Entry requirements

Please see the Manchester Met website for information on entry requirements.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Overview

Robots are the future. Whether they’re enhancing manufacturing, automating logistics tasks, harvesting crops from our fields, or cleaning up pollution in our oceans, they’re the driving force behind a more sustainable, efficient world. On our MSc Robotics and Automation degree, you’ll position yourself at the heart of these exciting technological developments and get ready to work at the forefront of Industry 4.0.

Machines that talk to each other, learn from their surroundings, and respond autonomously are revolutionising industries across the globe. Our interdisciplinary masters course focuses on studying both the advanced concepts and practical applications that are highly valued by employers. It will give you a broad skillset and the ability to drive digital transformation across many sectors, with a strong focus on robotics, automation, and emerging technologies such as AI, digital twins and additive manufacturing.

From engineering and computing to physics and mathematics, our interdisciplinary course has been designed for students from a diverse range of academic backgrounds. It ensures a solid foundation focused on the key emerging technologies and manufacturing concepts of Industry 4.0 including artificial intelligence, robotics, digital twins and the Industrial Internet of Thing (IIoT).

We’ve also designed our Management of Projects Fundamentals modules to help you develop vital project management skills, learning the professional principles behind delivering innovation to industry.

In our high-tech facilities, you’ll learn to use the tools and equipment found in the workplace. Our established partnership with the global technology powerhouse, Siemens, also means your course is integrated with the latest industry software, hardware, case studies and training.

Throughout it all, you’ll have the support of our highly experienced teaching and research staff, ensuring that everything you learn is relevant to today’s industrial challenges. With a combination of technical, practical and project management skills, you’ll graduate ready to take a leading role in shaping the technological future.

Career prospects

Graduates with a combination of technical expertise and modern management skills are highly sought after across industries. On this interdisciplinary and innovative masters, we aim to prepare you to take on a variety of high-impact roles.

Whether you want to pursue a career as a robotics engineer, automation consultant or project manager, you’ll have the skills to lead and innovate within diverse sectors. Graduates from our Department of Engineering have gone to work for both national and international companies such as:

  • Siemens
  • Scottish Power
  • Kellogg’s
  • Bruhati
  • FICO
  • Horan Power Engineering

If you’re inclined to continue your academic journey, this degree also positions you well for advanced research opportunities, such as a PhD or an Engineering Doctorate course.

Information for international students

For more information to support your studies in the UK, including course details, how to apply, and living in the UK see our website.

Fees and funding

Please see the Manchester Met website for information on fees.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MSc
    part time
    24 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    full time
    12 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Course Enquiries Team
Email
courses@mmu.ac.uk
Phone
+44 (0)161 247 6969