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PostgraduateMSc

Wireless and Microwave Communication Engineering with a Year in Industry

Cardiff University
Cardiff, Wales
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2 yearsDuration
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Course Overview

The MSc Wireless and Microwave Communication Engineering with a Year in Industry at Cardiff University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about driving digital innovation. Based in Cardiff, Wales, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 2-year full-time structure. This degree aims to produce postgraduate specialists with essential expertise in electronic and microwave engineering, and develop an awareness of the rapidly growing application space for these technologies. This course, which gives you the opportunity to undertake a year working in industry, will help you gain advanced level knowledge and key skills that will allow you to succeed in the rapidly growing wireless and microwave communication industry. You will also develop technical, intellectual and research skills that will enhance your general engineering competency and employability... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £32,500 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Microwave Engineering
RF Circuit Design and Analysis
Wireless Communication Systems
Electromagnetic Theory and Applications
Advanced CAD and Simulation Techniques
Antenna Theory and Design
Research Methods and Innovation in Engineering
Industrial Placement and Professional Practice
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2 honours degree in a relevant degree subject such as communication engineering, communication technology, electrical or electronic engineering or wireless engineering, or an equivalent international degree

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic69

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

55%Working
15%Studying
15%Work & Study
60%Professional Jobs
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About Cardiff University

Cardiff University offers Wireless and Microwave Communication Engineering with a Year in Industry as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

#181QS World
#27UK Ranking
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