Master of Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Overview

 

Philosophy

Electrical and electronic engineering are the foundation of 21st century innovations: from digital communications to robotics systems, from sustainable energy to smart environments. With the MSc Electrical and Electronic Engineering from GCU, you'll develop the skills to work at the forefront of these exciting fields. Through discovery and invention, you can build a better future for humanity and contribute to the common good.


Rationale
The   course    offers    opportunities       to    candidates    with   suitable qualifications   who   want   to   pursue   further    studies   in electrical and electronic     engineering.  The course   has taken into account the   latest   developments in this field   of engineering     the national requirements. The course   is offered   in two   fields; Electrical and Information Engineering. Options in these two fields  have been carefully grouped   into clusters, which define areas of further specialization.

Objectives

  1. Apply advanced theories and methodologies in the field of electrical and electronics engineering.
  2. Propose advanced engineering solutions with sustainability factors in global, economic, environmental, and societal context.
  3. Communicate effectively in oral and written forms to present complex and diverse problems to professional audience.
  4. Value the principles of professional ethics issues and develop fair and valid judgments in contemporary contexts.
  5. Function on multidisciplinary teams with management and leadership capabilities.
  6. Design and conduct experiments/simulation for research.
  7. Use advanced engineering tools to analyze and interpret data.

Schedule of Intakes

The Department admits new students at the beginning of every academic calendar year (which is usually September)

Application Information

You will be required to enter some basic information, including your email address and to choose a password. We will then send you an email to the address you entered, so that we can validate your account. When you have clicked on the validation link (sent to you in the email), you will be able to log in to the application system using the "Login" box below

For instructions on how to apply click here

To apply online here

 

Mode of Delivery

  • Face-to-Face Mode

This is through lectures and tutorials using notes, electronic presentations, instruction manuals, group discussions, practical laboratory demonstrations and fieldwork.

  • Open, Distance Learning and e-Learning

In case of delivery through ODeL, special arrangements shall be made for the practical laboratory, field work and computing sessions. Where not feasible alternative arrangements will be made to do them on campus. 

  • Blended Learning

This is a hybrid of face to face with Open, Distance Learning and e-learning.

Contact of Support Persons

Main Campus,
American Wing Building,Room AW100 Ground Floor
Tel: +254 020 4913524
emails: dept-elec@uonbi.ac.ke
 

              complaints-elect@uonbi.ac.ke

Notable Alumni

Application Information

Application for admission are open throughout the year through the online platform. The requirements for submitting your application are detailed in the link provided (https://application.uonbi.ac.ke/).

 

 

 

Minimum Admission Requirements

1. A holder  of at least a second class upper division degree of Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering of the  University of Nairobi

2.   A holder of a qualification in Electrical Engineering or Electronic Engineering, awarded by an institution recognized by the Senate of the   University of Nairobi as equivalent to the above qualification of the University of Nairobi.

3. Lack of Upper Second class honors may be compensated for work experience for those not intending to pursue careers in academia

4.   The common regulations for the   Master’s degree in all faculties shall be applicable.

Schedule of Intakes

The Department admits new students at the beginning of every academic calendar year (which is usually September).

Contact of Support Persons

For any assistance and clarification please contact any of the following:

Post graduate:
Tel: +254 20 491 3129/3131/8028
Email: gs-admissions@uonbi.ac.ke

 

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING - F546      
Year 1  Semester 1   Semester 2   TOTAL  
TUITION           240,000             240,000                 480,000
MEDICAL FEE (PER YEAR)               6,500                      -                       6,500
ICT SERVICES - (PER YEAR)               7,000                      -                       7,000
LIBRARY (PER YEAR)               5,000                      -                       5,000
ACTIVITY-( PER YEAR)               2,000                      -                       2,000
CAUTION - (ONCE)               5,000                      -                       5,000
REGISTRATION (PER SEMESTER@2250)               2,250                 2,250                     4,500
EXAMINATION (PER UNIT @1000)               5,000                 5,000                   10,000
ID CARD ( PER YEAR)               1,000                      -                       1,000
STUDENT ORGANISATION(PER YEAR)               1,000                      -                       1,000
TOTAL           274,750             247,250                 522,000
       
