MSc Satellite Communications Engineering

at University of Surrey

Modules

Modules listed are indicative, reflecting the information available at the time of publication. Please note that modules may be subject to teaching availability, student demand and/or class size caps.

The University operates a credit framework for all taught programmes based on a 15-credit tariff. Modules can be either 15, 30, 45, 75 and 120 credits, and additionally for some masters dissertations, 90 credits.

Module Titles
 

• Digital Communications
• Rf Systems And Circuit Design
• Satellite Communications Fundamentals
• Space Avionics
• Space Dynamics And Missions
• Space System Design
• Advanced Guidance, Navigation And Control
• Advanced Satellite Communication Techniques
• Antennas And Propagation
• Data & Internet Networking
• Launch Vehicles & Propulsion
• Network And Service Management And Control
• Spacecraft Structures And Mechanisms
• 60 Credit Standard Project

A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in either 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.

English language requirements
 

• IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in each other element. 

Fees

Full-time - 1 year
 

• UK-£10,900
• Overseas-£23,100

Graduates of this course can be found in most of the world’s main satellite companies and form an active Surrey alumni group. Companies that have employed our graduates include: 
 

• Airbus  
• Eutelsat 
• Inmarsat 
• SES.