Robotics with Industrial Application (Two years) Heriot-Watt University

Overview

The Robotics with Industrial Application (Two years) at Heriot-Watt University provides an extensive postgraduate education designed to meet the growing global demand for experts in autonomous systems. This master's degree integrates high-level academic theory with practical industrial experience to ensure graduates are ready for the modern workforce. Students engage with cutting-edge technologies that are currently transforming productivity, transportation, and extreme environment operations.

The curriculum focuses on the core pillars of modern robotics, including kinematics, robot control, and machine vision. By exploring enabling technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and the Internet of Things, the programme ensures a comprehensive understanding of how robots interact with their surroundings.

Why Robotics with Industrial Application (Two years) at Heriot-Watt University?

This programme is uniquely linked to the UK’s National Robotarium, a multimillion-pound innovation hub that delivers world-leading research and support for business growth. Students benefit from an environment where 96% of engineering research is classed as world-leading, ranking the institution first in Scotland for this field. The university's partnership with the Centre for Doctoral Training in Robotics and Autonomous Systems further enhances the academic rigour and industry relevance of the course.

A defining feature of this degree is the second-year industrial placement. This mandatory component allows students to apply their technical skills within a professional engineering environment, fostering industry awareness and marketing expertise. Learning is guided by research-active engineers and academics who are at the forefront of robotic developments, ensuring that the student experience is informed by the latest innovations and global challenges.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 28952 per year
• National fee: GBP 12744 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Robotics Systems Science
• Intelligent Robotics
• Machine Vision
• Robotic Mechanical Systems
• Embedded Systems
• Biologically Inspired Computation
• Data Mining and Machine Learning
• Human Robot Interaction
• Internet of Things
• Industrial Placement for Engineering and Physical Sciences
• Entrepreneurship & Creativity
• Masters Project and Dissertation

Careers with Robotics with Industrial Application (Two years)

Graduates are highly sought after for roles across diverse and innovative sectors. The programme prepares individuals for successful careers in manufacturing, medical robotics, and offshore energy. Additionally, the skills acquired are directly applicable to environmental monitoring and defence industries. As the economic impact of robotics continues to grow, alumni are well-positioned to take on technical and leadership roles in organisations focused on autonomous vehicles, humanoid robots, and advanced manipulators.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Candidates must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree to fully meet the CEng registration educational requirements.