       
YEAR 2  Semester 1   Semester 2   TOTAL  
TUITION           240,000             240,000                 480,000
MEDICAL FEE (PER YEAR)               6,500                      -                       6,500
ICT SERVICES - (PER YEAR)               7,000                      -                       7,000
LIBRARY (PER YEAR)               5,000                      -                       5,000
ACTIVITY-( PER YEAR)               2,000                      -                       2,000
REGISTRATION (PER SEMESTER@2250)               2,250                 2,250                     4,500
THESIS EXAMINATION                     -                 30,000                   30,000
ID CARD ( PER YEAR)               1,000                       1,000
STUDENT ORGANISATION(PER YEAR)               1,000                      -                       1,000
EXAMINATION (PER UNIT @1000)                     -                        -                             -  
TOTAL           264,750             272,250                 537,000
       
Grand TOTAL                  1,059,000

 

Attachment Opportunities

M.Sc. in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Electrical engineering is a versatile degree. Because electronics have penetrated virtually every aspect of our lives,the opportunities are unlimited.By the time you’ve graduated with a Bsc in Electrical and Electronic Engineering , chances are you’ll be more proficient in some skills than others. Depending on your preferences, you may choose to go down one of these common career paths:

  • Electrical Engineer: The most obvious career path for one with an Electrical engineering degree, the electrical engineer is generally responsible for the design, development and testing of electronic products, components, and devices.
  • Project Engineer: If you have strong soft skills such as leadership and communication, you may be suited to overseeing projects and delegating tasks. Project engineers are responsible for managing personnel, budgets, and schedules to meet technical deliverables.  Depending on the structure of a company, a senior electrical engineer may double as a project engineer or project manager
  • Design Engineer: If you love CAD and PCB design, this is the career path for you. The design engineer is the one who actually drafts the wiring diagrams and engineering drawings that document the product. Design engineers are actively involved in turning engineering requirements into product designs.
  • Test Engineer: Products need to be tested, often in the field. The test engineer will test a product to its engineering requirements. This can involve everything from subjecting a product to extreme temperatures, humidity, and dynamic environments to running electrical tests on the assembly line.
  • Instrumentation & Controls Engineer: The instrumentation and controls engineer takes process variables such as pressure, temperature, humidity, flow, and speed, etc. and uses them with control schemes to automate a production process.

In reality, there can be a lot of overlap between the different job titles in this list. The actual roles of job titles can vary from company to company. 

Career Prospects


Your degree and specialist knowledge will guarantee you excellent career opportunities around the world. You might find work in the electrical power industry, the renewable energy sector, the offshore industry, transport engineering, electronic engineering or telecommunications.

Electrical Engineering Careers List

  • Circuits Engineer
  • Controls Engineer
  • Design Engineer
  • Electrical Engineer
  • Instrumentation and Electrical Reliability Engineer
  • Power Systems Engineer
  • Project Engineer
  • Test Engineer

Computer Engineering Careers List

  • Computer Hardware Engineer
  • Field Service Engineer
  • Hardware Design Engineer
  • Network Engineer
  • Project Engineer
  • Systems Engineer
  • Systems Integration Engineer

 

Examination  Regulations

Part  1

i)             Each course  shall  be examined   at the  end  of the  semester   in which   the  course  is offered.

ii)            Each  examination     shall   consist   of   one   three-hour   written paper  in each  course.

iii)    The examination shall   contribute    70% of the final mark, while 30% will be coursework   assessment

iv)     The pass mark shall  be 50% in each  course.

v)            A candidate   who  fails with  a mark  of less than  40% - 49% may,  with   the  permission    of  Senate  sit for  a supplementary  in the failed   papers   within    a period   of  three   months   after   the  first  examination.

vi)           A candidate    who  fails  to  reach  a pass mark  in more  than  two courses   or  in  any  course   in  a   supplementary      examination   or   fails   to   reach   a  mark   of   50%   in  any   course    shall   be discontinued.

 

Part  11

Part II of the examination    shall consist of the assessment   of a thesis based on the research   undertaken    in the  second  year  of study.

 

The   Master’s    thesis   shall   be  submitted     as  specified    in  Common

Regulations   for the Masters   Degrees in all Schools.

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