MSc Robotics at University of Sheffield

Programme overview

A one-year masters in robotics and autonomous systems covering machine and artificial intelligence, robotic sensing and perception, control and planning, and robotic devices. It is accredited by the IET for Further Learning towards Chartered Engineer registration.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering | Department: School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering | Duration: 1 year full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Mechatronics for Robotics, Machine Vision, Mobile Robotics and Autonomous Systems, Multisensor and Decision Systems and Systems and Control, plus an Individual Research Project and optional modules such as industry-linked or machine learning options.

Career pathways

Graduates work as software engineers, developers, programmers and project engineers at companies including Intel, HP, BYD, Huawei, Mathworks and TikTok, and in industrial automation, aerospace, automotive and energy; some pursue research degrees.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in Engineering, Mathematics or Physics (other related subjects may be considered), with at least one module in Computing/Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or Programming. International applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component, or University equivalent. No references or referee details and no supporting statement are required.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,345 a year (2027/28). Home fee, per year Source

International applicants: GBP 34,550 a year (2027/28). Overseas fee, per year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

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