Integrated Photonic and Electronic Systems MRes

The programme offers a wide range of specialised modules, including electronics and biotechnology. Students gain a foundation training in the scientific basis of photonics and systems, and develop a good understanding of the industry. They are able to design an individual bespoke programme to reflect their prior experience and future interests.

Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits.

Students take two compulsory research projects (90 credits), one transferable skills module (15 credits), three optional modules (45 credits) and two elective modules (30 credits).

• Project Report 1 at either UCL or Cambridge
• Project Report 2 at either UCL, Cambridge or in industry
• Transferable Business Skills

Students choose three optional modules from the following:

• Biosensors
• Advanced Photonic Devices
• Photonic Systems
• Broadband Technologies and Components
• Management of Technology
• Strategic Management
• Telecommunication Business Environment

Students choose a further two elective modules from the list below:

• Electronic Sensors and Instrumentation
• Display Technology
• Analogue Integrated Circuits
• Robust and Nonlinear Systems and Control
• Digital Filters and Spectrum Estimation
• Image Processing and Image Coding
• Computer Vision and Robotics
• Materials and Processes for Microsystems
• Building an Internet Router
• Network Architecture
• Sensors for Network Services and Design
• Optical Transmission and Networks
• Nanotechnology and Healthcare
• RF Circuits and Sub-systems
• Physics and Optics of Nano-Structure
• Broadband Communications Lab
• Analogue CMOS IC Design Applications
• Embedded systems for the Internet of Things
• Flexible Electronics

All students undertake two research projects. An independent research project (45 credits) and an industry-focused project (45 credits).

The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials, projects, seminars, and laboratory work. Student performance is assessed through unseen written examination and coursework (written assignments and design work).