Short courses
Some of these courses can form part of an MSc in Electronic Engineering. Courses can be taken on a one-off basis or as part of the Modular MSc via short courses.
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If you want to improve your career prospects by developing your knowledge in the electronics and communications industry, then these courses are ideal for you. We provide relevant, topical courses that provide industry with the right training for the job.
Many of our courses involve putting the theory into practice in the labs, and course delivery is given by a combination of expert lecturers from the University of Surrey and from industry.
Over the years we have developed a strong short courses programme with many repeat attendees.
Course calendar
Download our department's short course calendar flyer.
| Course | Date |
|---|---|
| RF Circuit and Systems Design | 9-13 July 2018 |
| Mobile Communication Systems and Technologies | 17-21 September 2018 TBC |
| IP Networking Protocols and Technologies | 22-26 October 2018 |
| Radar and Remote Sensing | 12-16 November 2018 |
| Antennas and Propagation | 19-23 November 2018 |
| 5G Communications and Technologies | 11-15 March 2019 |
| Satellite Communications | 1-5 April 2019 |
| Internet of Things | 29 April - 3 May 2019 |
| Video Compression Techniques for Next Generation Communication Infrastructures | TBC |
These courses can also form part of the MSc in Electronic Engineering.
The Department of Physics also runs short courses throughout the year.
Prices
For registration made with payment one month before the course start date:
- IET members: £1650
- Non-IET members: £1750
- Standard rate: £1900
For further information please contact:
Barbara Steel, Continuing Education Manager
- Tel: +44 (0)1483 686040
- Email: b.steel@surrey.ac.uk
About us
The University of Surrey is an international university with a worldwide reputation for excellence in teaching and research.
Bespoke courses for your company
Courses can be given as part of a regular programme, organised in conjunction with a professional body, or devised specifically for the needs of a particular organisation.
Modular MSc via short courses
The purpose of this MSc course is to encourage those working in industry to continue with their professional development without necessitating an expensive career break. This offers a flexible way of obtaining an MSc over a period of 2-5 years and can fit around full-time employment.
Recent comments on our courses
Antennas and Propagation
“Lab demonstrations add value to previous lectures and prompted a good discussion. Liked Tim’s flexibility in approach when dealing with different experience levels… Wanted to keep his first antenna!”
Emerging Technologies in Mobile Communications
“Excellent course overall and I will recommend to others… Found the whole week a fascinating experience, providing a comprehensive
introduction to the issues and complexities surrounding mobile communications.”
Microwave Engineering
“Good course with balanced tutorials… ADS Lab was very good... Detailed content.”
IP Networking Protocols and Technologies
“Overall an excellent course with fantastic lecturers… A very good
overview of IP that has helped put things into context and allowed
me to join up some of the key ideas with which I was partly familiar.”
Modern Radar Theory and Practice
“Good course, provided good overview of radar systems and was delivered very well… Felt well looked after with good food and help whenever needed.”
RF Circuit and System Design
“Good and comprehensive notes, enthusiastic lecturers… Would definitely recommend it to my colleagues at the same level for the purpose of learning and senior ones for refreshing… Excellent facilities, food, administration and parking… Lectures were passionate and informative.”
Satellite Communications
“Project Presentation a very good exercise for team building… I appreciate for all staff’s sincere efforts and contributions… A very enjoyable course, held at a very nice facility… Generally a very good
course that provides quite a comprehensive and detailed introduction... Would strongly recommend to others.”
Spacecraft Systems Design
“Concepts and theories easily understood and expertly presented… Great lectures – encompassed all content of technology…Professor
Underwood has really just a perfect knowledge about this area and the experiments were great!”