Communication technologies

Communication is no longer just between humans face-to-face or at a distance, but is increasingly between devices and systems, delivering new interactive applications and services.

Our research addresses the complementary areas of communication systems, wireless transmission, acoustic and audio signal processing and applied electromagnetics and devices.

Our work is underpinned by world-class facilities including:

a radio communications lab, with software radio devices and anechoic chamber
an electromagnetics lab with reverberation chamber
a full six-sided acoustically anechoic chamber
an interactive multi-channel loudspeaker listening room
a standards-compliant listening space
three professional recording studios

Application areas

Immersive and interactive technologies

Electromagnetic compatibility

Communications for challenging environments

Ultra-high capacity density systems

High altitude platforms

Underwater networks

Research capabilities

Communication systems and protocols

We investigate a range of communications networks, particularly those used in challenging environments.

Signals and waveforms

We're developing new waveforms, transmission techniques and processing algorithms to meet the requirements of new generations of communication networks.

Applied electromagnetics and devices

This research focuses on hardware and associated physics, especially as they relate to applied electromagnetics and microwave and optical devices.

Audio and acoustics

Our research in this area deals with signal processing applied to both audio applications and acoustic systems.

Research degrees

Push the boundaries of knowledge in our supportive and stimulating environment.

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Masters degrees

We offer MSc programmes in Communications Engineering and Audio and Music Technology.

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Research collaboration

We engage in collaborative research and development, allowing your business to access our expertise and facilities.

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