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Today, engineering is a fascinating field that combines creativity, problem solving and technical knowledge to design, build and improve structures, machines, systems and processes.
Today's engineers apply scientific principles and mathematics to develop solutions that address real-world challenges, whether it's creating sustainable energy systems, designing safe transport methods or developing innovative technologies.
It's all about turning ideas into practical applications that improve our daily lives and contribute to the advancement of society.
The areas of applications for electrical engineers are almost limitless. From the deep sea to space, from tiny microchips to terawatt scale power transmission. With a degree in electrical engineering, you have the ideal foundation for a career in your specific area of interest. You will be learning and discovering new things every day for the rest of your life, broadening your knowledge in a wide range of areas. An engineering degree is the ideal foundation for lifelong learning and knowledge growth.
As an electrical engineer, you will
- play a vital role in improving the quality of life.
- tackle complex challenges that require creativity and analytical skills to find effective solutions.
- have a wide range of career opportunities in industries as diverse as telecommunications, automotive, aerospace and healthcare, especially with the growing demand for technology and sustainable energy solutions.
- continually learn and adapt to the rapid pace of technological change, which keeps the work exciting and encourages professional growth.
With Electrical Engineering, you can expect a multi-faceted course that combines electrical engineering, instrumentation, sensors and programming. The teaching is very practical from the start, with close links to lectures and local industry. You are going to do a lot of hands-on in labs and projects.
- Systems development: Designing systems for power generation, transmission and distribution.
- Circuit design: Creating and analysing electrical circuits to ensure they work correctly and efficiently.
- Research and testing: Conducting experiments and tests to improve existing technologies or develop new ones.
- Project management: Overseeing projects from conception to completion, ensuring they meet specifications and budgets.
- Collaboration: Working with other engineers and professionals to integrate electrical systems into larger projects.
We offer a unique programme with three different focus areas preparing you in the optimal way for your future career.
Although it may not be obvious, almost everything today requires automation. Cars, washing machines and ATMs cannot function without it. The power station that generates your electricity or the supermarket where you buy your groceries cannot function without automation.
The implementation of innovative automation concepts, Industry 4.0, has created many new jobs in the field of human-machine interaction. Our graduates can look forward to a secure, exciting and dynamic future.
IoT is transforming industries from healthcare to agriculture, manufacturing to smart homes. It enables automation, improves efficiency and enhances convenience by providing real-time insights and data-driven decisions. IoT-enabled climate monitoring networks can also measure temperature and humidity in different areas of the city, helping to identify heat islands - areas that are significantly warmer than others due to urban development. This allows cities to implement targeted strategies, such as green roofs or urban forestry, to cool these areas and reduce the effects of climate change. In smart energy grids, IoT devices monitor energy consumption and optimise distribution, reducing energy waste and lowering costs. Similarly, in industries such as manufacturing, IoT enables predictive maintenance, reducing downtime and optimising performance.
Internet of Things ? I am part of shaping the future
Electrical energy: In everyday life, we expect to have enough electricity whenever we want it. We take it for granted that our household appliances, lights and heating will work. A reliable energy supply is vital for the economy, but the environment should not be neglected. The generation, transmission and distribution of energy should be done in a way that conserves resources.
The use of renewable energy such as wind, photovoltaic and geothermal is the way forward. An increasing percentage of our electrical energy is becoming "green". However, most of these power generation methods are intermittent and dependent on external conditions such as wind or sun. We need to find new ways to store the energy and be able to deliver it to the consumer when needed. In addition, the energy is usually generated far from existing power plants, so we need to build new transport lines to get it to the right places.
Energy transition ? I know how power gets to the socket
Electromobility, the use of electricity for transport, is one of the most important solutions to combat climate change. Electrical engineers are directly involved in the development and optimisation of electric vehicles (EVs), charging infrastructure and energy management systems. By working on the design of energy efficient systems, power electronics and battery management solutions, they are helping to reduce the environmental impact of transport and accelerate the transition to a greener future.
In autonomous driving, electrical engineers work on some of the most advanced systems, including LIDAR, radar, cameras and GPS, which are essential for vehicle perception and navigation. Electrical engineers also help design the complex power electronics that ensure these sensors, along with the vehicle's core systems, operate seamlessly and efficiently in real time.
Tomorrow´s mobility ? Sure. I develop electric cars
