Undergraduate student profiles

See what our undergraduate students have to say about their Electrical and Electronic Engineering degrees.

Matt’s Five-Year Journey in General Engineering: A Story of Friendships, Fun, and Finding His Career

Matt Smith MEng General Engineering

After five years at the University of Sheffield, Matt just graduated and got a job at Arup. Read about his journey and how a unique engineering course made all the difference.

Ellie in the CMS (Compact Muon Solenoid) Experiment main cavern, 100m underground, visiting the Detector @CERN

How a General Engineering Degree Led Me to CERN

Ellie Ingram MEng General Engineering

Our graduate Ellie is an engineer at CERN and manages multidisciplinary projects. She will take you through her journey from a General Engineering student at Sheffield to her current role at one of the world's most renowned research facilities.

One of the best things about my placement was the variety of work and the chance to contribute meaningfully to real projects.

David Cracknell BSc Electronic and Computer Engineering

David just finished an exciting summer placement at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC), and he's exciting to share all about it! From developing a VR demo to tackling real-world engineering challenges, read on and find out how this experience shaped his skills and future career plans.

I decided to study General Engineering so that I could develop a breadth of knowledge and understanding of engineering.

Fudail MEng General Engineering

Meet Fudail, a General Engineering student at Sheffield. Discover his journey, from his decision to study General Engineering to how he's found his place in the vibrant Sheffield community.

I like my schedule being evenly spread throughout the week, which leaves me enough free time to enjoy my hobbies.

Malik BEng Mechatronics & Robotics

Malik, a Pakistani student from Dubai, shares his experiences, from the challenges of programming his first robot to the joys of playing volleyball and exploring his new city.

My Sheffield experience: what I've learned and where I'm going

Garima MEng Electronics and Computer Engineering

Garima, an MEng Electronics and Computer Engineering student, shares her experience studying at Sheffield. Garima's story is a reminder that engineering isn't just about numbers and formulas; it's about passion, curiosity, and the drive to make something real.

Beyond the Classroom: Lessons Learned in Industry: Romesa Khawaja's Story

Romesa Khawaja MEng General Engineering

Romesa Khawaja, a General Engineering student in the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, recently completed a 12-month industrial placement at Tata Steel. During her time at the steel company, Romesa made significant contributions to sustainability initiatives and gained valuable experience in various engineering fields. Let's discover how Romesa's industrial placement experience helped shape her career.

A Year of Growth: Harry Spears’ Industrial Placement at Bryden Wood

Harry Spears MEng General (Civil) Engineering

Looking back on his industrial placement at Bryden Wood, Harry Spears, a General Engineering student, reflects on the experience he gained in both Structural and Civil Engineering.

Photo of Yanelle, an MEng student in the EEE Department

Meet Yanelle- “Studying engineering will be one of the best decisions you will ever make”

Yanelle Redaus Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Yanelle is a second-year MEng Electronic and Electrical Engineering student, she is also a Science and Engineering Ambassador for the university. Moving from London to pursue her passion for Electronic and Electrical Engineering, she shares her experience in the department and at the University of Sheffield.

Photograph of Aiman outside the General Electric Renewable Energy offices during his industrial placement year

I got a job! - Aiman's journey with General Electric Renewable Energy, from a placement year to a graduate job

Ameerul Aiman Bin Shahizam Electrical and Electronic Engineering (with an Industrial Placement Year)

As part of his MEng in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Aiman completed an Industrial Placement Year as a Control Engineering Intern at GE Renewable Energy. After many successes over the course of his Electrical and Electronic Engineering Degree, including being shortlisted for a Leadership award at the Inspiring Student Worker Awards and winning the People's Prize 'Champion of Champions' at 'Engineering, You're Hired', Aiman is now moving on to a graduate job with his previous employer from his Industrial Placement Year. Read his thoughts looking back on his time in the EEE Department at Sheffield in this Q&A.

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