Communications and Signal Processing MSc

Communications and Signal Processing students
  • Postgraduate taught
  • MSc

Communications and Signal Processing

Develop an in-depth knowledge of modern information engineering problems and their solutions.

Develop an in-depth knowledge of modern information engineering problems and their solutions

Get industry recognition by achieving an accredited degree, awarded by the Institution of Engineering and Technology

Apply computational principles to solve communication and signal processing problems

Course key facts

Minimum entry standard

  • First-Class Honours (minimum of 75% overall) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related subject with a substantial Electrical/Electronic Engineering component

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Course overview

Explore the theoretical and practical solutions that can help overcome problems at the forefront of communications and signal processing on this course. 

You'll examine mobile communications in a world moving towards 5G, key aspects of wireless communication, and gain insights into the challenges of modern day signalling and processing. 

Learning is delivered through a blend of lectures, tutorials and practical laboratories, which will provide you with an in-depth knowledge in-depth knowledge and critical awareness of a subject area that forms the basis of modern information engineering.

You'll also complete a substantial individual research project in an area of your interest.

The knowledge and skills you’ll gain on this course, will give you the opportunity to enter a wide range of industries including communication, signal and image processing, machine learning and finance or go into further research.

Structure

This page is updated regularly to reflect the latest version of the curriculum. However, this information is subject to change.

Find out more about potential course changes.

Please note: it may not always be possible to take specific combinations of modules due to timetabling conflicts. For confirmation, please check with the relevant department.

You'll take all of the following core modules.

Core modules

You’ll choose four optional modules.

Optional modules

You'll also carry out an individual research project in an area of your interest.

The project is assessed by a written report and poster presentation.

You’ll have an academic mentor to support you throughout the project.

Professional accreditation

Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Candidates must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree to fully meet the CEng registration educational requirements.

Our accreditation agreement with the Institution of Engineering and Technology is renewed every 5 years, and the current agreement runs between 2019 and 2025.

Teaching and assessment

Balance of teaching and learning

Key

  • Lectures and classes
  • Laboratory work
  • Research project

  • 40% Lectures and classes
  • 20% Laboratory work
  • 40% Research project

Teaching and learning methods

  • Person at lectern giving speech
    Lectures
  • Seminars
  • Blackboard virtual learning environment
    Virtual learning environment
  • Problem-solving classes
  • Software laboratory
  • Individual and group projects
  • A person studying independently
    Independent study

Balance of assessment

Key

  • Coursework
  • Examinations
  • Practical

  • 50% Coursework
  • 40% Examinations
  • 10% Practical

Assessment methods

  • Person completing coursework
    Coursework
  • A person completing a written exam
    Written exams
  • Oral presentations
  • Person making a presentation
    Poster presentations
  • Papers from a written report
    Reports
  • Individual research project

Entry requirements

We consider all applicants on an individual basis, welcoming students from all over the world.

How to apply

Apply online

You can submit one application form per year of entry. You can choose up to two courses.

Application deadlines – Round 1 closes on Thursday 16 January 2025

Tuition fees

Home fee

2025 entry

£18,500

Overseas fee

2025 entry

£42,900

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