• Postgraduate

Electronic and Robotic Engineering MSc

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Overview

Overview

Why study at UWL? 
  • In the top 30% of universities nationwide - The Guardian University Guide 2024
  • University of the Year for Social Inclusion - Daily Mail University Guide 2024
  • Best university for Student Experience and Teaching Quality in the UK - The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024
  • Number 1 London university (non-specialist) - National Student Survey 2023**

Whether you dream of getting involved in the development of modern and state-of-the-art industrial robots or crafting the next generation of consumer electronics and robotics, our Electronic and Robotic Engineering Masters is your launchpad to success.

The course offers a dynamic fusion of theory and hands-on experience, designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and expertise needed to lead the charge in the rapidly evolving industry.

It is designed to equip you with advanced knowledge and practical skills in the interdisciplinary fields of electronics and robotics and offers an in-depth understanding of the principles and theories, as well as practical experience of technologies and devices used in frontline industry.

With an employment-focused throughout, the course has an emphasis on a rapidly advancing electronics and robotics arena especially the hardware aspects of these disciplines.

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Study options:
We support flexible study by offering some of our courses part-time or via distance learning. To give you real world experience before you graduate, we also offer some courses with a placement or internship. All available options are listed here. Your choices may affect some details of your course, such as the duration and cost per year. Please re-check the details on this page if you change your selection.

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Why study Electronic and Robotic Engineering with us?

Why study Electronic and Robotic Engineering with us?

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What our students say…

I felt I had a good support structure in terms of the lecturers' knowledge of industry and their desire to 'get amongst it'. The support I had from the UWL lecturers guided me every step of the way and ensured that I remained focused. I would recommend this course to anyone who wants a career in electronic and electrical engineering.

Alex Gray
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Course detail & modules

Course detail & modules

Over the duration of the Electronic and Robotic Engineering course, you will undergo a transformative journey that builds and develops your knowledge, skills, and expertise in the field.

Throughout the programme, you will engage in a progressive learning experience that allows you to grasp foundational concepts and gradually advance towards more complex and specialised areas of electronic and robotic engineering. ​

The course will include seven core modules, focussing on basic concepts of electronic and robotic systems, and progressing onto the development of more specialised topics including Mechatronics, robotic vision, and automation.

You will learn to integrate these concepts into real-world scenarios by designing and implementing innovative solutions. ​At the end of the course, you will have developed a comprehensive skillset encompassing:

  • electronic engineering principles
  • robotic system design
  • programming proficiency
  • critical thinking abilities.

Teaching and learning

The course will use traditional and innovative technology-enhanced teaching and assessment methods to support different learning styles.

You are supported in your learning and personal development through:

  • participation in industry talks
  • research seminars
  • group discussions
  • presentations
  • group and individual projects
  • coursework

You will also receive hands-on practical experience with conventional and state-of-the-art resources within the electronics and robotics disciplines. ​​

As well as acquiring the technical skills required for this rapidly growing area of engineering, you will have the chance to explore realistic applications through group and individual projects.

Module information

You will study seven compulsory modules. Additionally, there are two optional zero-credit modules available to support your studies:

  • Learning and Professional Development
  • Employability Skills and Employment.

Compulsory modules

  • Electronic Systems

    The module aims to enhance your theoretical knowledge and practical skills in designing, analysing, and troubleshooting electronic circuits and systems that are required in various applications including robotics and mechatronics.

  • Research Methods and Sustainable Engineering

    In this module, you will apply research methods skills to evaluate and analyse relevant literature in the various fields of Engineering. It covers the key areas to be considered in conducting research, including the evaluation of the research proposal, project requirements, literature surveys, model development, analysis, assessment, and the required methodologies to clearly communicate the research outcomes.

  • Robotic Systems Programming

    This module is designed to acquire core robotic programming skills essential to working on robotic applications. Robots work by sensing the world (e.g., cameras and IR sensors), thinking about it (processing data using the code), and deciding what action to take (e.g., speeding or slowing down). You will learn specific robotic software to develop and practice core robotics programming using Robotic Operating System (ROS) and GAZEBO.

  • Automation and Control

    This module is to explore embedded systems and the automation and control of robotic systems by building an understanding of system modelling and control. It aims to develop a comprehensive understanding of system modelling and control, with a specific focus on modelling linear dynamic systems using differential equations and transfer functions. These concepts will be applied to input-output representations in both the time and frequency domains. Different control systems will be examined through lectures and laboratory work using specialised software and hardware with hands-on experiments.

  • Mechatronics

    This module aims to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental aspects of various sensory devices and actuators in the context of mechatronic systems. By completing this module, you will be able to expand your knowledge of sensors, actuators, and robot motion, enabling them to devise advanced mechatronic systems.

