Electrical Engineering
Why study electrical engineering?
Electricity plays a key role in mitigating global climate change. Renewable energy, the global revolution in energy production, and the need to increase the efficiency of energy use provide electrical engineering professionals with jobs now and in the future.
Electrical engineering is for you if you are not afraid of challenges, are interested in how things work, and look forward to being part of the energy transition. As an expert in electrical engineering, you will have an opportunity to be part of the technological revolution leading to an electrified future.
How will you learn?
Most of your studies take place on campus during weekdays. Occasional online courses, as well as courses combining online and on-campus teaching, provide variety and flexibility to your study methods and schedule.
Your studies include
- theoretical lectures
- exercise sessions
- company visits
- projects
- individual and group assignments
- extensive laboratory work
What will you learn?
In this bachelor's programme, you will learn to apply your skills to advance the electrification of society. Through modern technology, solar energy can be used to produce fuel, and various electronic applications can be used to improve overall quality of life. In addition, digitalisation and the Energy Internet create new opportunities for utilising the electricity grid. The programme’s focus areas align with the skills required in the working world.
Your studies will emphasise energy efficiency and the production and use of clean energy. You will gain a deep understanding of emerging technologies, such as smart grids, wind and solar energy, electrical machinery, and automation and power electronics. You will develop an excellent understanding of the phenomena related to electricity and the operating principles of electrical engineering and electronics.
By the end of the programme, you will be able to solve problems by applying core skills and methods in mathematics and science. You will be aware of the essential laws of physics and be able to apply them to various physical processes, understand physical phenomena and be able to solve problems related to them, describe simple dynamics systems using continuous time differential equations and simulate them, and use digital environments in the practical application of the methods.
Programme contents
- power systems
- electrical drives
- electrical circuits
- digital electronics
- mechatronics
- Transcript of Records – If you have not yet completed Secondary School, you must upload a transcript showing your current grades. You can find the transcript template here.
- Secondary School Leaving Certificate – If you have already completed Secondary School, you do not need to upload a separate transcript. Simply upload your Secondary School Leaving Certificate to the application.
Important! View the full requirements on the university’s official website. Requirements may vary depending on your nationality and the country where you completed your previous education.
Note:
- Motivation Letter – A motivation letter is not a required document when applying to the programmes at this university.
- Recommended overall grade average: At least 7.
- Mathematics – Good mathematics knowledge is required.
You may not need to take IELTS or TOEFL. University usually allow you to prove your English proficiency in one of the following ways:
- TOEFL iBT*
- IELTS Academic
- A Cambridge English qualification
- A national English examination listed on your secondary school leaving certificate
- An English subject and grade on your secondary school leaving certificate that meet the university’s requirements
- Secondary education completed in English in a country or school qualification accepted by the university
- An International Baccalaureate (IB) or European Baccalaureate (EB) diploma
- Other
Important: Accepted methods and minimum results depend on study programme, your secondary school qualification and the country where you completed your education. Check the official requirements for your chosen study programme.
*Use the Kastu promo code LTU1000102 when registering for TOEFL iBT and receive a 5% discount.
Emerging energy systems, energy-efficient technology, smart grids, electric transportation, and evolving electricity markets create a continuing need for skilled electrical engineering graduates.
New experts are needed for product development, project engineering, sales and marketing, and management positions. Your job responsibilities may include the design, product development, technical sales, or production management of electrotechnical equipment.
Job options for graduates
- Technology manager
- Testing and automation engineer
- Design engineer
- Product development
- Technical sales engineer
- Electricity company manager
