Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Oxford College

The Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (BE-Ele. & Elx.) at Oxford College of Engineering and Management is a four-year undergraduate engineering program affiliated with Pokhara University.

The program carries 129 credits across eight semesters and covers electrical circuits, electronics, electrical machines, control systems, power systems, communication systems, signal processing, renewable energy, transmission and distribution, and related engineering subjects. Practical learning is incorporated through laboratory work, engineering workshops, projects, and an internship.

Quick Highlights

Course Overview

The program combines electrical engineering principles with electronics and communication-related study. Students progress from mathematics, physics, electrical circuits, programming, engineering drawing, and electronic devices to electrical machines, control systems, microprocessors, power electronics, signal processing, high-voltage engineering, renewable energy, communication systems, and transmission and distribution design.

The later stages of the course also include research methodology, engineering management, internship work, a major project, and elective study.

Eligibility

Applicants must have completed +2 level, A-Level, or an equivalent qualification in the Science stream with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry as core subjects.

A minimum aggregate score of 45% or a GPA of 2.0 is required.

Admission Process

Admission opens once a year during the August session. Applicants must complete the prescribed admission formalities and required fee payment for enrollment.

Applicants are required to submit:

• Completed and signed application form or the prescribed online application

• Attested copies of relevant academic certificates and transcripts

• Two recent passport-sized photographs

Incomplete applications are not processed. Students admitted provisionally under special conditions must submit the required documents within one month from the commencement of regular classes.

Entrance Examination and Seat Allocation

The program has 48 seats:

• Fee-paying seats: 43

• Scholarship seats: 5

Oxford College conducts the entrance examination for fee-paying applicants, while the Scholarship Committee of Pokhara University conducts the entrance examination for scholarship applicants.

Scholarship support may cover up to 100% for deserving candidates based on scholarship examination results and financial status.

Course Structure and Major Subjects

The first year establishes foundations through subjects including Applied Physics, Basic Electrical Circuits, Calculus I, Computer Programming, Electrical Installation Practice and Safety, Basic Engineering Drawing, Engineering Workshop, Algebra and Geometry, Electrical Engineering Material, Electronic Devices, and Network Theory.

Second-year study moves into Digital Logic, Electrical Machine I, Electromagnetic Fields and Waves, Electronic Circuits, Instrumentation, Control System, Electrical Machine II, Microprocessors, Numerical Methods, and Transmission and Distribution Systems.

Advanced subjects include:

• Control System Design

• Electrical Machine Design

• Power Electronics

• Power System Analysis

• Signals and System

• Engineering Management

• High Voltage Engineering

• Modern Communication System

• Switch Gear & Protection

• Utilization of Electrical Energy

• Power Plant Technology

• Renewable Energy and Grid Integration

• Research Methodology

• Transmission and Distribution Design

The eighth semester includes an internship and a major project.

Practical Learning and Facilities

Electrical and electronics students have access to laboratories with circuit design tools, electrical machines, and digital electronics kits. The broader academic facilities also include computer and network laboratories and general science laboratories.

Projects, laboratory work, engineering workshops, and internship components connect the theoretical subjects with practical engineering activities.

Evaluation Criteria

Career Areas

Graduates may explore engineering roles connected with areas covered in the curriculum, including:

• Electrical Engineering

• Electronics Engineering

• Control Systems Engineering

• Power Systems Engineering

• Telecommunications Engineering

• Embedded Systems Engineering

Career opportunities can vary according to technical skills, experience, professional requirements, location, and employment conditions.

FAQ

How long is the Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering program?

The program runs for four years across eight semesters.

How many credits does the program carry?

The Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering carries 129 credits.

What is the eligibility for admission?

Applicants must have completed +2, A-Level, or an equivalent Science qualification with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry and must have at least 45% aggregate or a 2.0 GPA.

How many seats are available?

The program has 48 seats, including 43 fee-paying seats and 5 scholarship seats.

Is an entrance examination required?

Yes. Oxford College conducts the entrance examination for fee-paying candidates, while Pokhara University's Scholarship Committee conducts the examination for scholarship applicants.

Does the course include an internship and project?

Yes. The eighth semester includes INT 488 Internship and PRJ 452 Major Project.