European Master's in Embedded Computing Systems (MSc)
Southampton, United Kingdom
DURATION
1 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2024
TUITION FEES
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* for EU and international student | UK students: GBP 9,250
Introduction
This European master’s in embedded computing systems (EMECS) is a 2-year course run in partnership with Kaiserslautern University in Germany and the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU).
We are experts in system-on-chip (SoC) and electronics, NTNU specialises in electronics and communications, and Kaiserslautern in embedded systems. You’ll learn the fundamentals of embedded computing systems and experience life and study in different countries.
Our MSc embedded systems degree is a European-based master’s. It allows you to study in 2 countries at different universities.
With this embedded systems master’s degree, you’ll learn the technologies that are transforming our communication systems. You'll get expert training from the:
- University of Southampton as a Leader in System on Chip Electronics
- Kaiserslautern University for Embedded Systems
- Norwegian University of Science and Technology for Electronics and Communication
- Politecnico Di Torino for Embedded System and Electronics Design
You’ll study the fundamentals of embedded computing systems at the same education level at any of the universities. You’ll get to choose what electives you study, and the options on offer reflect the University’s individual profiles and their research institutions.
Admissions
Curriculum
This embedded systems masters course takes place over 2 years, with each year spent at a different university. You’ll choose 2 universities out of 4 and receive a joint degree from them. The course is taught in English.
Your start date will depend on the university you choose to attend. You’ll start in August for University of Kaiserslautern and Norwegian University of Science and Technology. The University of Southampton start is in September.
MSc embedded systems is made up of topics you must study, an elective program you choose and a thesis project.
Modules
The modules outlined provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this degree course based on recent academic teaching. As a research-led University, we undertake a continuous review of our course to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand.
You must study the following modules :
- Digital IC and Systems Design
- Digital System Design
- EMECS MSc Project
- Microfabrication
- Research Methods and Project Preparation
- Secure Hardware and Embedded Devices
You must also choose from the following modules :
- Advanced Wireless Communications Networks and Systems
- Analogue and Mixed Signal CMOS Design
- Control System Design (MSc)
- Cryptography
- Digital IC and Systems Design
- Digital System Design
- Digital Systems Synthesis
- Embedded Processors
- Foundations of Cyber Security
- Foundations of Machine Learning (MSc)
- Intelligent Agents
- Machine Learning Technologies (MSc)
- Medical Electrical and Electronic Technologies
- Microsensor Technologies
- Network and Web Based Security
- Secure Hardware and Embedded Devices
- Software Modelling Tools and Techniques for Critical Systems
- Software Project Management and Secure Development
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
This course will prepare you for further research in industry or to study for a PhD.
Studying this master’s degree in embedded computing systems will prepare you for a career in:
- Hardware or Software Systems Architecture
- Specialist in Design Methodology
- System-on-chip Design
- Telecommunications
- Automotive Systems
- Manufacturing
Program delivery
The learning activities for this course include the following:
- Lectures
- Small Group Teaching
- Practical Work
- Independent Reading
- Coursework
- Lab or Practical Sessions
Whilst completing your individual thesis project within a research group or in industry, you’ll have one-to-one supervision.
Assessment
We’ll assess you through:
- Exams
- Coursework in the Form of:
- Problem-Solving Exercises
- Lab Reports
- Literature Review
- Design Exercises
- Individual and Group Projects
- A Thesis Project