Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV)
Master's Degree in Wireless Communications
Hangzhou, China
Master degree
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English, Spanish
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2027
TUITION FEES
EUR 4,290 *
STUDY FORMAT
* for all EU, national, foreign, and international students: 4290,6 €
Key Summary
About: The Master's in Wireless Communications covers information theory, digital signal processing, optimization and applied areas such as 5G/6G mobile networks, radar, antennas and microwave technologies. You’ll study ethics, scientific writing and AI for mobile networks. The programme uses project-based learning, labs and co-supervision with Universitat Politècnica de València and Beihang University and develops skills in innovation and sustainability.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can work as a Wireless Communications Specialist, Communication Systems Analyst, Radar and Communication Application Developer, Researcher, Communications Project Manager or in related roles such as RF engineer, network architect and AI/ML engineer in telecom, aerospace and R&D labs.
The Master’s in Wireless Communications offers advanced training in the fundamentals, technologies and applications of wireless communications. The curriculum integrates essential subjects such as information theory, digital signal processing, optimisation, matrix theory and optical communication fundamentals, together with applied subjects such as next-generation mobile networks, wireless network planning, aerospace communication systems, advanced radar applications and applied antenna and microwave technologies.
The programme also incorporates cross-cutting courses in engineering ethics and scientific writing, as well as training in artificial intelligence applied to mobile networks, preparing students to face the challenges of the evolution towards 5G, 6G and beyond.
The degree combines theoretical and practical teaching with a project-based methodology and laboratory practicals in a co-supervision model with teaching staff from the Universitat Politècnica de València and Beihang University. In addition to technical learning, the master’s program promotes competencies in innovation, sustainability, leadership and intercultural communication, reinforced by the participation of industry experts and international collaboration.
As a result, graduates will be equipped to design, implement and manage advanced communication systems, lead research and technological innovation projects and contribute to the sustainable development of the telecommunications sector in a highly competitive global environment.
Module 1: Compulsory (minimum credits: 22)
Subject: Mathematical tools
- Intelligent optimization
- Matrix theory and applications
- Modern signal-processing technology
Subject: Wireless technology
- Applications in mobile communication systems
- Array antenna technology
- Next-generation mobile communication networks
- Radio channel modelling
Module 2: Complementary training (minimum credits: 26)
Subject: Complementary training I
- Advanced radar applications
- Aerospace communication systems
- Ai for mobile communication networks
- Photonic technologies in wireless networks
- Practice lecture course
- Rf engineering
- Wireless network planning
Subject: Complementary training II
- Elementary chinese / elementary spanish
- Engineering ethics
- Scientific writing and presentation
Module 3: Master's thesis (minimum credits: 12)
Subject: Master's thesis
- Master's thesis
Fundamental
- Integrate and autonomously apply the knowledge, techniques and skills acquired in the master's degree to prepare an original research work or an advanced project in the field of wireless communication, presenting and defending it publicly before a university tribunal with technical rigour, methodological solvency and critical capacity.
- Explain the mathematical foundations of matrices, optimization, and processing integrating theoretical concepts to characterize models and algorithms used in the analysis of advanced wireless systems and networks.
- Conceptually analyze matrix techniques, intelligent optimization methods and signal transformations, interpreting their joint role in modeling and Solving complex problems in wireless communications.
- Apply matrix methods and optimization algorithms to model and solve problems in wireless systems, using processing techniques digital skills suitable in engineering scenarios.
- Implement advanced matrix calculus, evolutionary optimization, and signal processing to simulate wireless network behaviors, verifying their performance under changing conditions.
- Explain radio channel principles, beamforming techniques, and architectures of 5G networks, interpreting their impact on the behavior of wireless systems advanced in different scenarios.
- Conceptually analyze channel models, antenna array theory, and 5G/6G technologies, characterizing their joint impact on the spread, capacity and performance of current and emerging wireless networks.
- Apply channel models and beamforming techniques to simulate and optimize wireless links, integrating antenna parameters, radio conditions and next-generation mobile network requirements.
- Implement state-of-the-art 5G and Wi-Fi system design and evaluation methodologies generation, integrating radio modeling, beam synthesis and performance analysis in real and vertical industrial applications.
The Master’s in Wireless Communications is designed to train highly qualified professionals who meet the demands of the communications and information technology sector. The following are the graduate professional profiles, aligned with the competences demanded by industry:
These profiles have been defined according to the needs of the sector, ensuring that the training provided by the Master’s in Wireless Communications is relevant and of high quality.
- Wireless Communications Specialist: This profile specialises in the design, implementation and management of wireless communication systems. Graduates will be equipped to work on the development of next-generation mobile networks, ensuring efficiency and security in data transmission.
- Communication Systems Analyst: Graduates will be able to work as experts in the evaluation and optimisation of communication systems. Their training will enable them to tackle complex challenges related to connectivity and network performance, contributing to the continuous improvement of services.
- Radar and Communication Application Developer: This profile focuses on the creation and improvement of advanced applications in the field of radar and communication. Graduates will be prepared to innovate in the development of technologies that integrate signal processing and artificial intelligence algorithms.
- Technological Innovation Consultant: With a focus on strategic consultancy, graduates will be able to work on the planning and execution of projects related to the implementation of new technologies in the telecommunications sector, facilitating the adoption of innovative solutions.
- Researcher: This profile is oriented towards the research and development of new technologies in the field of telecommunications. Graduates will be able to contribute to the generation of knowledge and innovation, participating in research projects in both academia and industry.
- Communications Project Manager: Graduates will be equipped to lead teams and projects in the field of telecommunications, applying project management methodologies that ensure the delivery of effective and sustainable solutions in a global environment.
Mainly aimed at
The Master’s is aimed at graduates in Telecommunication Technologies Engineering or an equivalent degree. Graduates from other official degrees in the areas of computer science, electronics or physics may also be admitted.
- Graduates in Telecommunication Technologies Engineering or an equivalent degree.
- Graduates from other official degrees in the area of computer science.
- Graduates from other official degrees in the area of electronics.
- Graduates from other official degrees in the area of physics.