
MSc Communications and Information Engineering with Advanced Project
University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
Course overview
The MSc Communications and Information Engineering with Advanced Project at the University of Hertfordshire is a Master's degree that teaches you how to design and improve communication systems, such as mobile networks and internet connections.
This course helps you understand the main ideas about how information works and how to build modern, reliable networks using both old and new technologies, including wireless and optical systems. You will learn to use technical tools and computer simulations to make sure data is transferred correctly.
A key part of this programme is the Advanced Project. This project is designed to help you get a job after you graduate. You will learn how to manage big engineering projects successfully and create strategies for finding employment. You will also study management skills alongside technical subjects like Digital Mobile Communication Systems and Optical Communication Technologies.
The School has over 25 years of experience in this area and is highly rated for its teaching quality. Teachers are enthusiastic and use new, award-winning methods. You will learn using modern software and excellent lab facilities. The MSc Communications and Information Engineering with Advanced Project at the University of Hertfordshire focuses on combining theory with practical skills, which prepares you well for jobs in various industries, from technical roles to management.
Key highlights
- Accredited by the IET, meeting Engineering Council UK-SPEC standards
- Taught by research academics from the Engineering Research Group
- Research group receives annual industry funding for industry-demand courses
- Advanced project develops project management and research skills
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering; or above
Scholarships
Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research
£2,000 for one year
Up to £2,000Helen Burchell Scholarship
A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education
Up to £750The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni
This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Communications Engineer
- Telecommunications Engineer
- Network Engineer
- RF Engineer
- Embedded Systems Engineer
- Research Engineer
Career opportunities
Graduates of an MSc in Communications and Information Engineering with Advanced Project from the University of Hertfordshire are fit for employment in roles such as the following:
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Telecommunications Engineer
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Software Engineer
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Robotics Engineer
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Embedded Systems Engineer
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Cybersecurity Analyst
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee to study an MSc Communications and Information Engineering with Advanced Project at the University of Hertfordshire is £22,450. Please note this fee is subject to a yearly review.
Admission
You can apply for this course directly to the university through its online application portal. You can reach out to any of our trained counsellors at AHZ for a seamless application process.
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