5G Mobile Communications and Intelligent Embedded Systems (with an industrial placement year) MSc

Program Overview

This MSc program in Digital Technologies equips students with cutting-edge skills in mobile communications and intelligent embedded systems. Through core modules covering advanced signal processing, IoT, and wearable technologies, students gain a comprehensive understanding of the field. The program offers an optional industrial placement year, providing valuable real-world experience and preparing graduates for careers in industries such as telecommunications, aerospace, and healthcare.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This MSc course is designed to provide students with the up-to-date knowledge and skills needed in modern digital technologies. It is intended for newly qualified or practicing engineers who wish to expand their knowledge and practical skills in the growing fields of mobile communications and intelligent embedded systems.

Outline:

Year 1

• Core Modules:
• Autumn Teaching:
• Advanced Digital Signal Processing:
This module covers advanced digital signal processing techniques, including filter design, spectral analysis, and adaptive filtering.
• Internet-of-Things and Embedded System Practice: This module explores the principles and practices of embedded systems design, focusing on the Internet of Things (IoT) and its applications.
• Wearable Technologies: This module examines the design, development, and applications of wearable technologies, including sensors, actuators, and communication systems.
• Options:
• Autumn Teaching:
• Advanced Electronic Systems:
This module delves into advanced electronic systems design, covering topics such as power electronics, analog circuits, and digital signal processing.
• Cybernetics and Neural Networks: This module explores the principles of cybernetics and artificial neural networks, including their applications in control systems and machine learning.
• Spring Teaching:
• Cryptography (L.7):
This module provides an introduction to cryptography, covering topics such as symmetric and asymmetric encryption, digital signatures, and hash functions.
• Strategic Management - Engineering Module: This module focuses on the strategic management of engineering projects, covering topics such as project planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.

Year 2

Teaching:

• Students learn in a dedicated MSc laboratory equipped with the latest hardware and software.
• The program is taught by experts in their fields, including faculty from the 5G Research Centre, the Industrial Informatics and Signal Processing Research Group, the Centre of Advanced Communications, Mobile Technology and IoT, and the Sensor Technology Research Centre.

Careers:

Graduates of this program are well-prepared for careers in various industries, including:

• Mobile and satellite telecommunications (Samsung, Vodafone, Ericsson, Huawei, Nokia, Cobham, British Telecom, Telefonica)
• Aerospace (Airbus, Rolls-Royce, GE)
• Automotive and transport (Jaguar, BMW, Continental, Network rail)
• Defence and security (BAE Systems, QinetiQ, Thales)
• Healthcare (Siemens, GE)
• Students can apply for an optional placement as part of their course, which can provide valuable real-life industry experience and skills valued by employers.
• The university makes all reasonable efforts to provide the courses, services, and facilities described in the prospectus.
However, material changes may occur due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes. Students will be notified of any such changes as soon as possible.

• Home students:
£14,340 for full-time students, including placement
• Channel Islands and Isle of Man students:
£14,340 for full-time students, including placement
• International students:
£30,000 for full-time students, including placement