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Digital Communications Networks

University of Leeds
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Degree MSc
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Leeds, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The Digital Communications Networks at University of Leeds 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 Digital Communications Networks 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
  5. Location: Leeds, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Digital Communications Networks programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:

  1. Journalist
  2. PR Manager
  3. Content Strategist
  4. Media Producer
  5. Digital Marketing Manager
  6. Communications Officer

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Industry Dissertation
  2. Communication Network Design
  3. Optical Communications Networks
  4. High Speed Internet Architecture
  5. Data Communications and Network Security
  6. Programming OR Software Development
  7. Optional modules
  8. Wireless Communications Systems Design
  9. Cellular Mobile Communications Systems
  10. Digital Wireless Communications Principles
  11. FPGA Design for System-on-chip
  12. Digital Media Engineering
  13. Medical Electronics and E-Health

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) in electronic/electrical engineering, computing, mathematics or physics.
  • Applicants with a 2.2 will also be considered if they can demonstrate specific competence in communications theory or practice.
  • All applicants will need to have GCSE English Language at grade C or above, or an appropriate English language qualification.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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Application Information
  • Start Date September 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months
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