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Master of Mathematical Sciences (Signal and information Processing) MMaSc(SIP)
2010

Program Outline | Program Structure | Related Programs | Admission Information | Areas of Specialisation | Study Plans | Career Opportunities | Graduate Attributes | Program Rules | Further Information | Useful Links

Location: North Terrace Campus
Duration: 1.5 years (full-time or part-time? equivalent)
Degree/Award: Masters by Coursework

Program Outline

No new admissions into this program.

The Masters program is designed to give students important skills in key areas of signal processing such as mobile communications, signal analysis, multisensor data fusion, linear systems, adaptive signal processing and image analysis.

Some courses such as Detection, Estimation and Classification, and Signal Synthesis and Analysis are highly mathematical in theory, whereas courses such as Satellite Communications and Mobile Communications have a more practical emphasis. Courses such as Adaptive Signal Processing and Beamforming and Array Processing have a strong engineering emphasis.

The Masters program is focussed on telecommunications and signal processing, is very challenging and assumes a strong background in maths and/or engineering and/or physical sciences.

Students completing this programs can enhance their career opportunities in research areas such as defence, telecommunications, medical image analysis and computer systems.

The Masters program is comprised of 36 units including 6 units of project work (up to 12 additional units of enabling courses may be required depending on the exact nature of the applicant’s qualifications - this may extend study by one semester). Students with recognised Honours in maths, physics or electronic engineering are eligible for up to 12 units credit towards this program.

Some components of this program are available online.

Intending students should consult the program coordinator early in the year in which they plan to study to check if particular courses will be available.

Program Structure

36 units including 6 units of project work (up to 12 additional units of enabling courses may be required depending on the exact nature of the applicant's qualifications - this may extend study by one semester). Components of this program are available online. Students with recognised Honours in maths, physics or electronic engineering are eligible for up to 12 units credit towards this program.

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Admission Information

No new admissions into this program.

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Domestic applicants

Not a domestic applicant? ?

SATAC Code 3CM075
Annual tuition fees ?
Commonwealth-supported place: $4,249
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only.
Completed Honours degree of Bachelor of Science in Mathematics or Physics; or, completed Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) with Honours.

How to Apply ?

SATAC Code: 3CM075

International applicants

Not an international applicant? ?

IELTS Total 6 [more info]
Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $30,000
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only
Prerequisites ?
Relevant Honours degree of Bachelor or equivalent
Equivalent Scores
IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
6
5.5
5.5
6
6

How to Apply ?

International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $30,000
Mid-year entry? Yes
Enquiries Student Centre

Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only
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Areas of Specialisation

Signal Processing

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Study Plans

The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

Total units required for this program - 36 units
Supervised Project Work
  • MATHS 7008A & Maths 7008B Mathematical Signal and Information Processing Project Part 1 (6 units)

Note:
Students will enrol in Part A in one semester and Part B in the following semester

Electives

Please choose courses to the value of at least 18 units from the following:

  • ELEC ENG 7059 Redar Principles and Systems - an Introduction (3 units) 
  • SIP 7001 Information Theory (3 units)
  • SIP 7002 Kalman Filtering and Tracking (3 units)
  • SIP 7004 Mobile Communications (3 units)
  • SIP 7005 Multisensor Data Fusion (3 units)
  • SIP 7012 Detection, Estimation and Classification (3 units)
  • SIP 7013 Introduction to Discrete Linear Systems (3 units)
  • SIP 7015 Signal Synthesis and Analysis (3 units)
  • SIP 7017 Specialised Studies A (3 units)
  • SIP 7018 Specialised Studies B (3 units)
  • SIP 7019 Specialised Studies C (3 units)
  • SIP 7020 Specialised Studies D (3 units)
  • SIP 7023 Satellite Communications (3 units)
  • SIP 7024 Adaptive Signal Processing (3 units)
  • SIP 7025 Beamforming & Array Processing (3 units)
  • SIP 7026 Mathematical Coding & Cryptology (3 units)
  • SIP 7030 Image Sensors and Processing (3 units)
  • SIP 7031 Sonar Sensors & Systems (3 units)

Note:
Students may select
Honours and other relevant courses offered by the the University of Adelaide or other tertiary institutions in South Australia as may be approved by the Board of Studies. 

Prospective students should consult the relevant school early in the year in which they plan to study in order to ascertain whether particular courses will be available in that year, which semester they will be taught and their precise content. For more terms and conditions of study, please see the program rules.

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Career Opportunities

On completion of this degree students will have enhanced employment prospects as research scientists and/or engineers in defence, telecommunications, medical image analysis and computer systems industries.

Potential careers

Communications Engineer, Remote Sensing and GIS, Electrical/Electronic Engineer, Satellite Engineer, Satellite Project Scientist, Instrumentation Engineer, Systems Engineer, Telecommunications Analyst, Telecommunications Engineer, Medical Technician

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Graduate Attributes

• Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised.

• The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.

• An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.

• Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.

• A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.

• A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.

• A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.

• An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.

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