electric motor drive systems used in renewable energy, power generation, and industrial automation applications.
Digital Signal Processing
20 creditsFocuses on discrete-time signals and systems, filter design, spectral analysis, and the application of DSP techniques to real-world engineering problems in communications and control.
Embedded Systems and Microcontrollers
20 creditsProvides practical skills in programming and designing embedded systems using microcontrollers, covering real-time operating systems and hardware-software integration for control applications.
MEng Research Project
40 creditsA substantial individual research or design project in the final year, allowing you to apply advanced engineering knowledge to a real-world control and instrumentation challenge under academic supervision.
Elective Modules
Admission Requirements
Entry to the MEng Control and Instrumentation Engineering programme is based on academic qualifications in mathematics and physics or electronics. Bangor University welcomes applications from students with a wide range of qualifications and backgrounds, including international applicants and mature students. To apply, submit your application through Uni4Edu.
Academic Requirements
- Tariff Points128-136 UCAS tariff points from Level 3 qualifications
- A-Level RequirementsIncluding minimum grade C in Mathematics and grade C in Physics or Electronics
- BTECNational Extended Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering: DDM-DDD
- International BaccalaureateIB Diploma including H5 in Mathematics and Physics
- Other QualificationsInternational school-leaving qualifications and college diplomas accepted from countries worldwide, subject to English language requirements
English Language Requirements
- IELTSOverall 6.0 with no element below 5.5
- TOEFL iBT75 overall (Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20, Writing 18)
- Pre-sessional EnglishBangor University ELCOS pre-sessional courses available to achieve required level
Required Documents
Application Deadlines
For personalized admission guidance, document verification, and application support, please contact Uni4Edu
Scholarships and Funding
Bangor University offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to support students in the School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering. International applicants are automatically considered for certain awards when they apply through Uni4Edu, with no separate scholarship application required for some schemes.
Electronic Engineering Scholarship
GBP 1,500 over three yearsThree competitive scholarships are available specifically for Electronic Engineering students, awarded based on academic merit and distributed across three years of study.
Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship
Up to GBP 10,000A flagship scholarship for international students based on criteria including academic performance, personal statement, and course choice. All international applicants are automatically considered.
Electronic Engineering Bursary
GBP 1,500A bursary available to eligible Electronic Engineering students to help with the cost of study. Additional bursaries such as the Drapers' Bursary may also be available.
For detailed tuition fee information, please contact Uni4Edu — we will guide you through the costs and available funding options for this program.
Career Prospects
Graduates in Control and Instrumentation Engineering from Bangor University have excellent career prospects in the fast-growing power generation and power distribution sectors, including low-carbon and renewable generation as well as the manufacturing industry. The MEng qualification meets the educational requirements for Chartered Engineer status, enhancing your professional standing in the industry.
Typical Graduate Roles
Typical Employers
Rankings and Recognition
Bangor University is a well-established institution founded in 1884 with strong research credentials in electronic engineering. The university's research was recognised in the Research Excellence Framework, with 85% of research rated as world-leading or internationally excellent. Electronic Engineering at Bangor is ranked 4th in the UK for research outputs.
| Subject | Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic Engineering Research Outputs | REF (Research Excellence Framework) | 4th in UK |
| Engineering | EduRank | 52nd in UK |
| Agriculture and Forestry | QS World Rankings by Subject | Top 150 |
| Environmental Sciences | QS World Rankings by Subject | Top 350 |
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