Rochester Institute of Technology offers a Master of Science degree in telecommunications engineering technology. Both technical and nontechnical skills are taught, along with general education requirements. Courses include telecommunications concepts, telecommunications network protocols and telecommunications project management. Every student must complete a capstone thesis before graduation. Applicants must have a baccalaureate degree in a related field and an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0. Specializations are offered in network design, fiber optic telecommunications and wireless communications.
Rochester Institute of Technology
58 Lomb Memorial Dr.
Rochester, NY 14623
866-260-3950
rit.edu
Drexel University's electrical and computer engineering program offers a master's degree in telecommunications engineering. The two-year program requires students to either complete a project related to telecommunications or perform a six-month internship. Courses include wireless systems, probability and random variables, detection and estimation theory, and fundamentals of communication engineering. Part-time students may complete the program in three years.
Drexel University
3141 Chestnut St.
Philadelphia, PA 19104
215-895-2241
drexel.edu
Both undergraduate and graduate degrees in telecommunications engineering are available at The University of Texas at Dallas. The undergraduate program includes courses like digital communications, signs and systems, and operating systems concepts. A strong background in math and science is necessary. The graduate program leads to a master's degree or a Ph.D. Graduate school applicants must have an undergraduate degree in a related field and submit an essay about personal and professional goals.
The University of Texas at Dallas
800 West Campbell Rd.
Richardson, TX 75080
972-883-2111
utdallas.edu