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5G and Future Generation Communication Systems MSc

5G and Future Generation Communication Systems MSc

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Full time | Stag Hill | 1 year | 23-SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

23-SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Telecommunications Communication Studies Electronic Engineering

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Why choose this course

5G, 6G and future generation communication systems will connect almost anything in the world around us. Like the invention of electricity and the internet, it will become difficult to imagine life without it.

This MSc will put you at the forefront of this evolving?and?exciting?sector. At Surrey, we’re internationally recognised in future connectivity – our pioneering 5G/6G Innovation Centre is home to the world’s largest academic research group specialising in 5G, 6G and satellite communications, internet of things, UAV communications, connected transportation, and artificial intelligence for communications.

Using software simulators, hardware and?a unique testbed?on campus, our research generates new concepts in the field, transforming ideas into forward-thinking solutions for tomorrow’s world.

What you will study

Our MSc will enable you to understand the engineering aspects of this rapidly developing field, as well as emerging systems for the support of broadband mobile internet.

We’re home to the world’s largest academic research group in 5G and 6G communications. Its founding members include the UK’s major mobile operators, so you’ll be exposed to advanced communications and study modules.

Careers and graduate prospects

We offer careers information, advice and guidance to all students whilst studying with us, which is extended to our alumni for three years after leaving the University.

Our graduates?are in demand within the telecommunications sector and?have progressed to working in large mobile and satellite companies. These include:

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British Telecom
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Huawei
O2
Samsung
Telefonica
Vodafone.

Modules

The purpose of this module is to provide students with knowledge about some of the key concepts that will shape the next generations of mobile and wireless communications systems, i.e. 5G mobile radios. This will ensure that the students completing this module will have the necessary knowledge and ability for starting to work on 5G technology in industry or furthering their understanding via a research degree.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£12,900

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£26,500

Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in communication engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, electronic engineering, information and communication technologies, physics or telecommunication engineering, or a recognised equivalent international qualification.

University information

The University of Surrey was established in 1891, and has a rich history of education and innovation. Surrey welcomes more than 3,500 postgraduate students to its campus annually, and the university is home to an academic community which is represented by over 120 countries from around the world. Surrey is renowned for celebrating diversity, with cultural inclusivity is at the centre of all its activities. Surrey is a research-driven...more

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