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Digital Communication Systems – (M.Sc.)

Loughborough University

Electronic,Electrical and Systems Engineering
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Application Deadline: Applications can be made at any time
Annual Tuition Fee: ≈ € 5,102 - ≈ € 17,142 (non-EEA)
Location: Loughborough / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴
Duration: 12 months Start Date: October
Educational Form:
  • Taught
Education Variants:
  • Parttime
  • Fulltime
Languages: English 
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The programme provides a thorough coverage of the basic principles and techniques needed to design and develop the next generation of digital communication systems. Such systems are continuing to transform the ease with which information can be accessed across the globe and are underpinning the digital economy.

Careers and Further Study
A wide range of opportunities exist for a telecommunications career in industry or university. Many MSc students return to study for a PhD.


Contents

Modules
Semester 1 * Fundamentals of Digital Signal Processing
* Information Theory and Coding

Semester 2 * Research Project

Optional Modules
Semester 1 * Communication Networks
* Personal Radio Communications
* Communication Channels

Semester 2 * Digital Signal Processing for Software Defined Radio
* Quality Aware Networks
* Communication Network Security and e-Commerce
* Mobile Network Technologies
* Intelligent Signal Processing

Assessment
Examinations in January and May, with coursework throughout the programme. Project assessed by written report and viva voce in September.

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Requirements

Good honours degree in electronic/electrical engineering, physics or an equivalent qualification or equivalent industrial experience. Candidates holding CEI Part II admitted.

Acceptable English language qualification

* GCSE English Language - Grade C or above
* IELTS band 6.5 with not less than 6.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking
* TOEFL (including the Tests in Written and Spoken Practice) minimum score of 600 (paper-based test) or 100 (Internet-based test) with specific requirements for sub tests

Additional Requirements

Minimal degree required: Bachelor's degree
Minimal amount of work experience Not specified

Language Proficiency

IELTS Band: 6.5
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Grade B (Score: 75)
TOEFL Paper-based: 600
TOEFL Internet-based: 100

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