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Master of Science in 5G Advanced Communications University of Strathclyde University of Strathclyde, UK

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GBP 31100

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

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12 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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55%

Min GPA

Program Overview

This full-time course will cover the practical, theoretical and technological aspects of 5G Communications Systems as they evolve over the coming years. You’ll gain expert knowledge of the latest technologies that will drive the next mobile, wireless and communications revolution, and evolve our current 4G environment to 5G communications enabled systems. 

You’ll gain expert knowledge of the latest technologies that will drive the next mobile, wireless and communications revolution, and evolve our current 4G environment to 5G communications enabled systems. Applications will cover robotics & autonomous systems, UAVs, immersive systems and augmented realities, health monitoring, cyber-integrated systems, and smart grids. Data handling of the expected 50 billion IoT (internet of things) devices coming on-line to monitor traffic, weather, environment, smart agriculture, and even when your fridge runs out of milk, will also be explored.

5G will provide greater capacity, improved reliability, support at higher rates of mobility, and wider geographical coverage, at even higher data speeds and throughput and many new services and facilities. 

On the course you will engage with experts and specialists whose integrated knowledge will enable you to gain the skills, knowledge and expertise to be part of the definition of the next generation of mobile and wireless communications. These will include:

  • Mobile & Wireless Standards (such as LTE, 802.11x,)
  • Software Defined Radio (SDR)
  • Software Defined Networking (SDN) Systems
  • Internet of Things (IoT) Wireless Communications
  • Big Data & Information Management
  • Security & Cybersecurity systems
  • Spectrum Access, & Dynamic Spectrum
  • 5G Hardware Systems Design – FPGA & Microcontrollers
  • Advanced DSP/Comms Systems; eg Massive MIMO
  • Augmented Reality & Advanced Multimedia Systems

Study with us

  • Develop expertise in the software, hardware, systems integration and management aspects of 5G systems
  • Understand 5G mobile and wireless systems, with applications in autonomous and cyber-physical systems, IoT, spectrum management and big data
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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 21 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

Closed

Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have a Bachelor's degree.

     

    6.5 IELTS Score
    80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    125 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    55% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    31100

    Tuition Fee
    (GBP)

     Free

    Application Fee
    (GBP)

    9207 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    Scholarships

    Exciting News! University of Strathclyde Scholarship Opportunities Are Live! All the programs (PG) have automatic scholarships. Please take a look at the image and sheet for more details. For courses like Business Analysis & Consulting, Marketing, Data Analytics, the scholarship has been increased to 8000.

    Department Scholarship For PG Students (GBP)  Scholarship For UG Students (GBP)  Link
    Engineering  5,000 GBP (Guaranteed)               7,000 - 10,000 (Merit based) 20% of the annual tution fees (Application Based) https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/engineeringglasgow850internationalmastersscholarshipsseptember2025/
    Science 5,000 GBP (Guaranteed)               7,000 - 8,000 (Application based)  5000 GBP - 7000 GBP Offer holders will be emailed a link to the scholarship application form within four weeks of receiving their offer.      https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/facultyofscienceinternationalexcellenceawardforpostgraduatetaughtmastersstudents/
    Humanities  5,000 GBP - 7,000 GBP (Guaranteed)  5000 GBP (Guaranteed) https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/humanitiessocialsciencesglasgow850internationalmastersscholarshipsseptember2025/
    Business 6,000 GBP- 8,000 GBP (Guaranteed)                  9000 - 12,000 (Application based) 20% of the annual tution fees (Application Based) https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/sbsdeansexcellencescholarshipforinternationalstudents-september2025/
    MBA 10,000 GBP (Guaranteed)                   upto 50 % ( Application based) NA https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/strathclydebusinessschoolmbadeansexcellenceawards/

    Strathclyde Scholarships announced for September 2025

    University of Strathclyde: Glasgow 850 International Masters Scholarships

    Scholarships worth £5,000 - £8,000 will be automatically applied to eligible international applicants beginning postgraduate taught courses in September 2025.

    This is to celebrate the 850th anniversary of the city of Glasgow, taking place in 2025. With roots going back to 1796 and a student population representing over 180 different nationalities, the University wishes to ensure that our international applicants are supported to join us in a historic year for Glasgow.

    Full information on eligibility can be found on the scholarship listings below:

    • Faculty of Engineering £5,000
    • Humanities & Social Sciences: £5,000 - £7,000
    • Faculty of Science £5,000
    • Strathclyde Business School £6,000 - £8,000

    Other scholarships for September 2025 entry

    We also have a number of merit-based scholarships available for those beginning Postgraduate Taught courses. Full details below.

    Faculty of Engineering

    Dean’s International Excellence Awards

    A scholarship award worth £7,000 - £10,000 offered to students demonstrating academic excellence.

    Faculty of Science

    International Excellence Awards

    A scholarship award worth £7,000 - £8,000 offered to students demonstrating academic excellence.

    Strathclyde Business School

    Dean’s Excellence Award

    A scholarship award of £9,000 - £12,000 offered to students demonstrating academic excellence.

    EU Scholarships

    EU Engagement Scholarships

    EU Engagement Scholarships worth £5,000 - £10,000 are available to EU applicants beginning full-time, on-campus postgraduate taught courses in September 2025.

    Alumni Scholarships

    Strathclyde graduates are eligible for a 15% tuition fee discount on postgraduate taught courses beginning in September 2025. All alumni will be eligible for the discount, including those who have studied at Strathclyde on an exchange or study abroad programme.

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