Robotics is a multi-disciplinary subject which will have a profound impact on society over the next 50 years. It has already revolutionised the manufacturing industry and it has the potential to have similar impacts in areas such as green energy, social care, transport and logistics and the exploration of hostile environments both terrestrial and extra-terrestrial.

This course will provide students with an encompassing education in robotics and autonomous systems by incorporating the mechatronic aspects (mechanical and electronic) with computer science. The course is underpinned by world-leading facilities and researchers and emphasises students gaining practical robotic experience using state-of-the-art cyber-physical systems to help address real-world challenges.

The field of robotics is currently one of the most rapidly developing technologies that offers exciting and ample career paths for suitably qualified engineers and scientists. In recent years The University of Manchester has established itself as one of the leading UK and international institutions in the field of robotics, both in terms of fundamental research (such as cognitive robotics, AI, sensors) and also applications (such as nuclear, offshore wind, health and social care), including a significant and wide-ranging portfolio of industrial collaborations.

The MSc Robotics course will offer a truly interdisciplinary course at The University of Manchester. There are four strategic themes that will be followed in this course including:

a) mechatronics and control; verification, security and trust in autonomous systems;
b) human-robot interaction and cognitive robotics;
c) artificial intelligence, machine learning and data science;
d) ethics and human-centred robotics issues.

This course offers a unique opportunity to blend fundamental aspects with robot system design and integration. The course will be a practically-oriented course with an emphasis on real-world applications of robotics in various real-life scenarios.

Aims

Provide an advanced education in robotic systems engineering.
Give students the education, knowledge, and theoretical as well as practical skills they need to make sound decisions in the rapidly changing robotics industry.
Provide a sound understanding of the principles, design techniques, and applications of robotic systems.
Enable students to appreciate the broad knowledge of the issues and problems faced by robotic systems engineers.
Enhance students' ability to engage in independent project work both in software and hardware.

Career opportunities

In regards to the extended research programme:

Prior to your summer break, a preliminary study and outline of your?MSc dissertation project is completed, which is fully developed throughout the second year of your course. The year-long enhanced individual research provides great opportunities to develop advanced research skills and to explore in depth some of the topics discussed during the course. This includes training in research methods, and advanced simulation and experimental techniques in robotics, as well as academic publications.

Our graduates have been prepared for opportunities in firms such as:

Dyson
Airbus
Ocado
Saab
GE Aviation
Atkins
Labman Automation
Street Drone
Createc
Jacobs
Sellafield
National Nuclear Laboratory
Ross Robotics
Oxbotica

Therefore, a Robotics degree from The University of Manchester will open a world of opportunity, and the skills you develop will be sought across a wide range of industries