2024/25 Taught Postgraduate Programme Catalogue

MSc (Eng) Communications and Signal Processing

Programme overview

Programme code
MSE-CN&SP
UCAS code
Duration
12 Months
Method of Attendance
Full Time
Programme manager
Dr. Tim Amsdon
Contact address
T.J.Amsdon@leeds.ac.uk
Total credits
180
School/Unit responsible for the parenting of students and programme
School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Examination board through which the programme will be considered
Professional Body Offering Accreditation
Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements are available on the Course Search entry

Programme specification

Digital signal processing (DSP) is at the core of the communications revolution. Research is constantly being carried out to develop new DSP algorithms, allowing mobile broadband services, ‘Internet of Things’ applications and other technologies to be delivered to a growing number of users. Statistical signal processing is also fundamental to all aspects of the parallel robotics revolution, including sensing, localisation and the now ubiquitous discipline of machine learning.
This programme will give you a thorough introduction to the communications landscape, giving you an in-depth understanding of DSP, wireless communications, optical communications networks and the complex issues around network security. You can also study specialist modules such as embedded microprocessors or FPGA System-on-Chip.
The School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering is an exciting and stimulating environment. It is home to specialist teaching facilities and a wealth of leading researchers working on real-world issues and contributing to global change.
This means you'll be learning the most up-to-date practices, preparing you with the specialist skill set and topical knowledge you’ll need to pursue a rewarding career in this field.

Year 1

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
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Compulsory Modules

Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules

CodeTitleCreditsSemesterPass for Progression
ELEC5032MModern Industry Practice15Semester 1 (Sep to Jan), Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)
ELEC5333MWireless Communications Systems Design15Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)
ELEC5442MDigital Signal Processing for Communications15Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)
ELEC5447MCellular Mobile Communication Systems15Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)
ELEC5456MOptical Communications Networks15Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)
ELEC5461MHigh Speed Internet Architecture15Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)
ELEC5471MData Communications and Network Security15Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)
ELEC5681MProgramming15Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)
ELEC5882MMSc Individual Project601 Oct to 31 AugPFP

Year 2

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