The telecommunications industry demands engineers and managers who can work across both the technical and commercial dimensions of the field. This MSc offers a distinctive combination of advanced telecommunications training and core business education, giving you the skills to take on roles that require both kinds of expertise.
The technical content covers key areas of modern telecommunications including network architectures, communications technologies, network design and planning, and the latest developments in areas such as the Internet of Things (IoT), 6G and Machine Learning applications. The business content introduces you to financial management, marketing, product management and regulatory considerations, giving you a comprehensive understanding of how telecommunications organisations operate and compete.
The course builds on nearly 20 years of experience in delivering combined technical and business education through UCL Electronic and Electrical Engineering’s highly regarded industry course. Modules are taught by UCL academics and industry experts, and the course is continuously updated to reflect the latest developments in the field.
This MSc develops the dual technical and commercial skill set needed to succeed in the telecommunications, ICT and technology sectors. You will graduate with solid expertise in telecommunications systems, network design and emerging technologies, alongside a strong understanding of financial management, marketing, product management and the regulatory landscape.
This combination is what sets graduates of this course apart. You will be able to engage with complex technical challenges and communicate them clearly in a business context, giving you the versatility to take on roles that bridge engineering and management. Coursework, group work and a research dissertation further develop your analytical thinking, teamworking and project management capabilities.
Regular guest lectures and industry engagement throughout the year expand your professional network and give you direct exposure to the range of careers available to graduates.
Graduates of this MSc go on to careers across telecommunications, network engineering, consultancy, financial services and technology management. The combination of technical expertise and business knowledge developed on the course prepares graduates for roles that require both kinds of capability, including positions in tech firms, established telecoms companies, innovative startups and professional services organisations.