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Master of Science Optical Communications and Signal Processing

University of Bristol - Clifton Campus

UK,England

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12 Months

Duration

CAD 35,800/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Sep 2025

Apply Date

UK, England

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1876

Total Students: 20,500 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Bristol BS8 1TH, United Kingdom

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Scholarships
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Master of Science Optical Communications and Signal Processing

Program Overview

Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of optical communications and signal processing with our specialised programme. You will explore advanced topics in photonics, optical communications devices, systems and networks, equipping you with the expertise to make a significant contribution to this rapidly evolving field. This programme offers you the opportunity to gain essential skills for a thriving career in optical communications.

Optical fibre communications form the backbone of all land-based communications and are the only viable means to support today's global information systems. Research at Bristol is contributing to the ever-increasing requirement for bandwidth and flexibility through research into optical switching technology, next-generation optical networks, high-speed modulation, data regeneration and novel semiconductor lasers.

This programme builds on the internationally recognised research strengths of the Photonics and Quantum and High Performance Networks (HPN) research groups within the Smart Internet Lab. The Photonics and Quantum group is pioneering the emerging field of quantum photonics, achieving significant advancements in photonic crystal fibre light sources, secure optical communications using quantum technology, and innovative quantum gate technologies. The HPN group is renowned for its extensive research in optical networking.

In addition to units on the fundamentals of photonics, optical fibres, and optical devices, you will engage with cutting-edge topics through specialised units. Previously, these have included Computer Networks and the Internet, Future Connectivity: From Optical to Quantum, and The Photonics Skills Forge unit, which helps develop practical skills in lab-based experiments as well as theoretical modelling and simulation for photonics.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

42 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

12 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
sep 2024		Closed
sep 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 35,800 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in University of Bristol - Clifton Campus

CAD 9,207 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - 6 - With No Band Less Than
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 88.0 Minimum Listening - 19.0 Minimum Reading - 20.0 Minimum Writing - 22.0 Minimum Speaking - 22.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 67.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

International scholarships

If you have the talent and ability to succeed, concerns about funding should not stop you from applying to come to University. We have several scholarships which might be able to help you fund your studies.

University of Bristol scholarships

We are investing £2 million in scholarships for 2022. These will help the best and brightest overseas students, including those from the EU, come to University of Bristol.

Undergraduate

Think Big undergraduate scholarships
Global Accounting and Finance undergraduate scholarships
Global Economics undergraduate scholarships
School of Policy Studies international undergraduate scholarships
Think Big About Global Justice undergraduate scholarships
Think Big bursaries for sciences

Postgraduate

Think Big postgraduate scholarships
Future Leaders scholarships
Global Accounting and Finance postgraduate scholarships
Global Economics postgraduate scholarships
Michael Wong Pakshong bursary
Phyllis Mary Morris bursaries
School of Policy Studies postgraduate international scholarships
Think Big About Education scholarships
Think Big About Global Justice postgraduate scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

There are various options through which a student can get a post study work visa in the UK.
Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur Visa for the graduates with a genuine and credible business idea.
Tier 2 (General) is the leading immigration visa to work in the UK.
Tier 4 Doctorate Extension Scheme is for students who have completed their Ph.D. and is valid for 12 months for them to work, look for work or set up a business.
Tier 5 Youth Mobility is for individuals of certain countries like Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, and New Zealand aged between 18 -30 who wish to move to the UK.
Tier 5 GAE is for individuals who want to come to the UK for work experience, training, research or a fellowship.
UK Ancestry is for individuals who are a citizen of a commonwealth and plan to work in the UK and have a grandparent who was born in the UK.