MSc Embedded Systems and IC Design

Study on this Masters programme in Embedded Systems and IC Design at Liverpool John Moores University. Study at one the UK's leading Engineering Departments Benefit from the internationally-acclaimed research of LJMU's Electrical and Electronic Engineering Research Centre Postgraduates of this course highly sought after by major UK and international employers This programme is available as a standard full-time Masters one-year programme (180 credits) or as an extended full-time Masters 20 month programme (240 credits) On both versions in semesters one and two you will study full-time at LJMU completing the taught modules If you are on the one-year programme, you will complete your Dissertation over the summer If you are on the 20 month programme, you will undertake the Group Design Project and your Dissertation in the second year Available as part-time study option too Industrial organisations across all sectors have identified a gap in the market and the need for Engineers with good leadership and interpersonal skills in addition to their technical abilities. This MSc degree programme provides excellent progression from electronic engineering undergraduate courses. You can also complete the course as part of your career development and to specialise in the Embedded Systems, Nano Electronics and IC Design fields. Students who choose the 20 month MSc route will undertake a Group Design Project & Dissertation. The Group Design Project aims to apply engineering, technology and scientific knowledge to a real-world design problem. Detailed ideas will be explored and developed through design, experimentation, computer modelling and/or manufacture. Why should I choose the 20 month route? The Group Design Project will encompass the wider aspects of social, economic, political, legislative, environmental, cultural, ethical and sustainability issues required in the modern environment. This route is designed for international students who wish to apply their knowledge to professional practice in the UK Industrial organisations across all sectors have identified a gap in the market for Engineers with good leadership and interpersonal skills in addition to their technical abilities This route will equip you with the transferrable project management skills needed to excel in your chosen career You will work in groups and meet regularly with an academic supervisor and any internal or external stakeholders in order to develop an effective team-working ethic As an alternative to the group project on the two-year programme an industrial placement is a possibility in year two You will need to apply directly to companies offering placements — the offer of a placement will be subject to a successful interview with the employer. Although the University will provide support and guidance to find an appropriate placement they are not guaranteed Please note that you cannot apply for the sandwich route before coming to LJMU — further information about app

IELTS IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each component)

International students: £18,250 per year

UK students: £10,850 per year

UK/Home: £10,850 per year

International: £18,250 per year

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• Liverpool John Moores University, City Campus, Liverpool, United Kingdom