Overview

The Communication Systems course from University of West London provides a solid foundation in modern communication technologies, with an emphasis on innovation, practical skills and industry relevance.

You will explore a wide range of areas, including:

AI-enhanced 5G, 5G+ and 6G networks
Mobile and internet-based network protocols
MIMO, cell-less networks and integrated sensing
Intelligent and sustainable communication systems.

The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical simulation and research-led projects, allowing you to apply what you learn in real-world scenarios. You will develop hands-on expertise in designing and implementing sensor-integrated and AI-enabled systems for wireless and Internet of Things (IoT) applications.

Career opportunities:

Graduates of MSc Communication Systems at the University of West London are equipped with advanced technical expertise and industry-ready skills, prepared for high-impact roles in the rapidly evolving world of wireless communications, AI-driven systems and digital infrastructure.

Graduates are well-suited for careers in industries spanning telecommunications, aerospace, transport, defence, healthcare and smart infrastructure.

Job roles

Communication systems engineer
Wireless network architect
Internet of Things systems developer
AI and machine learning engineer (Communications)
Signal processing specialist
Satellite and mobile systems engineer
Research and development (R&D) engineer
Network planning and optimisation analyst
Cyber-physical systems designer.

Graduate employers

BT Group
Vodafone UK
Qualcomm Technologies
Huawei Technologies
BBC R&D
Arqiva
Transport for London
Facebook Connectivity (Meta)
Nokia
Ericsson
NextGen Networks.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Internet of Things
Modern Data Communications
Artificial Intelligence (Al)
Research Methods
Mathematics of Signal Processing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00

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Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

Applicants should hold an honours degree (2:2 or above) from a UK university, or an equivalent qualification, in Computing or other STEM-based disciplines with a substantial focus on computing and programming.

The MSc in Communication Systems welcomes students from a broad range of technical and engineering backgrounds, providing a natural progression for graduates from programmes such as:

BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering
BEng (Hons) Telecommunications Engineering
BEng (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering
BSc (Hons) Computer Science
BSc (Hons) Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
BSc (Hons) Sound Engineering and Production.

If you have a strong background in mathematics, programming, physics or a related discipline not listed above, and you are interested in the course, you are encouraged to apply. The course team will carefully evaluate your application to determine suitability for the programme.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17250 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

10850 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part-time:

National - £5,425 (September)
International - £8,625 (September)

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

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