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MJRP-TLNET

Electrical Engineering Major (Telecommunications and Networking) (M ProfEng)

Postgraduate major

This offering version is phasing out and no longer taking applications. You may be able to apply for a later version.

Course outline
  • Qualification
    Electrical Engineering Major (Telecommunications and Networking) (M ProfEng)
  • Credit

    Credit

    600
Course outline

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Course outline

Outline

Outline

This information is relevant for students commencing study in 2019. If you plan to commence study in 2020, please view the planned offering.
If you hold a recognised four-year bachelor degree in the same engineering discipline you wish to study in this course, you may qualify for direct entry into the second year of study and graduate after only two years with an Engineers Australia accredited degree.

Curtin is currently in the process of seeking Engineers Australia accreditation for the three year Master of Professional Engineering course, for all graduates.

The electronics and communication fields represent two of the fastest growing technology areas in the world. With the rapid progress of information technology, the role of communications is becoming even more crucial for increasing industry efficiency and competition. This major explores relevant topics in telecommunications and networking like mobile radio communications and data network security.

Please refer to the handbook for additional course overview information. 

How to apply

This major sits within the Master of Professional Engineering degree. To apply for this major, you will apply for the Master of Professional Engineering. In step 3 of the application process, you will be asked to confirm the major you wish to study.

Applying as a postgraduate student is easy. For information tailored to your situation, visit our easy to follow instructions to get your application started.

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What you'll learn

  • apply electrical engineering theory and its design method to investigate and solve significant technological problems
  • analyse a problem and apply research and creative thinking to the formulation of a solution; implement and verify the solution using state of the art tools and techniques
  • communicate concepts and technical information to lay and professional personnel in written, oral and electronic forms
  • use software and hardware tools in a proficient way to analyse and verify electrical and electronic systems
  • recognise the rapid development of electrical and electronic technologies, and maintain currency via a spirit of inquiry and relevant further study
  • apply international standards, practices and conventions appropriate to electrical engineering
  • function effectively within a typical multidisciplinary and multi-cultural engineering design team as a team member, manager or team leader, recognising individual human rights
  • commit to and behave in accordance with the professional and ethical responsibilities of engineering postgraduates
  • find, evaluate, organise and present information relevant to electrical engineering research activities

Admission criteria

What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.

English requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.

IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

Writing

6.0

Speaking

6.0

Reading

6.0

Listening

6.0

Overall band score

6.0

Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

Fees and charges

Please view the Master of Professional Engineering degree for indicative fees.

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  • The offering information on this website applies only to future students. Current students should refer to faculty handbooks for current or past course information.

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  • Curtin course code: MJRP-TLNET
  • Last updated on: 24 April 2024

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