UH's telecommunications program was developed in conjunction with Houston companies having a strong interest in telecommunications. The goal of the program is to prepare its graduates for professional careers in this exciting and exponentially growing field. It was developed through consultation with a 30-member industrial advisory board, and continues to benefit from the encouragement, financial support and other assistance from that group.
Telecommunications is one of the hot areas for job opportunities today.
The rate of expansion of the telecommunications industry is variously estimated as in the range of 15 to 30 percent annually. Employers are actively seeking engineers with training or experience in this field. Non-thesis degree plan enabling relatively rapid completion of requirements. A solid base of required coursework plus opportunities to develop both depth and breadth, through specialization in areas such as wireless, computer engineering, software and DSP, RF and microwave engineering. Scholarships which entitle students to waiver of nonresident tuition and fees.