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Wireless Embedded Systems – (M.Sc.)

Newcastle University

School of Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering
Application Deadline: Applications are considered throughout the year
Annual Tuition Fee: ≈ € 5,053 - ≈ € 15,718 (non-EEA)
Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴
Duration: 12 months Start Date: September
Educational Form:
  • Taught
Education Variants:
  • Fulltime
Languages: English 
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Location of Newcastle University

This programme aims to provide graduates with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in enabling technologies, relevant to the design of mobile and embedded computing systems, which play a dominant role within the emerging information society. It also provides a wide range of transferable skills in research, knowledge acquisition and project work.

The programme combines internationally-recognised research and teaching expertise in mobile communications, embedded computer systems, security and biometrics. It can be tailored to meet the needs of the broad diversity of learners.


Contents

You take compulsory modules (120 credits) in: mobile and cellular communications; wireless networks; simulation of wireless communications (course work); pervasive computer networks (general theory on networks); design of asynchronous and low-power systems; sensor networks group project; implementation of wireless receiver algorithms; biometrics and recognition; real-time computer systems (theory plus course work); and reconfigurable hardware design (course work). You also complete an individual project (60 credits) under the personal supervision of world-leading experts in the field.

You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.

Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.

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Requirements

Normally a second-class BEng Honours degree, or equivalent, in electrical and electronic engineering, electronic communications, computer engineering or a related subject. Applicants whose first language is not English should hold IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 79 (Internet-based) or 550 (paper-based), or equivalent.

Additional Requirements

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

Language Proficiency

IELTS Band: 6.0
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Grade B (Score: 75)
TOEFL Paper-based: 550
TOEFL Internet-based: 79

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