Master of Science in Telecommunications

Institut national de la recherche scientifique

CanadaTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

Why students choose Institut national de la recherche scientifique

Over 60% of students are international from around 50 countries.
Strong global research partnerships with over 100 international agreements.
Access to world-class research facilities in Montreal, Quebec City, Laval, and Varennes.
Free French language courses available for international students.
Opportunities to participate in international summer schools and workshops.

About Master of Science in Telecommunications

Tuition is The tuition amount varies by country of origin and programme. For admission purposes, the tuition fee depends on the student's country of origin and the programme selected..

The Master of Science in Telecommunications qualifies graduates to pursue research and professional roles in telecommunications. Students specialize in areas such as wireless communications, optical communications, and signal processing. The programme emphasizes research and practical application in telecommunications systems. Graduates develop expertise in mathematics, electrical engineering, and computer science for industry and academic work.

Focus areas include Wireless Communications, Optical Communications, Signal Processing, Network Protocols, Radio Frequency Techniques, Fiber-Wireless Networks.

45 credits, with thesis, offered full-time and part-time.

Graduates enter careers in telecommunications companies, government agencies, educational institutions, and telecommunications research centers.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, physics, or related field. Minimum GPA of 3.2 on a 4.3 scale. Acceptance from a research supervisor required. Proof of English proficiency may be required.

On-campus, full-time or part-time, duration not specified.

About Institut national de la recherche scientifique

The Institut national de la recherche scientifique is a research-focused university with campuses in Montreal, Quebec City, Laval, and Varennes. Its facilities include specialized laboratories for advanced scientific work, such as femtosecond lasers and environmental hydraulics. The campus environment emphasizes close collaboration between students and faculty within interdisciplinary research teams.