University of Lincoln

MSc Robotics and Autonomous Systems

University of Lincoln

Course overview

The MSc Robotics and Autonomous Systems programme at the University of Lincoln is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to develop innovative solutions required by the global robotics and AI industry. Throughout the one-year master's programme, students will gain expertise in mechatronics and programming for robot control and AI automation, including modern deep learning language modules.

The MSc Robotics and Autonomous Systems programme aims to prepare students to work in research and development roles, such as in industrial robotics and AI companies and academic PhD study. The degree is an extension master's for students who have already completed a computer science or similar technology-based degree and wish to expand that knowledge with a specialist focus on robotics and AI through laboratory workshops, lectures, debates, and independent research.

Entry requirements

To apply for this programme, candidates will need to submit a personal statement explaining the reason for their interest in the course. They will also need to submit relevant academic and professional qualifications alongside their application. 

Grade Requirements:

  • Acceptable forms of evidence of this skill to include in their application include, but are not limited to, an academic degree transcript showing 2:1 level scores in two or more programming classes and a copy of a university, employment, or hobby project report detailing programming work or a link to a source code site such as GitLab or GitHub containing samples of their code

English Proficiency 

  • International students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. Alternative qualifications such as PTE and TOEFL are accepted.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Global Leaders Scholarship

    The scholarship is available to international students and is valued at 50% of tuition fees for one year of study.

    Up to 50% of fees
  • Global Postgraduate Scholarship

    The Global Postgraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount in the first year of their studies.

    Up to £2,000
  • International Alumni Scholarship

    The International Alumni Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for the first year of a postgraduate taught or postgraduate research programme.

    Up to £2,000
  • International Undergraduate Scholarship

    The International Undergraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for each year of their undergraduate programme at the University of Lincoln.

    Up to £2,000
  • Lincoln Alumni MSc School of Health and Social Care Scholarship

    £1000 will be paid directly to the student for each year of study for each completed academic year of study, with part-time students eligible for a pro-rata payment.

    Up to £1,000
  • Partner Scholarship

    If you’re eligible to receive the Partner Scholarship, you may also be eligible to receive a tuition fee discount of £1,000 through our Early Payment Discount.

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the MSc Robotics and Autonomous Systems programme from the University of Lincoln can pursue various career roles, including:

  • Robotics Engineer

  • Machine Learning Engineer

  • Control Systems Engineer 

  • Software Engineer 

  • Mechatronics Engineer

  • Automation Specialist 

Cost of study

For international students enrolling in the MSc Robotics and Autonomous Systems programme at the University of Lincoln, the tuition fee for the academic session is £18,800. Fees are subject to annual change.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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