Robotics
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
A first class or upper second honours degree in mathematics, physics, engineering, and computer science or other relevant disciplines with a numerate background and sufficient computer programming experience. Equivalent overseas qualifications will also be considered.
English language requirements
Where English was not the medium of instruction during previous education, applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.5.
Months of entry
January, September
Course content
The MSc Robotics at Heriot-Watt will provide the students with training in core elements of modern robotics and autonomous systems. This one year postgraduate masters degree in Robotics will equip students to work in industry in areas where robots can be used to improve productivity, transform transportation, work in extreme environments and improve the quality of life.
The students on the MSc Robotics will:
- be introduced to core robotics techniques, from basic kinematics to robot control, robot navigation, robot planning and human-robot interactions
- receive an extensive training in robot programming (especially ROS) and practical implementation of solutions on real robots
- apply skills in various applications through major robotics projects, relevant to research and industry, and involving systems such as autonomous robots (cars, subsea vehicles), humanoid robots, advanced manipulators for compliant control and novel robot designs
- obtain access to staff from leading research groups to mentor their development and guide their research projects
Within this programme, students will be offered a degree of flexibility in the options that they study, allowing them to specialise in specific domains of application.
Fees and funding
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Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- part time24 months months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- full time12 months months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Dubai Campus
- Dubaienquiries@hw.ac.uk
- Phone
- +97145717000