Questions

Why did you originally apply to do your chosen course at Birmingham?

It is accredited by the IET (Institute of Engineering and Technology), which is a prerequisite for me becoming a chartered Electrical Engineer. Also, the course has modules on the integration of renewable energy into a grid which is my prime focus.

What do you think are the best points of your course?

– The opportunity to learn from the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) fellows and distinguished lecturers in the field of Electrical Engineering
– We get to become members of the IEEE PES (IEEE Power and Energy Society) at almost no cost
– Many options of placements and internships and career fairs during the school year
– Lots of support from the student guild and the staff.

What’s your highlight of your time at the University?

Volunteering with student societies!

What’s the best thing about studying at the University of Birmingham?

They help you become an independent thinker, and a lot of emphasis is placed on quality research, which is of great importance to me.

What advice would you give to students thinking about studying on the course?

I would highly recommend it because there are a lot of advantages you have which are visible immediately, way more than is portrayed online. The School lacks nothing, be it licences for software you need to study like MATLAB, or links with companies where you can do placements or internships, or even PhDs which are offered by the School, etc. Their careers network is just amazing, with the latest opportunities sent right to your inbox.

Is there anything extra students thinking about studying on the course should know?

From the very first assignment, you will be taught how to produce a publishable report, so by the time of your thesis, you won’t be panicking on the quality of your report. In addition to that, the school has an academic writing skills centre which trains you on how to improve on your technical writing skills. The school also has a CV checker, which will come in very handy when you start sending in your applications. They also do 1:1 drop ins for whatever issues you may be facing, whether emotionally or academically.