Study Details: 1 Year Full-time
Our Intelligent Communication Systems and Networks MSc combines Artificial Intelligence (AI) and advanced communication technologies to meet industry demand for future networks. With flexible module pathways, students gain both foundational knowledge and specialised expertise, preparing them for careers in AI-driven networking, wireless systems, cybersecurity, and intelligent communications.
What you will study
Our MSc will enable you to understand the engineering aspects of this rapidly developing field, as well as emerging systems:
Compulsory modules cover Fundamentals of Machine Learning for Communications, Wireless Communication Principles, and Network Planning and Management.
Optional modules allow for a variety of specialisation in Artificial Intelligence of Things and Data and Internet Networking, Radio Frequency Engineering and Antennas and Propagation, Advanced Wireless Techniques, Cloud Computing, and Network Security and Cloud Security.
We’re home to the world’s largest academic research group in 5G and 6G communications. Its founding members include the UK’s major mobile operators, so you’ll be exposed to advanced communications and study modules.
A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in communication engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, electronic engineering, information and communication technologies, physics or telecommunication engineering, or a recognised equivalent international qualification.
We'll also consider relevant work experience if you don't meet these requirements.
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An MSc in network and information security sets you up for a career within a huge range of business who need the skills you'll learn. Our electronic engineering graduates are in high demand within the sector and have progressed to working in highly renowned companies including:
Year 1
Semester 1
WIRELESS COMMUNICATION PRINCIPLES
FUNDAMENTALS OF MACHINE LEARNING FOR COMMUNICATIONS
Optional
RF SYSTEMS AND CIRCUIT DESIGN
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE OF THINGS
CLOUD COMPUTING
Semester 2
Compulsory
NETWORK PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT
Core
RESEARCH, PROFESSIONALISM AND INNOVATION
Optional
CLOUD SECURITY
NETWORK SECURITY
ANTENNAS AND PROPAGATION
DATA & INTERNET NETWORKING
ADVANCED WIRELESS TECHNOLOGIES
Semester 1 & 2
Core
60 CREDIT STANDARD PROJECT
Optional modules for Year 1 - FHEQ Levels 6 and 7
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