Robotics The University of Manchester

Overview

Robotics is a multi-disciplinary subject which will have a profound impact on society over the next 50 years. It has already revolutionised the manufacturing industry and it has the potential to have similar impacts in areas such as green energy, social care, transport and logistics and the exploration of hostile environments both terrestrial and extra-terrestrial.

The Robotics programme offered by The University of Manchester is underpinned by world-leading facilities and researchers and emphasises students gaining practical robotic experience using state-of-the-art cyber-physical systems to help address real-world challenges.

The field of robotics is currently one of the most rapidly developing technologies that offers exciting and ample career paths for suitably qualified engineers and scientists. In recent years The University of Manchester has established itself as one of the leading UK and international institutions in the field of robotics, both in terms of fundamental research (such as cognitive robotics, AI, sensors) and also applications (such as nuclear, offshore wind, health and social care), including a significant and wide-ranging portfolio of industrial collaborations.

Career opportunities

Graduates from the course will be employed in a variety of industries, from start-ups and supply chain companies through to end users. The adoption of robotics is expanding significantly in areas such as nuclear, offshore-wind, transport infrastructure (rail, highways), logistics, automotive (driverless cars), construction, social care, manufacturing, healthcare (surgery), and agriculture. 

The MSc can also be used as a springboard for postgraduate research. There are still many fields within robotics that require significant research to develop further. 

In regards to the extended research programme:  

Prior to your summer break, a preliminary study and outline of your MSc dissertation project is completed, which is fully developed throughout the second year of your course. The year-long enhanced individual research provides great opportunities to develop advanced research skills and to explore in depth some of the topics discussed during the course. This includes training in research methods, and advanced simulation and experimental techniques in robotics, as well as academic publications. 

The graduates have been prepared for opportunities in firms such as:

• Dyson 

• Airbus 

• Ocado 

• Saab 

• GE Aviation 

• Atkins 

• Labman Automation 

• Street Drone 

• Createc 

• Jacobs 

• Sellafield 

• National Nuclear Laboratory 

• Ross Robotics 

• Oxbotica 

Therefore, a Robotics degree from The University of Manchester will open a world of opportunity, and the skills you develop will be sought across a wide range of industries.