We are living in an increasingly networked society. The emergence of new applications such as augmented, virtual and extended reality, and the Internet of Things, are set to revolutionise the coming decades. The exponential growth in the capability of artificial intelligence and machine learning, and the proliferation of wireless communication devices, require skilled engineers to drive technological development and inspire new inventions. This programme provides tools to develop these new technologies. It is highly competitive – you must possess advanced skills in mathematics, programming, and a dedication to your education.
Complex networks and signal analysis
Mandatory courses include machine learning, complex networks and big data, multidimensional signal analysis, information and communications engineering, as well as distributed information processing and learning.
From the second semester you follow one of these specialisations:
- Images and Vision: Courses mainly on image processing and computer vision.
- Data Science: Advanced information processing and machine-learning knowledge for the analysis of and inference from big data.
- Connectivity: Wireless systems and their fundamentals, with a range of courses on communications and information storage, compression, and transmission.
Compulsory project course and lab sessions
Teaching consists of lecture-based instruction and tutorials. Most courses include computer project lab sessions. The third semester has a compulsory project course during which you learn about project management, apply your knowledge to solve a larger problem, and work in teams with other students. The final semester is devoted to your thesis, which may be carried out either in collaboration with a tech company or as an internal project with the University. Ericsson, Saab, Sectra, and Qualcomm are among the major tech companies with a presence in Linköping.
Excellent research opportunities
Linköping University has world-class research in computer vision, data science, and the development of 6G – the next-generation cellular network technology. As a student, you will be fully immersed in this environment. We can help put you in touch with groups and companies in these fields.
Work as an engineer or continue with research
The programme prepares you for a career as engineer in industry. If you are interested in research, you will also be qualified for postgraduate studies towards a PhD degree.
