Wireless and Microwave Communication Engineering (MRes)
Cardiff University
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MRes - Master of Research

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Cathays Park Campus

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This MRes course aims to provide you with an excellent platform for career development, whether that be within industry or academic research. You will be taught advanced level knowledge and skills that will allow you to succeed in the rapidly growing wireless and microwave communication industry, while also enhancing your research skills.OverviewYou will develop expertise in new and evolving areas of microwave engineering including mobile communications and the medical applications of ...Read more

This MRes course aims to provide you with an excellent platform for career development, whether that be within industry or academic research. You will be taught advanced level knowledge and skills that will allow you to succeed in the rapidly growing wireless and microwave communication industry, while also enhancing your research skills.

Overview

You will develop expertise in new and evolving areas of microwave engineering including mobile communications and the medical applications of microwaves. You will improve your advanced computer-aided design, measurement and characterisation skills. The course will also offer modules in:

  • radio frequency engineering
  • advanced fabrication and test
  • commercialising innovation
  • non-linear RF design and concepts.

You will also have the opportunity to complete an independent project as part of an intensive research stage, putting you in a strong position for a possible future in academic or industrial research. If you do not wish to undertake a research project, you can exit with a Postgraduate Certificate, thus maximising accessibility whether you are working in industry or higher education.

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£28,200 per year

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Living cost -The minimum cost of living as recommended by UKVI for studying outside London is 1023 per month.

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Cardiff University
Park Place Cardiff CF10 3AT United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Cathays  0.1 miles away
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