There is scarcely an aspect of modern life that is not dependent on electrical energy. Electrical engineering skills and knowledge are critical in a wide range of industries ranging from power, oil and gas, water utilities, process plants, mining, manufacturing, and defense.

EIT’s School of Electrical Engineering will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to address the demands of the modern power industry.

Key subjects in EIT's School of Electrical Engineering include power generation, transmission and distribution, renewable energy, automation, rotating machinery, power electronics, earthing and safety regulations, electrical documentation and drawings, AC and DC machines, circuit breakers, transformers, energy efficiency, power systems protection, DC and AC emergency power supplies, electrical wiring regulations, high voltage supplies, and power quality.

Why Electrical Engineering?

We discuss how to become an electrical engineer and why here.

Professional Certificate of Competency in Electrical Power System Protection


Designed for engineers and technicians who need practical skills and knowledge in understanding power system protection, including how to calculate fault currents, and select relays and associated instrument transformers appropriate to each typical system or equipment. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Electrical Engineering
Duration
  • 3 Months
Course Type
  • Professional Certificate
  • UK
  • Electrical Engineering
Intake Dates
14 July 2026

Professional Certificate of Competency in Fundamental E & I Engineering for Oil and Gas Facilities


Designed for engineers and technicians who need to update their skills and knowledge in the latest electrical and instrumentation technologies, as applied to the oil and gas industry. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Electrical Engineering
Duration
  • 3 Months
Course Type
  • Professional Certificate
  • Electrical Engineering
  • UK
Intake Dates
8 September 2026

Professional Certificate of Competency in Fundamentals of Electric Vehicles 


Learn the fundamentals of building an electric vehicle, the components involved, and the applications of electric vehicles in this 3 months online short course. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Renewable Energy
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
Duration
  • 3 Months
Course Type
  • Professional Certificate
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • UK
Intake Dates
11 August 2026

Professional Certificate of Competency in Fundamentals of Hydrogen Technology for Non-Engineers


This course covers hydrogen chemistry, transportation and storage and explores the range of hydrogen technologies currently available and is ideal for professionals seeking foundational knowledge in hydrogen technologies. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Electrical Engineering
Duration
  • 3 Months
Course Type
  • Professional Certificate
  • UK
  • Electrical Engineering
Intake Dates
15 September 2026

Professional Certificate of Competency in Green Smelting Technologies


This course is designed for engineers and professionals aiming to deepen their understanding of environmentally friendly smelting technologies, with a focus on hydrogen-based reduction methods. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Electrical Engineering
Duration
  • 3 Months
Course Type
  • Professional Certificate
  • Electrical Engineering
  • UK
Intake Dates
15 September 2026

Professional Certificate of Competency in Hazardous Areas and Intrinsic Safety For Engineers and Technicians


Designed for engineers and technicians who need to understand the different types of protection, maintenance of safety equipment, and requirements for working with hazardous areas. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Electrical Engineering
Duration
  • 3 Months
Course Type
  • Professional Certificate
  • Electrical Engineering
  • UK
Intake Dates
11 August 2026

Professional Certificate of Competency in Hydrogen Energy – Production, Delivery, Storage and Use


Hydrogen energy short course designed for engineers and professionals interested in working within the developing Hydrogen Industry. The course covers Hydrogen production methods with an emphasis on electrolysis, Hydrogen storage methods and technologies, and the process of electrical energy generation from hydrogen by using fuel cell technology. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Renewable Energy
  • Electrical Engineering
Duration
  • 3 Months
Course Type
  • Professional Certificate
  • UK
  • Electrical Engineering
Intake Dates
14 July 2026

Professional Certificate of Competency in Hydrogen Powered Vehicles


This course is designed for engineers and professionals who are interested in working within hydrogen energy and hydrogen–powered automotive. It will benefit people who are interested in understanding the fundamentals of hydrogen power vehicles for hydrogen powered transportation. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Renewable Energy
  • Electrical Engineering
Duration
  • 3 Months
Course Type
  • Professional Certificate
  • Electrical Engineering
  • UK
Intake Dates
11 August 2026

Professional Certificate of Competency in Power Distribution


designed for engineers and technicians who need to gain a Practical understanding of power distribution, switch gear, power cables, transformers, power factor correction, earthing, lightning protection, and network studies. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Electrical Engineering
Duration
  • 3 Months
Course Type
  • Professional Certificate
  • UK
  • Electrical Engineering
Intake Dates
3 November 2026