University of Essex

MSc Intelligent Systems and Robotics

University of EssexColchester Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

The MSc Intelligent Systems and Robotics at the University of Essex is a one-year postgraduate programme that focuses on the development of Intelligent Systems and Robotics for autonomous systems.

The programme is professionally recognised and accredited by the BCS and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), contributing towards Chartered Engineer status. It also covers areas such as Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Programming Embedded Systems, and Artificial Intelligence to produce solutions for real-world hardware.

During this course, students will learn through research and teachings supported by standard computer facilities and specialist laboratories open throughout the week. Assessment involves a Group Project, an individual MSc Project and a Dissertation, to test students' knowledge and project management skills. 

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum component score of 5.5

Scholarships

  • Alumni Loyalty Discount

    First Class or Distinction, 2.1 or Merit, 2.2 or successful completion of a Masters, Graduate or PG Diploma - 20%.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Essex Futures BT– Masters Scholarship

    School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering (CSEE) is delighted to be offering up to six scholarship worth £5,500 each for 1 year full time.

    Up to £5,500

  • Global Talent Masters Scholarship

    You could be eligible for a scholarship worth £5,000, paid as a discount on your tuition fee.

    Up to £5,000

  • Hugh Brogan Bursary

    If you are applying to study a History MA degree, you could be eligible for one of four available cash bursaries worth £2,500.

    Up to £2,500

  • Postgraduate Masters (PGT) International Health Bursary

    The University is offering a bursary of £776 for Masters (PGT) international students.

    Up to £776

  • Postgraduate Premium Pathway Scholarship

    You could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £6,500, for your first year of study at Essex.

    Up to £6,500

  • Sociology and Criminology - Fuller PGT Scholarship

    The Department of Sociology and Criminology is offering scholarships of £11,025 to support six postgraduate students to study within the department in 2026-2027.

    Up to £11,025

  • The Eleonore Koch Travel Fund

    The School of Philosophical, Historical & Interdisciplinary Studies is offering a bursary of up to £5,000.

  • The Essex MBA Dean's Award

    The school is able to offer fee discounts between 10% - 100% of tuition fee value.

  • The Ronald J. Hill Fund

    The department of Government is offering a bursary of £3,000 to assist one postgraduate student within the department of Government to assist with tuition fees or living costs.

    Up to £3,000

  • University of Sanctuary Scholarship

Career opportunities

Graduates of the MSc Intelligent Systems and Robotics from the University of Essex can become:

  • Machine Learning Engineers

  • Autonomous Systems Engineers

  • Data Scientists

  • Computer Vision Engineers

  • Control Systems Engineers

Cost of study

For international students, the annual tuition fee for the MSc Intelligent Systems and Robotics in the University of Essex is £24,675.

Admission

Those who wish to study the course can apply directly to the University or reach out to our trained counsellors for guidance.

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