As with all streams under the Master of Engineering Science, the Telecommunications specialisation is underpinned by the attainment of disciplinary and advanced disciplinary knowledge, and the undertaking of an enquiry-based learning component. This stream offers a broad range of theoretical- and applications-based electives within the discipline of telecommunications, including networking and network security, wireless and satellite communications, modulation and coding, quantum communications, and GPS technology. Such a choice allows students the gain a depth and breadth of knowledge across several themes.

The stream provides a solid postgraduate program for electrical engineers wishing to upgrade their skills or further their knowledge.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

A student must hold a Bachelor of Engineering with at least Honours II/2 (or equivalent) or hold a Graduate Diploma of Engineering with at least a credit average, in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent qualification from UNSW or another recognised university or tertiary institution in order to be admitted to the stream. Relevant disciplines considered for entry include electrical or telecommunications engineering, as well as computer engineering where a sound foundation in telecommunications is provided.

Disciplinary Courses: 24-30 UOC

Choose 24-30 UOC to from the following list:

Advanced Disciplinary Courses: 24-30 UOC

Choose a minimum of 18 UOC from the following list:

Plus 0-12 UOC to from the following list:

Electives: 24 UOC

At least 6 UOC Engineering and Technical Management (ETM) to be chosen from the approved ETM list.

The remainder of electives may be chosen from disciplinary or advanced disciplinary courses from this specialisation, or another specialisation within the Master of Engineering Science program subject to students being sufficiently prepared by way of prior learning.

Exemptions and advanced standing rules for the stream follow the program rules. A student may apply for exemptions. Students with a four year honours degree (for example in Electrical Engineering Engineering) may obtain a maximum of 48 UOC of exemptions. Full details are noted on the program handbook page.