Overview

The M.Sc. in Telecommunications Engineering at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln provides advanced education and research opportunities to develop a breadth of knowledge in modern network systems. Students engage with complex engineering principles to master the design and implementation of sophisticated telecommunication infrastructures. This programme is specifically designed to prepare graduates for high-level technical roles in a rapidly evolving global industry.

Why Telecommunications Engineering at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln?

This programme is uniquely housed at the Peter Kiewit Institute of Information Science, Technology, and Engineering in Omaha. This strategic location provides students with access to specialised, state-of-the-art laboratories, including dedicated facilities for optical, wireless, and telecommunications research. Students benefit from high-speed connections to Internet2 and AccessGrid, alongside IBM supercomputer facilities.

The partnership with the Peter Kiewit Institute ensures that graduate students have exceptional opportunities for both academic exploration and career networking. While based in Omaha, students maintain full access to the resources of the main campus, including the ability to undertake elective coursework through the electrical engineering and computer science departments in Lincoln.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 22198 per year
National fee: USD 22198 per year
Local fee: USD 8950 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured into two distinct pathways. Option A is research-focused and requires a formal thesis, making it ideal for those pursuing scholarly careers. Option B is a practice-based track designed for professional practitioners. Modules may include:

Self-Encoded Spread Spectrum and Multiple Access
Optical Code Division Multiplexing
Low-Coherence Fiber Optics
Transform Techniques
Wireless Communications
Optical Communications
Information Theory
Error Control Coding
Digital Signal Processing

Careers with Telecommunications Engineering

Graduates are equipped for advanced professional careers in the engineering of telecommunication networks and systems. The programme's focus on both theoretical depth and practical expertise prepares students for roles in research, development, and technical leadership. By utilising the institute's industry links and advanced laboratory settings, students transition into the workforce with experience in optical and wireless technologies.

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

30-36

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lincoln, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application for Admission with $50 non-refundable application fee.

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GRE (optional)

Minimum English proficiency: Paper TOEFL 550, Internet TOEFL 79, IELTS 6.5

Three letters of recommendation

Personal Statement: In 1-2 pages, this statement should describe why you chose this program, your research interests and/or previous research, your qualifications, and your career goals. If you've identified a faculty member with whom you would like to work, name them, describe how your interests align with their work, and indicate whether you've been in contact with them.

Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

22198 USD / year

≈ 22198 USD / year
Out-of-State

22198 USD / year

≈ 22198 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8950 USD / year

≈ 8950 USD / year

Living costs

Lincoln

United States

926 - 1371 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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