Wireless and Microwave Communication Engineering with a Year in Industry (MSc)

Cardiff University, Cardiff, United Kingdom

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# 201-250QS Subject Rankings

24 monthsProgram duration

29,450 GBPTuition Fee/year

YesScholarships

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Program overview

Main Subject

Engineering - Electrical and Electronic

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

This course, which gives you the opportunity to undertake a year working in industry, will help you gain advanced level knowledge and key skills that will allow you to succeed in the rapidly growing wireless and microwave communication industry. You will also develop technical, intellectual and research skills that will enhance your general engineering competency and employability, providing you with an excellent platform for career development, whether that be within industry or academic research.

This industry-focussed course will give you the opportunity to:

Develop your expertise in new and evolving areas of microwave engineering including mobile communications and medical applications of microwaves.
Focus on areas including advanced computer aided design (CAD), measurement and characterisation and communication systems engineering.
Cover laboratory work and advanced engineering management alongside modules in radio frequency engineering, advanced fabrication and test, advanced communication systems and non-linear RF design and concepts.
Gain expertise in the areas of micro and nano-technology and optoelectronics.
Enhance your practical and research skills by completing an industrial placement either with an industrial partner or suitable other organisation, which will comprise a significant research element and invaluable experience as an industry professional.

Distinctive features

This industry-focussed course has a number of special features which include:

The opportunity to learn in a research-led teaching institution, taught by staff in one of the highest ranked university units in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF).
The opportunity to work in modern facilities commensurate with a top-class research university.
The opportunity for students to learn in an environment graded as Silver in the first TEF assessment, meaning that the University “consistently exceeds rigorous national quality requirements for UK higher education”.
The participation of research-active staff in programme design and delivery.
MSc teaching complemented by guest lectures given by industrial professionals.
An industrial placement which enables the programme to meet the Bologna requirements for a Master’s programme length of 2 years.
Specialist academic support from your designated MSc Tutor during your programme.
A research group atmosphere where students are able to enhance each other’s learning and become a vital part of our research community.

Upon graduation, you will have the training, advanced level skills and hands-on industrial experience you need to gain employment in this fast-growing field, and will have a distinct edge when applying for PhD studentships or employment in industry.

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Program overview

Main Subject

Engineering - Electrical and Electronic

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

This industry-focussed course will give you the opportunity to:

Develop your expertise in new and evolving areas of microwave engineering including mobile communications and medical applications of microwaves.
Focus on areas including advanced computer aided design (CAD), measurement and characterisation and communication systems engineering.
Cover laboratory work and advanced engineering management alongside modules in radio frequency engineering, advanced fabrication and test, advanced communication systems and non-linear RF design and concepts.
Gain expertise in the areas of micro and nano-technology and optoelectronics.
Enhance your practical and research skills by completing an industrial placement either with an industrial partner or suitable other organisation, which will comprise a significant research element and invaluable experience as an industry professional.

Distinctive features

This industry-focussed course has a number of special features which include:

The opportunity to learn in a research-led teaching institution, taught by staff in one of the highest ranked university units in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF).
The opportunity to work in modern facilities commensurate with a top-class research university.
The opportunity for students to learn in an environment graded as Silver in the first TEF assessment, meaning that the University “consistently exceeds rigorous national quality requirements for UK higher education”.
The participation of research-active staff in programme design and delivery.
MSc teaching complemented by guest lectures given by industrial professionals.
An industrial placement which enables the programme to meet the Bologna requirements for a Master’s programme length of 2 years.
Specialist academic support from your designated MSc Tutor during your programme.
A research group atmosphere where students are able to enhance each other’s learning and become a vital part of our research community.

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Admission Requirements

Program Duration

2 Years

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Tuition Fee

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

11,700 GBP

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

29,450 GBP

Other Expenses

Scholarships

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

In this guide you will find:

Where to look for scholarship opportunities

How to apply to scholarships relevant to you

A list of available scholarships around the world

A scholarship application checklist

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QS subject rankings

Subject: Engineering - Electrical and Electronic

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2015
#201-250
2016
#201-250
2017
#201-250
2018
#201-250
2019
#201-250
2020
#201-250
2021
#151-200
2022
#151-200
2023
#201-250
2024
#201-250
2025
#201-250

Ranking criteria

Academic Reputation

54.4

Citations per Paper

89.8

Employer Reputation

56.3

H-index Citations

72.8

International Research Network

67.6

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Cardiff University, Cardiff, United Kingdom

# 201-250QS Subject Rankings

24 monthsProgram duration

29,450 GBPTuition Fee/year

YesScholarships

Program overview

Main Subject

Degree

Study Level

Study Mode

Distinctive features

Program overview

Main Subject

Degree

Study Level

Study Mode

Distinctive features

Admission Requirements

Important Dates

Tuition Fee

Tuition Fee

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Scholarships

Scholarships

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