Wireless Communication Systems

at University of Sheffield

Modules

Opportunities exist for dissertation studies to be carried out in collaboration with other university research centres or with industrial organisations. Examples of previous projects include:
 

• Hand gesture-based computer user interface using Kinect.

• Wireless signal propagation in jet engines.

• Optically controlled smart antenna.

• MIMO antenna on mobile phone.

• Wi-Fi mesh network for LTE/LTE-advanced small cell backhaul.

Core modules:
 

• MSc Investigative Research Project

• Advanced Signal Processing

• Principles of Communications

• Antennas, Propagation and Satellite Systems

• Mobile Networks and Physical Layer Protocols

• Broadband Wireless Techniques

• Wireless Packet Data Networks and Protocols

A 2:1 honours degree in electronic and electrical engineering, physics, maths and other branches of engineering involving significant mathematical competence and relevant technical modules.

You should have a strong background in maths modules and in technical modules such as (but not limited to) signals and systems, and digital signal processing.

We will need evidence of relevant work/practical experience or strong performance in a major individual project during your degree.

Entry requirements for international students
 

• Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.

• Home: £13,000

• Overseas: £26,200