Overview

Royal College of Art emphasise robust foundational knowledge coupled with investigative research, enabling students to craft innovative solutions for varied applications. Our strategy is to thoughtfully meld technology with design, making distinctive contributions to the dynamic field of robotics in collaboration with our industrial partners operating in a wide range of sectors from renewable energy to manufacturing and construction, among others.

Learning outcomes

Through innovative research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and practical applications, we support researchers in gaining a profound understanding of cutting-edge technology and provide mentorship to cultivate the next generation of roboticists. Robotics graduates are equipped to address complex real-world challenges, such as enhancing human safety, improving accessibility and performance, and devising environmentally sustainable robotic solutions.

Programme Structure

Main research areas include:

Soft Robotics
Robot Mobility, Manipulation and Attachment
Intelligent Sensing and Vision
Interoperable and Circular Design of Robots

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-03 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Robotics View 110 other Masters in Electrical Engineering in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

As a PhD applicant in robotics, you are required to submit an integrated CV and portfolio document. The CV section highlights your academic background, technical and creative skills, research and professional experience and relevant publications or other types of output.
As part of your application, you must upload a two-minute video recorded on your phone or laptop, speaking to us directly. High production qualities are not needed. We will review the work in your portfolio, so keep your video simple.
The research proposal is central to your application to undertake a research degree. As a description of your proposed topic, it should enable the selection panel to evaluate the scope and importance of your project.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

32600 GBP / year

≈ 32600 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

10450 GBP / year

≈ 10450 GBP / year

Additional Details

Please refer to the programe webpage for the most up-to-date information on tuition fees, deposits, and additional costs for both home and overseas/ EU students

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

RCA offers a wide range of funding opportunities to support postgraduate study, including a variety of tuition fee and living cost scholarships.

Beyond financial support, many of these scholarships also provide networking opportunities with peers, partnership organisations and professional bodies to enhance your experience.

You can find more information about available scholarships and their eligibility criteria here: https://www.rca.ac.uk/study/apply-to-study/funding-your-studies/rca-scholarships-and-awards/

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