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Master of Engineering (Advanced) (Telecommunications)
M.E.A(Tel)
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| Location: | North Terrace Campus |
| Duration: | 2 years
(full-time or
part-time equivalent)
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| Degree/Award: | Masters by Coursework |
Telecommunications engineers design, construct, maintain and upgrade telecommunications and data networks. The work of these engineers underpins modern communications including the Internet, mobile telephones, telephony and broadband networks, and international communications by satellite and optical fibre.
Telecommunications Engineering students receive an education based in part on radio and optical communications technologies, and multimedia. Employment opportunities are available in telecommunications, Internet and related areas such as broadcasting and remote sensing. Telecommunications engineers also have expertise in the areas of network planning, distributed systems and databases, resource management, modelling and simulation, electronic and computer systems.
Well-suited to graduates wanting more than the one year masters engineering program, this program gives the option of studying technical courses at an advanced level and the opportunity to engage in a research project.
A 48-unit program, students will complete the requirements for the Masters of Engineering, with additional study comprising 12 units of more advanced technical coursework. A project to the value of 12 units introduces candidates to research.
Intending students should consult the program coordinator early in the year in which they plan to study to check when particular courses or projects will be available.
Students are required to complete the Master of Engineering, with additional study comprising 12 units of advanced coursework, followed by a research project to the value of 12 units. The program normally takes four semesters of full-time study and is made up of 75% coursework and 25% masters project. The core courses are designed to provide generic skills applicable across all fields of engineering.
Each semester, students are required to undertake two to three Telecommunications elective courses. In addition to the coursework, students are required to undertake a two-semester masters project in under the guidance of an academic supervisor, give seminars and write reports on the research.
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:
| SATAC Code | 3CM056 |
| Annual tuition fees
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Commonwealth-supported place: $7,567
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| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
Not an international applicant?
| IELTS Total | 6 [more info] |
| Annual tuition fees
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International student place: $26,250 |
| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
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IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
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6
5.5
5.5
6
6
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Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
| Annual tuition fees
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International student place: $26,250 |
| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
The study plans
given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description,
see the program rules.
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Total units required for this program - 48 units |
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*Students who have completed a Bachelor of Engineering at the University of Adelaide should use this study plan as a guide only since they may be required to present a different set of courses from those listed. Clarification of personalised study plans will be provided at the time of enrolment. |
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Core Courses |
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Select 9 units from the following:
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| Telecommunications Electives |
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Elective choices must comply with the following rules:
Select 27 units from the following:
Management Electives
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| Research Project |
Students enrol in Part A in one semester and Part B in the following semester The availability of all courses is conditional on the availability of staff and facilities and sufficient enrolments. |
The skills obtained in this program are applicable across a wide range of industries, but particularly in the information and communication technology (ICT) industries. Graduates will be equipped to undertake technically advanced research and development related to the use of Internet, wireless and multi-media technologies in all industries requiring the communication of data over short and long distances.
The University of Adelaide is committed to regular reviews of the courses and programs it offers to students. The University of Adelaide therefore reserves the right to discontinue or vary programs and courses without notice. Please read the important information contained in the disclaimer.
Last updated: Friday, 30 Oct 2009
