TiO2 films were deposited on ST-cut quartz by radio frequency magnetron sputtering. The crystalline structure, surface morphology and luminescent characteristics of films were examined by X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, and photoluminescence spectrometer. The dense and uniform TiO2 thin film was applied to the surface acoustic wave device. The electromechanical coupling coefficient, temperature coefficient of frequency and liquid sensitivity of TiO2 / quartz surface acoustic wave device were investigated. This study also investigated the effect of the interaction between the resistance and the ultraviolet light in the TiO2 thin film on different sputtering parameters.