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Overview
University College London (UCL)'s Mobile Communications Systems course starts with a detailed view of the wireless propagation channel, the wireless environment and the modulation techniques used in wireless systems.
Key facts
- We focus on the detailed implementation of the key mobile systems, namely GSM UMTS and 4G/LTE, from the viewpoints of system architecture, the physical layer and system implementation and take a detailed look at the physical and logical channel implementation.The 2.5 and 3.5/3.75 Generations are also discussed with a description of HSCSD, GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA and HSUPA.
- Issues of network planning, mobile services and business are also considered in the module as well as the 3GPP standards defining the various mobile generations.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Historical background
- The wireless and cellular environments
- The wireless propagation channel
- Legacy systems and brief introduction to AMPS and TACS
- Modulation techniques (analogue and digital, BPSK, QPSK and QAM, OFDM)
- Multiple access techniques (TDMA, FDMA and CDMA)
- Coding (error control and source coding)
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 2 months
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Communications Engineering View 23 other Short Courses in Communications Engineering in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
The department's courses/CPD modules are aimed at those working in the telecommunications industry such as researchers, engineers, IT professionals and managers.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1500 GBP / full≈ 1500 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1500 GBP / full≈ 1500 GBP / full
Living costs
London
United Kingdom
1137 - 2157 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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