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Embedded digital systems have a vital role to play in any internationally successful modern economy and are pervasive in both the technologically advanced and developing nations of the world. Applications occur in all electronic products in many different fields such as commercial communications, multimedia, internet technologies, space and marine exploration, manufacturing processes, surgery, medical screening, telemedicine, prosthetics, agriculture, biotechnology, household appliances, digital assistants, security and surveillance, anti-terrorist operations, toys, nuclear power, materials handling in the supply chain, and research. This MSc aims to develop academic and professional excellence both for newly qualified and practising engineers who wish to extend their knowledge and skills in the field of embedded digital systems. The combination of taught courses and project work provides an excellent platform to further your career in electronic engineering. You will study core courses in advanced microprocessor systems, digital signal processing, embedded systems, and high-level IC design. You will also be able to choose options such as advanced digital communications, advanced network technologies, fibre optic communications, image processing, mobile and satellite communication technologies, RF design, and strategic management. Teaching methods You take taught courses in the autumn and spring terms. Courses are assessed by a range of methods including laboratory reports, essays and unseen examinations. Options allow you to choose a pathway that suits your personal interests. The project dissertation is a substantial practical exercise, accounting for one third of the programme. Projects are assigned in January and begin with preliminary research and project planning in the spring session. Following the summer examinations, you are expected to work on your project full time until the end of August, after which you submit the final report of about 12,000 words. Practical project work for the major dissertation may be undertaken in conjunction with the active research groups working on wireless communications and networks, advanced sensor systems, and digital image processing. All projects are designed for you to excel in your personal and professional development and to consolidate the material covered in the courses. Some projects are undertaken in groups and replicate the type of professional teamwork expected in industry. Project topics are generated from the academic research and industrial collaborations in the School and the project will be supervised by a member of faculty. A good project will demand creative thinking, in-depth analysis and high-quality implementation. You are expected to show evidence of technical achievement, understanding of the subject, self-organisation, planning, and the ability to write a professional technical report.

A first- or second-class undergraduate honours degree in engineering, mathematics or an applied science. The undergraduate honours degree should normally be in the fields of electronics, communications or computing. IELTS 6.5 overall, with not less than uccessfuItemalue+oSn++???A????#? ?+?