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MSc - Master of Science
University of Sheffield
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
University of Sheffield
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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Course description
As the need and scope for robots, smart machines and real-time systems in society grows, so does the market for those trained in autonomous and intelligent systems.
The course covers all major aspects of these control and systems engineering with an emphasis on system autonomy and intelligence.
As you progress, you’ll develop an extensive understanding of artificial intelligence, machine learning, autonomous agents, real-time intelligent systems and intelligent control theory.
You’ll get hands-on experience working with various types of data, hardware and software and you’ll have the opportunity to build a system from scratch using the specialist labs in the University. You’ll be able to take optional modules, including a choice to work with companies to work on real opportunities and problems experienced by industry.
You will also work on a research-level dissertation project of your own where you’ll be able to pick an area you are passionate about and develop a solution to a real world problem in the area.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Engineering Council UK, Institution of Engineering and Technology and the Institute of Measurement and Control.
Your career
Our courses are informed by our strong links with industry and our research. Graduates of this course go on to work as software engineers, developers, AI researchers or data scientists.
Some graduates choose to work in research or follow up their studies with a research degree.
Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in an engineering or mathematics subject. We may also consider science subjects with a significant amount of programming modules. We may also consider your application if you have a considerable level of relevant professional experience in the Engineering Industry.
Students living in
Domestic
£13,000 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£29,700 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£29,700 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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