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Embedded Electronic Systems MSc
Embedded systems are the dedicated hardware and software that lie at the heart of modern electronic devices: from aeronautical and automobile engine management systems, to mobile telephones and multimedia devices.
- The design of these devices is a challenging task which requires the integration of hardware (microcontrollers, custom ASICs and FPGAs), application specific software, real-time operating systems, communications, sensors and actuators in a complex, highly reliable system despite a shrinking time to market.
- An extended project is an integral part of the MSc programme: some of these have a strong industrial input while others are related to research in the School.
- If you are a graduate engineer with a background in computer science or electronic engineering and want to become part of this rapidly growing and highly lucrative branch of engineering; or you are looking to prepare for PhD study, this programme is designed for you.
- In the most recent independent review of research quality (RAE 2008), electrical and electronic engineering at Glasgow was rated in the UK’s top ten.
Programme overview
- MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time
The MSc comprises two taught semesters, each comprising compulsory and optional courses, and a major project.
Core courses
- Intelligent systems and control
- VLSI design and CAD
- Digital signal processing I
- Real time embedded programming
- Real time embedded systems M
- Wireless sensor networks.
Optional courses
- Computer communications II
- Digital signal processing II
- Computer architecture and communications 4
- Security and cryptography 4/M
- Mobile human-computer interaction M
- Computer architecture 4
- Advanced programming M
- Modelling reactive systems 4.
Career prospects
Career opportunities include chip design, embedded system design, telecommunications, CCTV and surveillance, automation and control, software development, development of PC peripherals and FPGA programming and defence.
Further information: Postgraduate Admissions Team
email: pgadmissions@glasgow.ac.uk
Entry requirements for postgraduate taught programmes are normally a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent (eg GPA of 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject unless otherwise specified.
Pre-Masters course for international students
There is a preparation course for international students who don't meet the entry requirements. Completion of this Pre-Masters course to the required level guarantees your entry to this programme. This is offered by our partner, Glasgow International College. See Pre-Masters course for Science & Engineering.
English language
If your first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. See English Language Requirements.
Further information regarding entry requirements: student.recruitment@glasgow.ac.uk
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