PHD Robotics

Course overview

The PhD in Robotics is a specialised research programme where students will undertake supervised study at the Centre for Automation and Robotics Research (CARR). Students will focus on a specific area of robotics, such as computational intelligence or human-robot interaction. The course will help students gain advanced skills and credentials in this important field.

The programme is primarily an independent study course, supported by a supervisory team of experts. It includes mandatory training in research and ethics. Students also have the option for further training in teaching and various software, such as Linux and ROS. Students will have opportunities to present their work and network with other researchers.

Entry requirements

Candidates will need to submit a completed postgraduate application form, including a research proposal of about 1500 words. They are advised to contact the relevant staff to make sure their proposal aligns with the university's research themes before they apply.

Grade Requirements:

Applicants should have an undergraduate degree, with a grade of 2:1 or above, and/or a relevant master's qualification.

English Proficiency:

If the candidates are from a country where English is not the main language, they must provide proof of their English language ability.
An overall IELTS score of 6.5 or above, with at least 6.0 in each component or an accepted equivalent. Please note that your test score must be current, i.e. within the last two years.

Scholarships

Chevening Scholarships
Payment of tuition fees.
Inclusive Leadership and Sustainable Growth Executive MBA Scholarship
Up to ten scholarships are available, each offering a £5,000 tuition fee discount.
Up to £5,000
Joyce Spurr Art Travel Fund
Successful applicants will be awarded between £50 and £250.
Up to £50
Online Masters Scholarship
A 10% discount on all our online masters courses.
Up to 10% of fees
Performance Athlete Support Programme
Successful applicants will receive support from our multi-disciplinary team of sport practitioners, free Team Hallam Ultimate Membership, and access to our facilities. Some students may also receive a bursary and support.
Postgraduate Research Scholarship
A 10% discount on postgraduate research courses is available if you have graduated with a full degree from Sheffield Hallam.
Up to 10% of fees
Postgraduate Study Discounts
£2,000 discount on full-time postgraduate course fees for home and international students starting in 2026/27.
Up to £2,000
Postgraduate Taught Scholarship
£1,000 Postgraduate Taught
Up to £1,000
Transform Together Scholarships
A half fee waiver (50% discount) is available for undergraduate and postgraduate taught courses for the first year of study.
Up to 50% of fees
Vice-Chancellor's Award
South Asia - £2,000; Nigeria - £3,000; South East Asia - £3,000; Ghana- £3,000

Career opportunities

Graduates from this programme are prepared for careers in numerous fields, including:

Software and robotics development
Computational intelligence and research
Manufacturing and automation
Logistics and supply chain management
Human-robot interaction

Cost of study

For full-time international and EU postgraduate research students, the tuition fee for this programme is £17,725 per year.

Admission

Candidates can apply for this course using the university's online application form. We strongly suggest and advise contacting our experienced counsellors at AHZ for guidance.

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