In this master degree, you will study advanced topics in wireless and mobile communication systems, information theory and coding, and telecommunication networks.

The degree is strongly supported by UniSA’s research environment, a dynamic teaching and research base for students. All have excellent facilities, with world renowned links and associations.

Graduate career-ready by completing the UniSA STEM Professional Practice Program and gain at least 450 hours of skills and competencies through a range of engagement activities such as placements, internships, guest lectures, industry panels, site visits, networking and events.

If you decide to exit this degree having successfully completed the first semester, you will receive a graduate certificate qualification. If you have successfully completed the first year, you will receive a graduate diploma qualification.

What you'll learn

In your first year of study you’ll study specialist telecommunications areas such as communication systems, internet technology and optical communications. You'll also have the option to get industry experience through a work-based project.

In second year you’ll take further specialist telecommunications courses in areas such as networks, wireless and mobile communications; and information theory and coding.

Key to this degree is the development and application of research methods and skills. These will be invaluable when you begin work on your minor thesis.

Our UniSA STEM Professional Practice Program allows you to apply the skills and knowledge you've acquired throughout your degree in real-world settings.

There are a wide range of career options for highly qualified engineers, with employment opportunities in engineering consulting firms, construction companies, and local, state and federal government. You could consider:

Careers to consider:

• network planning manager: developing and implementing network plans and strategic goals; analysing existing network performance and identifying growth opportunities; leading teams of network engineers
• operations management maintenance: supervising and leading teams of engineers, scientists and technicians who work on projects; overseeing production and quality control; directing operations, testing and maintenance; planning and scheduling, client consulting, budgetary responsibilities
• telecommunications research and development: improving the capabilities of current technologies or developing new technological innovations; analysing problems, identifying solutions, using research methods to apply and test solutions, documenting and presenting solutions