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MSc 5G and Future Generation Communication Systems

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    MSc Full-time: 1 year Part-time: 5 years

Course Description

September and February starts

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.

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.

We’ll also consider relevant work experience if you don’t meet these requirements.

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Fees

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Programme Funding

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Student Destinations

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

  • 3
  • British Telecom
  • EE
  • Huawei
  • O2
  • Samsung
  • Telefonica
  • Vodafone.

97 per cent of our electrical and electronic engineering postgraduate taught students go on to employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes 2023, HESA).

Module Details

  • APPLIED MATHEMATICS FOR COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS Optional 1
  • DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS Compulsory 1
  • FUNDAMENTALS OF MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS Compulsory 1
  • INTERNET OF THINGS Optional 1
  • RF SYSTEMS AND CIRCUIT DESIGN Optional 1
  • ADVANCED 5G WIRELESS TECHNOLOGIES Compulsory 2
  • ADVANCED MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS Compulsory 2
  • DATA & INTERNET NETWORKING Compulsory 2
  • NETWORK AND SERVICE MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL Compulsory 2
  • 60 CREDIT STANDARD PROJECT Core Year-long

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