Program Overview
The Mobile and Satellite Communications at University of Surrey is a MSc programme in Communications & Media 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 communications & media. 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 Mobile and Satellite Communications 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
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 18,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Guildford, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Mobile and Satellite Communications programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:
- Journalist
- PR Manager
- Content Strategist
- Media Producer
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Communications Officer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Digital Communications
- Fundamentals of Mobile Communications
- Advanced Mobile Communications Systems
- Satellite Communications Fundamentals
- Advanced Satellite Communications Systems
- Non-geostationary constellations and operations with mobile terminals
- Networking issues of IP over satellite and security
- Radio resource management and MAC
- Advanced payload design including multibeam antennas and on-board processing
- Inter-satellite links
- Advanced Signal Processing
- Data and Internet Networking
- Applied Mathematics for Communications Systems
- Mobile Applications and Web Services
- Network and Service Management and Control
- Operating Systems for Mobile Systems Programming
- Principles of Telecom and Packet Networks
- RF Systems and Circuit Design
- Advanced 5G Wireless Communication Technologies
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A good honours degree in electronic engineering, mathematics, computing or physical sciences. Our minimum entry level is a 2.2 from a good UK university, or overseas equivalent. Relevant industrial experience will also be considered.
English language requirements
- IELTS minimum overall: 6.5
- IELTS minimum by component: 6.0
We offer intensive English language pre-sessional courses, designed to take you to the level of English ability and skill required for your studies here.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 18,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 18,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Surrey 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 Surrey
University of Surrey
Guildford, United Kingdom
University of Surrey is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months