Course summary
Be behind the latest developments in a fast-paced world of communications. You’ll study analogue and digital electronics and control systems such as mobile phones and antennas. Get practical experience of the ‘Internet of Things’ for network enabled products. This course offers a full spectrum of learning and current research with our experienced staff. Face-to-face teaching and use of our specialised laboratories will ensure you have the latest knowledge in this dynamic field. You’ll get a practical understanding of embedded systems, meeting a growing trend for network enabled devices in the home, as well as optical fibre systems for broadband and computer networks. With this Masters course you’ll undertake a major project where you can specialise in an area of interest or to support your work goals. Employability is strong for graduates in Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering. On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: MSc Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering Course content You’ll undertake eight modules and an MSc project. All modules are designed for practical application, so you’ll be work-ready on completion of the course. Modules cover a range of analogue and digital electronics covering low carbon and renewable energy, plastic electronics and digital signal processing. You’ll also work on internet of things devices, optical and wireless communications.
Assessment method
There are two types of assessments: practice (also called formative) or formal (also called summative). Practice assessments do not count towards your final mark. These are your chance to test your understanding – and learn how to improve for the real thing. You’ll have formal assessments at the end of each module. These could include essays, exams, or portfolios
Entry requirements
At least a 2:2 undergraduate honours degree or equivalent in a related engineering discipline, such as Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering or Electronics and Communication Engineering. Alternatively, if you have significant appropriate experience, your application will be considered, provided that you satisfy the University that you are capable of responding to the challenge of postgraduate work.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Staffordshire
College Road
Stoke on Trent
ST4 2DE