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Communications Engineering

University of York
Tuition GBP 20,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MSc
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Heslington, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The Communications Engineering at University of York is a MSc programme in Engineering over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Communications Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6
  5. Tuition: GBP 20,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: York, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Communications Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:

  1. Design Engineer
  2. R&D Engineer
  3. Project Engineer
  4. Systems Engineer
  5. Technical Consultant
  6. Engineering Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Internet and LAN Protocols
  2. Wireless and Satellite Networks
  3. Introduction to Signal Processing
  4. Mobile Communication Systems

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: Upper Second Class

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

Applicants are normally expected to hold (or expected to gain) the equivalent of a 2.1 honours degree or above from a university recognised by the University of York. This degree should be either in electronics, or other engineering or computing courses with a significant mathematics and signal processing content. We are willing to consider applications from students with lower qualifications, particularly when the student has high marks in relevant modules and/or appropriate industrial experience.

As a minimum, students are expected to be familiar with concepts such as complex numbers, calculus, Fourier analysis, decibels, statistics, and to have used the Internet. Students without sufficient background knowledge of electronic communication systems will be provided with some preparatory reading before starting the programme: details of this reading will be provided to all successful applicants. It is a requirement of entry that this reading is done before starting the programme.

For applicants whose native language is not English, the minimum University English language requirements of IELTS 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each of the four language components) or the equivalent are required.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 20,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: GBP 20,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of York directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University of York

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Heslington, United Kingdom

University of York is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...

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  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months