Explore Opportunities You could have after MS in Electrical Engineering

In Pakistan, career guidance has long been an issue. Every year, we witness students enrolling in courses about which they have little (or no) prior knowledge. When these same pupils realize they are not interested in the coursework, issues start to occur.  This results in low morale and subpar academic achievement, all of which might have been avoided with appropriate direction from the start. We are listing down the opportunities you can avail of after completing an MS in Electrical Engineering from CUST. This article is specifically intended to fill the gap caused by a lack of career guidance and assist you in selecting the profession that best suits you. 

What Specialisations are available in MS Electrical Engineering at CUST?  

Electrical and Electronics Engineering’s practical applications are emphasized in the MS programme. Graduates of the programme have the chance to develop their specific talents. Successful graduates can pursue professions in R&D, business, academia, the defence industry, and other fields.  MS in Electrical Engineering at CUST provides MS level specialisations in the following disciplines:  

• Control Systems,  
• Signal Processing,  
• Microelectronics & Microwave,  
• Telecommunication.  
• Power System  

What are the core subjects of the MS Electrical Engineering degree programme?  

30 credit hours are a must for the successful completion of MS Electrical Engineering from CUST. The program, curriculum, and other requirements are in accordance with HEC (Higher Education Commission) program guidelines. The specializations include the following subjects in the degree of MS in electrical engineering.  

Control Systems have subjects like   

• Linear System Theory  
• Non-Linear Control Programs  
• Control System Designs  
• Robotics and Control  
• Process Controls  
• Neuro and Fuzzy Control Systems  
• Automatic Control System  
• Flight Control Systems  

Signal Processing specialization has the following subjects  

• Advanced digital signal processing  
• Advanced digital image processing  
• Adaptive Signal processing  
• Radar Signal Processing  
• Computer Vision  
• Pattern Recognition  
• Machine Learning  
• Filter Banks and Wavelet Theory  
• Medical Image Processing  
• Neural Networks and Deep Learning   
• Video Encoding and Processing  

Telecommunications Specialisation Subjects have the Subjects  

• Digital Communication  
• Information and Coding Theory  
• Advanced Computer Networks  
• Cellular and Mobile Communications  
• Cognitive Radio Communication  
• Multimedia Services over IP   
• Network Security  
• Network Programming  
• Network Architect Designs  
• Advanced Cryptography  

Complete details of the curriculum and subjects are available here.  

What Skills do I gain from studying MS Electrical Engineering?  

The highly demanded skills that electrical engineers learn in MS Electrical Engineering are as follows.  

• Circuit layout  
• Apply the theory and analysis of linear systems.  
• the creation of electrical diagrams  
• gathering and analysing data  
• Create and run computer systems  
• Create operational strategies  
• upkeep of electronic equipment  
• Direct construction work and equipment maintenance  

However, the further learned skills gradually develop over time in students are following.  

• Project Management  
• MATLAB  
• Engineering Design  
• Auto DESK Auto CAD  
• C and C++  
• Test Engineering  

Some of the skills are prerequisites for computer engineers.  

Scope in the job market  

When we talk about a flexible job market, we are talking about how easy it is to begin working in a different profession after receiving your degree. Graduates of MS in Electrical Engineering can begin their careers in a variety of industries. Graduates of EE programmes can be found working as software developers, data scientists, management staff, human resources analysts, and many other positions. While pursuing your four-year degree, you may need to pick up different talents for some of these occupations, such as learning complex programming languages or honing soft skills that will make you stand out for managerial positions.  

According to Glassdoor research, the pay of an electrical engineering graduate ranges somewhere between 68k to 218k per month. However, the type of job and organization, with other multiple factors, affects the compensation.  

From PayScale resources, the following information is viable after MS Electrical Engineering.  

To give you a sense of the range, it starts at around 15k PKR and goes all the way to (and in some cases even above) 100k PKR. Below is a more comprehensive overview.  

• Research/Lab Assistants: 15k–25k PKR (depending on the university  
• Technical Position in a Small or New Company: 30k–40k PKR  
• Technical/Management Positions at a Reputable Company: 60-80k PKR  
• Technical/Management Positions in Global Companies: 100,000 Pakistani Rupees  

Further Education Opportunities After MS Electrical Engineering  

MS in Electrical Engineering is a two-year program that pre-requisites for four years of BS Electrical Engineering education. There are massive opportunities to ace the discipline with PhD degree for degree pursuance in future. The PhD Options are viably open on national and international levels and institutions.  

How to get to the Best University for MS in Electrical Engineering  

Numerous highly qualified and well-known universities in Pakistan offer MS in Electrical Engineering. However, in Islamabad, the Capital University of Science and Technology CUST is the best option because it is a well-reputed educational group initiative. In addition, in the capital of the country, the private sector university is earning a massive share of career-oriented professional students. You can check out the website for more information on spring admissions 2024. Other disciplines are also available in the university for educational purposes. Furthermore, you can get admission to MS Electrical Engineering for the evening session.