I chose this course because I wanted to further my knowledge of networking systems, particularly in optical and radio communications. I¡¯m taking the course full time while working as a system engineer, and it has greatly helped in my understanding of wireless systems. 

So far, the choice of subject for the FNT major has met my expectations. The modules are closely linked so the objective of the major is being met while the content is still different enough to expand across the industry. The remote studying option is the best part about this course as it allows people in my situation to keep working in their field while expanding their knowledge and obtaining their master¡¯s degree. 

My favourite module is the Real Time Digital Signal Processing; this one has had the most impact on my career so far and has given a very good baseline to how DSP's work. The lecturer includes follow-on information in each lecture that allows you to explore the topics in a more in depth way. The course has greatly helped my day-to-day working life. As a system engineer in a space electronics company, I struggled initially with many of the problems associated with signals and electronics, but the FNT major has allowed me to be more comfortable with my work so now I can progress quickly with projects.

My advice to anyone considering this course is if you are thinking of choosing the general master's degree option instead of a major, read the module descriptions carefully as there is so much choice and there will be the perfect set of modules for you. Although there are set modules to take if you choose a major for this masters, there is also some flexibility in the optional modules which allows each major to be tailored to your specific needs. 

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