Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Biomedical Engineering - Foundation Year (City University)

This course is accredited by City University and is delivered both at City University and City and Islington College's Angel Campus.

If you want to study Electrical and Electronic Engineering or Biomedical Engineering, but lack the entry requirements, this course is for you. You’ll study modules to increase your knowledge and build your confidence in core engineering subjects, and successful completion leads directly to the first year of one of the BEng or MEng degrees at City University of London.

It is a highly successful foundation programme, delivered in partnership with City and Islington College by its enthusiastic staff at the Angel Campus. Upon successful completion of the foundation year, students gain direct access to the honours degree, continuing their studies at City University in Islington, where you could progress to the first year of:

• BEng degree in Energy and Sustainability Engineering
• MEng degree in Energy and Sustainability Engineering
• BEng degree in Engineering Systems
• MEng degree in Engineering Systems
• BEng degree in Biomedical and Healthcare Engineering
• MEng degree in Biomedical and Healthcare Engineering
• Another engineering degree at City, University of London, by agreement

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The foundation year includes the following key modules:

• Electrical and Electronic Principles
• Electrical Science
• Mathematics
• C Programming
• Study Skills
• Electronic Hardware and Software Experiments

Plus one option from:

• Computer Hardware
• Biomedical Engineering

Approximately half your time is spent on scheduled learning, and half on independent learning. As a Foundation course student, you will take most of your classes at City and Islington College, and some laboratory classes are taken at City, University of London. Both institutions emphasise tutorial support and study skills.

UCAS Tariff: 96 points

A Level: CCC

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DDM

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 27 points

GCSE: National 4/National 5

Assessment is based on written examinations, formal laboratory reports, technical reports and essays, class tests and oral presentations of project or software development work.

Single-taught modules normally comprise a minimum of 20 hours of lectures, 10 hours of problem-solving, example and revision classes, a minimum of 15 hours of laboratory classes, and on average at least 60 hours of independent study.

Most contact hours will take the form of lectures, tutorials, practical work and design projects. The number will decrease as you progress, and you become more able to direct your learning.

Adults - Higher Education

You must pay fees to study a Higher Education (HE) course. If you have not studied one previously, you may be eligible to apply for an HE loan. Other financial support such as maintenance loans and disability support are also available.

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Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.

Tuition fees: £9250 Year 1

Successful completion of the Electrical and Electronic Engineering, and Biomedical Engineering Foundation Year allows direct admission to the first year of the B.Eng. and M.Eng. engineering degrees offered by City University of London.

It can also give access to undergraduate courses at other institutions or higher degree apprenticeships; in these cases, students will need to make specific enquiries with the institutions involved.

Ian started his career working as an Electrical Design Engineer for several defence contractors in the field of Electrical Electronic warfare. He holds a BSc in Physics and Electronics an MSc in Physics and High Frequency Electronics Engineering an MSc in Information Systems and IT, a PGCE in Further and Higher Education and has a qualified teacher learning and skills status.

Ian began his educational career at Newbury College teaching students from employers such as Vodafone and other tech companies. Ian has 30 years of experience in the Electrical field and has taught at several colleges primarily the subjects Mathematics, Electrical, Electronics, and Physics across all course types A level, BTEC and University at all levels. 

Ian’s current duties as a teacher include delivering and managing the City University Foundation Degree in Biomedical and Electrical/Electronic Engineering.

Dr Shahjahan Miah, PhD, MEng, FHEA, MIET, Freeman, is a highly accomplished engineer, educator, and researcher specialising in system integration and education. He currently serves as a lecturer in engineering at the Centre for Applied Sciences. With a first-class honours Master of Engineering degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and a PhD degree in Systems and Modelling from City, University of London, Dr Miah has made significant contributions to academia, engineering, and research throughout his distinguished career.

Dr Miah's extensive teaching experience spans over 10 years, during which he has designed and delivered courses covering various engineering subjects, including microcontroller systems, robotics, engineering processes, electronic circuits, and computer programming. He has taught at prestigious universities and colleges, holding positions as a visiting lecturer at City University of London and a visiting researcher at the University of Southampton, where he actively contributed to research projects.

Recognised for his commitment to excellence, Dr Miah has received numerous accolades and scholarships, including the esteemed Scientific Instrument Makers' Company 'Best Project' award. His dedication to education, combined with his strong engineering background, equips him with a unique blend of academic knowledge, teaching expertise, and practical experience.

Remaining actively engaged in research, teaching, and mentorship, Dr Miah leverages his specialised knowledge in technology-enabled academic practices, learning, teaching, and assessment to inspire and empower the next generation of engineers. By pushing the boundaries of engineering knowledge forward, he strives to make a lasting impact in his field.

Dr Gousalia Sukumar has held the position of Lecturer for Biomedical Engineering (collaboration with City University) and Animal Science at CAS for the last 10 years.

Her vast experience in the teaching field has stemmed from her history of delivering countless lessons on Biomedical Science (Clinical Health Care Technology for Higher Education collaborated with City University), Animal Science, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Genetics and Health and diseases, Human Anatomy and Physiology over her career.

Furthermore, by specialising in pathology she has unrivalled expertise and acumen in microbiology that has contributed to her acclaimed depth of pedagogical practice. Being well-published in her field has also granted Dr Gousalia Sukumar opportunities to deliver presentations at distinguished and reputable conferences. Moreover, she has acted as an exceptional research designer and supervised final-year Animal Management students aiding them in their future studies. Aside from her core responsibilities as a lecturer, Dr Gousalia Sukumar has taken up duties with Pearson, acting as an External Examiner in Animal Biology as well as a Standard Verifier and Internal Moderator.

Her current interests include developing innovative research projects in bacteriology and virology in addition to the completion of MAAP with an emphasis on the implementation of modern clinical technologies in tertiary education.

The teachers listed may change, these shown are an example of the teachers who teach on these programmes.