Institute of Advanced Telecommunications (IAT)

Introduction to IAT.

 IAT was developed by academics in Swansea University’s 5* School of Engineering to create an institute that unique by being research-led and offering only postgraduate teaching.

 IAT aims to meet the global demand for highly skilled professional telecommunications engineers by offering tailored postgraduate courses giving graduates the skills they need.

 The research facilities available within IAT are the best in the UK with equipment alone valued in excess of £4m.

 IAT has industrial links with multi-national companies and small entrepreneurial businesses for knowledge transfer expertise and collaboration on projects.

 IAT’s staff have proven expertise in fast moving areas of research.
Courses available.

 IAT are proud partners in the Mobile Virtual Centre of Excellence (www.mobilevce.com) along with only 7 other UK universities and some of the world's most prominent mobile communications companies.

COURSES AVAILABLE:

MSc Communication Systems
MSc Communication Systems (E-Health & Bio-applications
MSc Communication Systems (Photonics
MSc Communication Systems (Wireless
MSc Communication Systems (Networks)
MRes Communication Systems
MRes Communication Systems (Photonics)

1 year full-time or 2 year part-time degree consists of 120 taught credits and a 60 credit projects. For those attending full-time, the degree occupies a full academic year and comprises a formal taught component and an extended project. The taught component (Part 1) commences at the beginning of October, through to May. On successful completion of Part I, students progress to Part II in June which concludes with a written dissertation submission in October. The scheme is organised on a two week modular basis.

Each two-week module comprises 24 hours of formal lectures, including some from external tutors with an industrial experience/background. The second week of each module, is generally dedicated to private study.

In Part II, the dissertations are normally carried out individually under the supervision of a primary and a secondary supervisor. Delegates sponsored by industry can carry out a project that has direct relevance to their company and industrial involvement is encouraged for all projects.

For part-time students that carry out their project in industry, the project must be approved and jointly supervised by a member of staff of the University. The same assessment procedure adopted for full-time delegates are used.

Modules common to all courses include:

Digital Signal Processing for Communications
Data Networks
Digital Communications
Mobile Communication Systems
Computer Aided Design of Communication Systems
Multimedia Processing in Communications

Details of modules studied on each course are available in our prospectus and online. To receive a copy of our prospectus by post, contact iatadmissions@swansea.ac.uk. or +44 (0) 1792 602749

Entry requirements:

Minimum of an lower second-class (2:2) honours degree in Engineering, Physics, Computing or a related subject.

Why study Telecommunications?

- Fast moving industry constantly evolving and developing exciting new technology.
- A broad range of subjects are covered so you can optimise your knowledge and qualifications
- Excellent career prospects with large global companies such as BT, Voxon, Motorola Nokia.
- High level of R&D in industry with constant demand for young researchers.
- Industry predicted to see high growth in the future.

SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS INCLUDING NEWS AND EVENTS - www.swansea.ac.uk/iat

SWANSEA

- Spectacular seafront location with a wide range of sporting and cultural activities.
- Walking distance to the vibrant city centre with a fantastic range of shops, eateries and leisure outlets.
- Extremely friendly local people - international students love it here.

Study/Funding

General funding sources