About this programme
Master of Science in Communication Technologies and System Design is a Master's Degree programme at Technical University of Denmark in Lyngby, taught in English. The register gives Lyngby as the campus town. It lists the degree as Master of Science (MSc). Technical University of Denmark is a research university in Capital Region.
How it compares
Master of Science in Communication Technologies and System Design is one of 12 English-taught Industrial Design programmes at Master's Degree level in the register, offered by 5 institutions. 10 of them list an annual fee for students from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland, from EUR 6,700 to EUR 9,000. 10 are recorded as free for EU, EEA and Swiss students.
What you will study
The MSc in Communication Technologies and System Design at DTU is about how digital communication systems fit together. You look at components, networks, software and services, and how they combine into complete systems. The programme takes a systems perspective, so you learn to see how the parts interact and how to use that to solve technical challenges.
What you study
You build knowledge across several engineering disciplines. The programme lets you explore areas such as fibre-optic communication, mobile and wireless networks, the Internet of Things, machine learning and cybersecurity. You also develop competences to understand how technical solutions interact with user needs and organisational contexts. The specialisations are:
- High-speed Communication: optical components, high-speed transmission and fibre-based networks.
- Signal Processing, Coding and Visual Communication: data compression, video coding, advanced signal processing and machine learning.
- Mobile/Wireless Communication and Internet of Things: design and implementation of communication networks, including 5G and beyond, IoT, communication protocols and network security.
- Cloud and Cybersecurity: cloud, edge and programmable networks, and how to protect these environments against cyber threats.
- Communication hardware design and programming: embedded programming, digital system design, FPGA technology and communication protocols.
How the programme is organised
Teaching combines individual study and collaborative project work. You apply your knowledge to technical challenges and create solutions that integrate different technologies into complete communication systems. The programme also offers an Industry Master of Science option, which lets you combine work and study. In an industry master's programme, you apply your academic knowledge in a real-world setting.
Who it suits
This programme suits you if you want to understand the whole picture of digital communication, from components and software to networks and services. You should be comfortable with engineering disciplines and enjoy both independent study and team projects. If you like the idea of working with secure and reliable communication systems that connect people and devices, this could be a good fit.
Admission, language and next steps
The programme is taught in English. Admission requirements and selection criteria are set by DTU; check the prerequisites page for details. Applications for master's programmes go directly to DTU. Students from the EU/EEA and Switzerland study free of charge; other students pay a fee set by the institution. To learn more, visit the programme page and the application procedure pages.
Job opportunities after graduating
- Network operator, working on reliable communication networks
- Supplier of hardware and high-performance network solutions
- Technology consultancy, turning technical possibilities into effective solutions
- Government, providing communication solutions for mission-critical systems
- Specialist roles in communication technologies
- Technology development
- Consultancy
- Project leadership
- Research (PhD)
Before you apply
Master’s applications go straight to Technical University of Denmark, not through optagelse.dk, and the institution sets its own deadline. Entry requirements and language tests are set by the institution, so start from the official programme page. Our guides cover tuition fees, residence permits and housing.
Facts on this page come from the Study in Denmark register, the official portal of the Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science. Fees are in euros as the institution lists them. "Not recorded" means the register has no figure, not that the programme is free. Always confirm requirements, fees and deadlines with the institution.
Quick answers
Is Master of Science in Communication Technologies and System Design taught in English?
Yes. The Study in Denmark register lists it as an English-taught programme at Technical University of Denmark. Only English-taught degree programmes are in the register.
Where is it taught?
The register lists Lyngby as the campus town for this programme at Technical University of Denmark.
How do I apply?
Master’s applications go straight to the institution, not through optagelse.dk. Technical University of Denmark sets its own deadline.
What does it cost?
The register records no annual fee for students from outside the EU, the EEA and Switzerland, so ask Technical University of Denmark what applies to you. The fee for EU, EEA and Swiss students is not recorded for this programme, so do not assume it is free; check with Technical University of Denmark. Fees are in euros as the institution lists them.
Is this programme officially listed?
It comes from the Study in Denmark register, the official portal of the Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science at studyindenmark.dk. The programme page at Technical University of Denmark is linked from this page so you can compare.
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