The Master of Science in Electronic Systems Design is a two-year full-time programme of study (120 ECTS). Each study year is divided in two semesters.

There are seven programme options in the Master's Programme:

• Acoustics
• Analog Circuit Design and radio Systems
• Design of Digital Circuits
• Embedded Systems
• Nano Electronics and Photonics
• Signal Processing and Communications
• Smart Sensor Systems

Validity of information

The tables below are valid for the academic year 2018/2019. There might be changes for subsequent years.

Acoustics

This specialization provides knowledge about sound in air, water and building materials, as well as acoustic measurement techniques and signal processing. It also teaches about hearing sound perception. Applications are found in; environmental acoustics and noise, indoor and building acoustics, underwater communications, acoustic remote sensing and music and audiology.

Analog Circuit Design and Radio Systems

This specialization trains the student in methods and technology for the design and simulation of analog, mixed and RF integrated circuits with emphasis on low-power consumption. Examples are; D/A and A/D converters, ASIC for MEMS, RF and CMOS. It provides an overview of components that are part of radio systems. Applications can be found in analysis, construction, and fabrication technologies of microwave and high-speed components, antennas and MMIC circuits and RF instrumentation and measurement techniques.

Design of Digital Circuits

This specialization is focused on design of integrated circuits, on-chip circuits, programmable logic, micro-controllers and microprocessors. It teaches how to use software for design of circuits and systems, simulations, verification, testing and optimization with regard to power consumption and space. Applications can be found in environmental sensor systems, medical equipment, video, audio and mobile units.

Embedded Systems

This specialization teaches how to specify and design digital systems using integrating processors. An important aspect is how to distribute the design on hardware, software and operating systems, and to master high-level computer languages for development and programming of digital systems. Examples of applications are; energy demanding and fast computer systems, adaptive pressure sensors, wireless communications, and medical sensors. This specialization is in collaboration with the department of computer science (IDI).

Nano Electronics and Photonics

This specialization teaches the underlying ideas of how electronic components are fabricated and how they work on a quantum level. It also describes how electromagnetic radiation can be used for characterization of components and for medical imaging. Applications are found in the R&D of novel electric and magnetic components for information storage, improved speed and low-power consumption, and new methods for medical characterization of tissue.

Signal Processing and Communications

This specialization provides knowledge in digital signal processing, communications and information theory and their applications within broadband communications, multimedia technology, sensor networks, the internet of things and medical image processing. It teaches about systems for wireless communications, design of automatic medical systems, space and navigational systems. Applications can be found in surveillance systems covering everything from medical patients to the environment and natural resources. Other examples are systems for disabled, and intelligent systems for energy surveillance (smart grids).

Smart Sensor Systems

This specialization focuses on practical design of smart sensor systems. You will learn: to design and build prototypes by working on a specialized project every semester; to apply design thinking principles in development; to understand economical potential and challenges of your design; specialized knowledge necessary for your project by choosing from every course at NTNU, how to plan and perform development projects. You will get the possibility to work continuously on your project for two years and acquire experience necessary to succeed after study time.

(O) – Compulsory course; (VA) – Elective course - Coordinated in teaching and examination schedules; (V) - Elective course (you can choose from every NTNU course); (M1A) – At least one course from group A