Lund University

Overview

The MSc in Wireless Communications at Lund University offers a comprehensive education in the principles and technologies that underpin modern wireless networks. This two-year program equips students with the skills needed to design, analyze, and evaluate advanced wireless communication systems, culminating in a supervised Master's thesis that showcases their research capabilities.

What you'll study

Programme structure: The curriculum spans four semesters, concluding with a Master's thesis project.

• Semester 1: Antenna Technology; Digital Communications (core); Wireless System Design Principles
• Semester 2: Advanced Digital Communications; Network Architecture and Performance
• Semester 3: Electives and preparation for thesis work
• Semester 4: Master’s Thesis Project in Wireless Communications

Master’s thesis/project: Students engage in a research project that results in a written thesis and an oral presentation. This project can be conducted in collaboration with industry partners or within an academic environment, depending on the research topic and available guidance.

Learning approach: The program combines lectures, hands-on problem-solving sessions, and technical assignments to foster a deep understanding of wireless communication concepts and system-level thinking.

Assessment methods: Evaluation is conducted through coursework and the thesis project, with the thesis serving as a principal opportunity to demonstrate independent research skills and engineering judgment.

Entry requirements

Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, information technology, or a related field. Additionally, candidates must have completed at least 30 ECTS credits in mathematics, including calculus, linear algebra, and probability theory.

Furthermore, a foundational knowledge equivalent to at least 30 ECTS credits in signals and systems (covering linear systems and transforms), basic programming, electromagnetic field theory, and circuit theory is required.

Career prospects

Graduates of the MSc in Wireless Communications program are well-prepared for a variety of careers in the telecommunications industry, technology development, research and development, and academia. The skills acquired during the program open up opportunities in roles such as wireless network engineer, communication systems analyst, and research scientist, among others.