Telecommunications  BEng

Overview

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The Telecommunications course offers many exciting employment opportunities in the fields of telecommunications, the laser engineering industry, research and development sectors and the electronics industry.

Course Fees:

  • Full-time EU: £9,000 (2012/13 fees)
  • Full-time Non EU: £13,000 (2012/13 fees)

UCAS code:

H645 BEng, H646 BEng with professional placement.

How to Apply

Entry Requirements

Tariff Points

For entry in 2012

Typical offers require one of the following:
  • A/AS-level: 340 UCAS tariff points, including any science based A-level, preferably mathematics or physics; plus GCSE mathematics grade B if not A-level mathematics. Point scores exclude general studies and key skills
  • BTEC: DDD in a relevant subject, including D in L3 mathematics
  • IB: 30, including 5 in Standard Level mathematics and one other science subject
  • 14-19 Advanced Diploma: Engineering at grade B/250; A-level mathematics at grade C/80

Pre-requisites

Mathematics GCSE at grade C or above.

Other Suitable Qualifications

Foundation Programmes

If you do not qualify for direct entry, our partner INTO City University London offers academic preparation programmes which focus on the skills you need. Successful completion of the International Foundation in Engineering, Computer Science and Mathematics at INTO City University London means guaranteed progression to this degree.

Kaplan International College (KIC) London

Additionally, the University works in partnership with KIC London to provide preparatory courses for international students. Foundation and Pre Masters courses at KIC London offer comprehensive support to students including regular one-to-one tuition. Progression to the University is guaranteed if you complete the KIC London course at the required level.

English Requirements

  • IELTS: 6.0
  • TOEFL: 87 internet-based total
  • GCSE: English language grade C.

English Language Programmes

If you need to improve your English language skills before you enter this course, our partner, INTO City University London offers a range of English language courses. These intensive and flexible courses are designed to improve your English ability for entry to this degree. Please click the links below for more information.

English for Undergraduate Study

Pre-sessional English

Visa Requirements

The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course at City, there are different rules for:

  • Students on courses of more than 6 months
  • Students on courses of less than 6 months
  • Students on a pre-sessional English Language course

For more information see our main Visa page.

When and Where

Duration:
Full-time: Three years or four years including a professional placement.

Course Content

This course has been designed in a systematic way, from fundamental training in engineering science, electronics and computing, to more specialised and photonics focused modules with a strong emphasis on applications and case studies.

Course Structure

Years one and two:
The first two years of this course are joined with BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering and BEng Computer Systems Engineering. The fundamental principles of engineering and applied physics, that underpin the design of electrical and electronic equipment, are studied in the first two years. 

Modules provide essential insight into electronics, design and computing, as well as specialised electrical and electronic engineering courses:
  • Circuit theory
  • Communications systems
  • Computer programming (C/C++/Java)
  • Dynamics and control
  • Electronics
  • Engineering design
  • Engineering mathematics
  • Signals and systems.
In addition to this, engineers require managerial skills, the ability to communicate effectively, a good measure of human understanding and an awareness of the economic, environmental and social implications of their activity. Our courses are designed to provide excellent training in all these areas. 

Year three:
In the final year you have the opportunity to take an increasing number of advanced specialist communications modules such as:
  • Digital broadcasting technology
  • Digital communications
  • Optical and wireless communications
  • Signal processing
All students in the final year are required to undertake a project, which is often associated with the design, construction and evaluation of an electrical or communication device, to meet a given specification or fundamental research on the recent available technologies to address current industrial needs.

Teaching and Assessment

Teaching:
The course is taught by staff from the School of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences and some of the lectures are given by consultants and experts from the industrial sector. Teaching methods include formal lectures, seminars and tutorials, supplemented by an engineering applications course, involving laboratory and group projects.

Assessment:
The final degree classification is based on marks obtained in the second and final academic years. The final academic year contributes twice as much as the second year to the total. Coursework and engineering applications account for approximately 30 per cent of the total.

Fees

  • Full-time EU: £9,000 (2012/13 fees)
  • Full-time Non EU: £13,000 (2012/13 fees)

Funding

For up-to-date information about tuition fees, living costs and financial support, visit Undergraduate Fees and Finance or Postgraduate Fees and Finance.

Scholarships

New for 2012 entrants: Up to £3,000 cash each year for at least three years for students on this course. Read more here to see if you might qualify.

Prizes

There are a number of prizes and awards for students who perform well in examinations and project work. Details of the prizes can be obtained from the Associate Dean for the relevant subject area. In addition, the committee may make recommendations for University awards.

Career Prospects

Professional accreditation and career options: The BEng Telecommunications is accredited by the major professional engineering body, the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). City's graduates are highly sought after in industry.

Graduates might follow careers in telecommunications, laser engineering, research and development, IT, design, consultancy or further education.

Find out more about City University London

Telecommunications

UCAS code: H645 BEng, H646 BEng with professional placement.

Applications for degree courses must be made through UCAS. You can apply through your school or college using the Apply system, which enables you to submit your application directly to the UCAS website.

Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS)
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UCAS Customer Service Unit telephone numbers:

  • For callers in the UK: 0871 468 0 468
  • For callers outside the UK: +44 (0)871 468 0 468
  • For callers with hearing difficulties
  • From the UK use the Text Relay service on 18001 0871 468 0 468
  • From outside the UK dial +44 151 494 1260 (text phone) and then ask the operator to dial 0871 468 0 468.
You can apply for up to five universities on the form. Please take care to enter the correct course code, particularly for subjects with a foundation year or with BSc and BEng options. UCAS has implemented an 'invisibility of choices' policy so that, on the initial application and while you are receiving decisions, each university can only see their entry and not those of other universities you have chosen. This ensures that your application for a course at City University London is considered solely on your academic and personal qualities. You should submit your completed application form to UCAS with a £21 application fee. If you want to apply to City only, you can make a single choice application at a reduced rate of £11. The UCAS code for City University London is C60.

When to apply

Your application for entry in September 2012 should arrive at UCAS between 1 September 2011 and 15 January 2012. Applications that arrive after 15 January 2012 will be considered only at the University's discretion. When your application is acknowledged by UCAS, you will be sent a personal identification number so that you can access your records via Track on the UCAS website.

Enquiries

For general enquiries about the admissions process, please contact the
Admissions Office.
T: +44 (0)20 7040 8716/0223
E: ugadmissions@city.ac.uk

If your enquiry is about admission to a particular course, you should contact the admissions tutor for that course (please see the course description for contact details).