MSc Communications and Signal Processing / Careers

Year of entry: 2027

Career opportunities

Graduates of this course develop advanced technical and analytical skills relevant to a broad range of careers in communications and signal processing. Potential career areas include wireless and mobile communications, telecommunications, communication networks, signal and data processing, connected systems and the Internet of Things, and engineering research and development. The course also provides a strong foundation for PhD study and careers in research organisations and universities.

Careers Service

We are committed to helping you get the best start after graduation, that's why The University of Manchester's award-winning Careers Service will continue to support you two years after graduation.

Accrediting organisations

This degree has been accredited by the  Institution of Engineering and Technology  and the  Institute of Measurement and Control  under licence from the UK regulator, the  Engineering council .

Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the  standards  set by the Engineering Council in the UK standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC). An accredited degree will provide you with some or all of the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for eventual registration as an Incorporated (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng). Some employers recruit preferentially from accredited degrees, and an accredited degree is likely to be recognised by other countries that are signatories to international accords.