Overview

The Robotic Systems Development curriculum provides a broad education in the sciences and technologies of robotics, reinforces theory through hands-on laboratory projects and exposes students to practical business principles and skills.

The unique curriculum allows students to work as a team towards practical system-level robotics development and integration projects. Key business concepts and practices in the curriculum include technology planning, product conceptualization and development, team management, project management, prototyping, production, marketing, and sales.

Mission

The Carnegie Mellon University mission is to create a transformative educational experience for students focused on deep disciplinary knowledge; problem solving; leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; and personal health and well-being.

To cultivate a transformative university community committed to :

attracting and retaining diverse, world-class talent;
creating a collaborative environment open to the free exchange of ideas, where research, creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship can flourish
ensuring individuals can achieve their full potential.

To impact society in a transformative way — regionally, nationally, and globally — by engaging with partners outside the traditional borders of the university campus.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Robot Autonomy

Computer Vision

MRSD Project

Robotics Business

Systems Engineering and Management for Robotics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 21 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-19 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

162 alternative credits

Carnegie Mellon has adopted the method of assigning a number of “units” for each course to represent the quantity of work required of students.

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pittsburgh, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Undergraduate (B.Sc. or equivalent) in engineering, computer science, physical science or applied mathematics

1 to 3 years of practical experience in industry, government or research laboratory – PREFERRED

General GRE

TOEFL / IELTS (Foreign Students only) –

Résumé –

Statement of Purpose (1 to 2 pages)

Undergraduate/Graduate (as applicable) Transcripts

3 Letters of Recommendation

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

60400 USD / year

≈ 60400 USD / year
Out-of-State

60400 USD / year

≈ 60400 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

60400 USD / year

≈ 60400 USD / year

Living costs

Pittsburgh

United States

1148 - 1944 USD / month

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