MSc (Eng) Electronic Engineering and the Internet of Things with a Year in Industry in Liverpool United Kingdom | University of Liverpool

Program overviewThis established MSc program equips you with advanced expertise in electronic engineering and IoT technologies. Our curriculum is refreshed yearly to ensure alignment with current industry trends and technological advancements.Program structureThe initial year mirrors our one-year MSc program, establishing core competencies through essential subjects like embedded systems, digital design, IC engineering, microprocessor architectures, IoT technologies, and research methodologies with project management training.The curriculum encompasses digital design principles, microelectronic materials science, and advanced embedded system development - including a dedicated module to prepare you for your final research project in the third semester.Specialization opportunities are available through elective modules covering image processing fundamentals, network communication principles, parallel programming for multi-core systems, and plasma technology applications in microelectronics.Your second year features an extended industrial placement (typically 30 weeks from September to June), either domestically or internationally. This practical experience allows you to apply academic knowledge in professional settings, enhancing your employability through hands-on engineering work, professional networking, and workplace confidence development. Many students maintain relationships with their placement organizations, often returning for future projects or employment post-graduation.Note: We continuously enhance our postgraduate offerings. From September 2025, this program will also be available as "Microelectronic Systems with a Year in Industry MSc," providing graduates with dual degree title options.Career prospectsThis MSc opens doors to diverse opportunities across engineering, R&D, project leadership, financial technology, and related fields.The industrial placement significantly boosts your professional profile by:• Applying classroom theory to real-world challenges• Enhancing technical communication and teamwork abilities• Establishing valuable industry connections• Gaining practical insights that benefit your long-term career growth.