MSc Optical Engineering at University of Southampton

This optical engineering course covers the fundamental concepts of modern optical and photonic engineering. It is based at the (ORC), which specialises in lasers, optical fibres, optical waveguides, and their applications in real world engineering.

Faculty: Engineering and Physical Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Your studies will run for a full 12 months, from September to the following September. The first 8 months cover taught modules and the completion of your coursework and examinations. For the final part of your studies you'll work on a research project, which will result in your dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including information and communication, manufacturing, education, public administration and defence, scientific and technical, administration and support. Careers directly related to the course include optical engineer, optical design engineer, photonics development engineer, laboratory manager, clinical scientist, optical communications engineer.

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