Program Overview

Introduction to the Degree in Telecommunication Systems Engineering

The Degree in Telecommunication Systems Engineering is a comprehensive program designed to provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge to conceive, design, implement, and operate telecommunication systems. This program is offered by the Escola d'Enginyeria de Telecomunicació i Aeroespacial de Castelldefels (EETAC) at the Universitat Politčcnica de Catalunya (UPC).

General Information

• Duration: 4 academic years
• Credits: 240 ECTS (including the final degree project)
• Type of Instruction: Presential
• Language: The language of instruction may vary; please consult the course catalog for specific information on each subject.
• Tuition Fees: Approximately 1,061 per year for EU residents; 1,800 per year for non-EU residents. Consult the university's website for the most current information on tuition fees and available scholarships.

Access and Admission

• New Student Intake: 80 places available for the September intake and 20 places for the February intake.
• Admission Requirements: Access is through a common pre-registration process. The cut-off mark for admission may vary; for the most recent academic year, it was 8.526 for the September intake and 7.060 for the February intake.
• Credit Recognition: Information on recognizing credits from previous studies can be found on the Generalitat de Catalunya's website.

Curriculum

The curriculum is divided into eight quadrimesters, covering a wide range of subjects from basic sciences and mathematics to specialized courses in telecommunication systems, including:

First Quadrimester

• Calculus
• Electronics in Telecommunications
• Business, Telecommunications, and Sustainability
• Physics
• Introduction to Computers

Second Quadrimester

• Linear Algebra and Applications
• Circuits and Linear Systems
• Fundamentals of Telematics
• Mathematics of Telecommunications
• Programming Project

Third Quadrimester

• Digital Circuits and Systems
• Fundamentals of Communications
• Network Interconnection
• Probability and Statistics
• Digital Signal Processing

Fourth Quadrimester

• Internet Architecture and Protocols
• Electronic Circuits and Power Systems
• Transmitters and Receivers
• Electromagnetic Waves in Communication Systems
• Operating Systems

Fifth Quadrimester

• Electronic Circuits for Telecommunications
• Optical Communications
• Wireless Communications
• RF Engineering
• Software Engineering Project

Sixth Quadrimester

• Audiovisual Communications
• Radio Software Engineering
• Telecommunication Infrastructures and Operation
• Wireless Communications Laboratory
• RF Systems

Seventh Quadrimester

• External Practices
• Quantum Information Technologies
• Smart Cities: Cybersecurity and Big Data
• Smart Cities: Internet of Things and Augmented Reality
• Technical and Business Communication
• Electroacoustic Devices for Communications and Sensors
• Service and Application Design
• Social Impact
• Instrumentation and Electronic Systems for Smart City Applications
• Introduction to Technological Asset Management
• Introduction to Unmanned Aerial Systems
• Applied Engineering Projects
• Engineering Projects
• Radiolocation
• Augmented Reality with Artificial Intelligence
• Regulation and Policy of Telecommunications
• Optical Fiber Sensors: Technologies and Applications
• Space Systems
• Systems and Technologies for Communications in Smart Cities

Eighth Quadrimester

• Smart Cities: Internet of Things and Security
• Final Degree Project

Professional Outcomes

Graduates of the Degree in Telecommunication Systems Engineering can pursue a variety of professional paths, including:

• Design and development of telecommunication, telematic, audiovisual, and electronic systems.
• Administration and operation of telecommunications and hardware.
• Programming and development of telecommunication applications.
• Management and direction of projects in TIC sector companies.
• Freelance professional practice, offering consultancy and advisory services.
• Conducting calculations, assessments, valuations, appraisals, and studies in the field of telecommunications.

Double Degree Agreements

The UPC offers the possibility of obtaining a double degree, combining this program with another degree offered by the university, upon completion of additional credits.

Quality Seals

Information on the quality indicators of the degree can be found on the website of the Agčncia per a la Qualitat del Sistema Universitari de Catalunya.

Academic Organization

• Academic Calendar: Available on the UPC's website.
• Academic Norms: Detailed information on academic norms for degree studies at the UPC.

Language Accreditation

Students must accredit proficiency in a third language to obtain the degree. Information on language accreditation can be found on the UPC's website.