Bangor University

Broadband and Optical Communications MSc

Bangor UniversityBangor, United Kingdom

Course overview

This course aims to give suitable graduates an in-depth understanding of the technology, and the drivers for the technology, in the area of broadband and mobile communications. The course will also provide exposure to current research activity in the field. Upon completing the programme, you will have a detailed understanding of the current practices and directions in this topic, and will be able to apply them to the task of continuing the roll-out of advanced communication services across the globe.

Key highlights

  • In-depth study of broadband and mobile communications technology
  • Covers the commercial and technical drivers behind communications technology
  • Exposure to current research activity in the field
  • Detailed grounding in current practices and future directions
  • Prepares graduates to support global roll-out of advanced communication services

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — or above

Scholarships

  • Deans Scholarship - Postgraduate Research

    20% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • Heads of School Scholarship

    10% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.

    Up to 10% of fees
  • Inclusive Bangor Scholarships

    Payment towards tuition fees for one-year taught or research postgraduate Masters (or for two years if studying part-time). This will be capped at £9,500.

  • Refugee Scholarship

  • Vice-Chancellor Postgraduate Research Scholarships

    50% discount on the published International Tuition Fee for each year of study.

    Up to 50% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Telecommunications engineer
  • Optical network engineer
  • Broadband network engineer
  • RF and mobile communications engineer
  • Network planning engineer
  • Communications systems research engineer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £11,500 per year | International: £22,500 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Bangor University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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