Systems, Control and Signal Processing (MSc)
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Develop your signal processing skills on this Systems, Control and Signal Processing MSc at the University of Southampton. You'll specialise in systems theory, image processing and machine learning. Develop in-depth knowledge and practical skills in algorithmic development and programming, and graduate ready for a career in industry or research.
This UK MSc signal processing with systems control course is built around the latest research carried out by our electronics and computer science experts. Areas you’ll cover include:
The MSc control systems course with signal processing has a high mathematical content, and much of the material is computationally based.
As a postgraduate student, you will work with internationally respected academics at the forefront of their disciplines, tackling some of today’s biggest challenges.
Our excellent facilities, key partnerships with major industries and a world-leading research base will ensure that your time studying with us will be productive, challenging and enjoyable.
The degree is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Candidates must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree to comply with full CEng registration requirements.
Course lead
Your course leader is Dr Mohammed El-Hajjar, an associate professor in the Next Generation Wireless research group. He has won several academic awards and has published more than 80 journal and conference papers. Read
Dr El-Hajjar's staff profile
to find out more about his work.Program Outline
This is a full-time master’s course. You'll study for 12 months, from September to the following September.
In the first 8 months (semesters 1 and 2) you’ll study the taught part of your course.
In semester 1, you’ll take 3 compulsory technical modules.
In semester 2, you’ll take 1 compulsory technical module, and 3 modules that we’ll ask you to choose from a list of options.
You’ll take 1 further module across semesters 1 and 2 to help you prepare for your research project and dissertation.
Exams will be held at the end of semesters 1 and 2.
For the last 4 months (semester 3) you’ll work independently to research and write your dissertation. You’ll have one-to-one meetings with your supervisor during this time to discuss your progress.
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