  • Image Processing for Robotics

    This module aims to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental aspects of various sensory devices and actuators in the context of mechatronic systems. By completing this module, you will be able to expand your knowledge of sensors, actuators, and robot motion, enabling them to devise advanced mechatronic systems.

  • Dissertation

    This module is the culmination of the programme. The aim involves the creation of an innovative electronic and/or robotic system that addresses a specific problem or meets a particular need. The dissertation will encompass the entire design process and should include, where appropriate, system specification, circuit design, hardware implementation, software development, and performance evaluation. The objective is to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the engineering principles involved and the ability to apply them to real-world challenges. You will be given the opportunity to devise, design and implement a solution to a given engineering problem based on innovative thought and careful planning within the allocated timeframe.

Optional modules

  • Learning and Professional Development

    This preparatory module is for all students enrolling on master's courses. On it, you will study Learning and Professional Development (LPD), which is designed to orientate new master's students, and especially international students, to master's-level study.

  • Employability Skills and Employment

    This module will give you an opportunity to prepare for employment. In addition to learning about the industry requirements for a professional career, you will develop study skills at postgraduate level to prepare you for the rest of your course.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

The minimum requirement is an honours degree (2:1 or above) in Electrical or Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or similar degree.

Applicants with other qualifications will be considered, provided they can demonstrate significant, relevant work experience and the ability to benefit fully from the course. Such applicants will be considered on an individual basis by interview. If required, applicants will need to take an Engineering Principles and Mathematics test.

Candidates with PGCert or PGDip in relevant fields will be considered. A thorough module learning outcome mapping process will be undertaken following UWL guidelines and credits will be awarded accordingly.   

Find out more about our processes for recognising previous experience

We look for students who show enthusiasm and a passion for the subject through previous study or professional experience.

If you have any questions about the relevance of your qualifications or experience please contact the course leader shown in the teaching staff.

6.5 IELTS or above

You need to meet our English language requirement of 6.5 overall score for IELTS, with a minimum of 5.5 for each of the 4 individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). Visit our English language requirements page for information on other English language tests we accept.

You also need academic qualifications at the same level as UK applicants. In some countries where teaching is in English, we may accept local qualifications. Check for local equivalents.

We offer pre-sessional English language courses if you do not meet these requirements. Find out more about our English Language courses.

International students need to meet our English language requirement at either IELTS at 6.5 or above, and a minimum of 5.5 for each of the 4 individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening), TOEFL iBt at score 90 or above, Pearson PTE Academic at score 58 or above, or an equivalent secure English language test. In some countries where teaching is in English, we may accept local qualifications. 

We look for students who show enthusiasm and a passion for the subject through previous study or professional experience.

If you have any questions about the relevance of your qualifications or experience please contact the course leader shown in the teaching staff.

Fees & funding

Fees & funding

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Funding your studies

If you are studying a Masters course you may be eligible to apply for a Postgraduate Loan, this may help contribute towards your course fees and living costs.

Additional funding is available to some types of students, such as disabled students or those with dependants.

We offer a range of scholarships and bursaries, including awards for specific subjects.

Awards for computing and engineering students are also on offer.

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Please note:

  • Fees for the 2026/27 academic year and onwards may be subject to Government regulation and change.
  • Tuition fees are charged for each year of your course. If your course runs for two years or more, you will need to pay the fee for each academic year at the start of that year.
  • If your course runs for less than two years, the cost above is for your full course and you will need to pay the full fee upfront.
  • If no fee is shown above then the fees for this course are not available yet. Please check again later for updates.

International students - funding your studies

We offer scholarships for international students including International Ambassador Scholarships. 

Further information about funding and financial support for international students is available from the UK Council for International Student Affairs.

 

Financial support for international students
Teaching staff

Teaching staff

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Dr Apostolos Georgakis

Apostolos joined the School of Computing and Engineering at UWL in 2017. Prior to that he was with the Division of Engineering at King’s College London.

Apostolos joined the School of Computing and Engineering at UWL in 2017. Prior to that he was with the Division of Engineering at King’s College London.

Study & career progression

Study & career progression

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This course will equip you with the expertise needed to tackle complex engineering problems, contribute to research and development initiatives, and pursue careers in industries such as:

  • robotics
  • automation
  • mechatronics
  • electronic engineering
  • aerospace 
  • automotive 
  • construction
  • defence 
  • IT
  • manufacturing and fast-moving consumer goods
  • power generation 
  • rail

You will be able to take on roles including robotics engineers, control systems engineers, embedded systems designers, research scientists, or pursue further academic studies, either at UWL or another institution.

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*Modern universities - defined as higher education institutions that were granted university status in, and subsequent to, 1992.

**The National Student Survey 2023 and 2024 - Average of answers to all questions by registered student population. Excludes specialist institutions.

Testimonials - our students or former students provided all of our testimonials - often a student from the course but sometimes another student. For example, the testimonial often comes from another UWL student when the course is new.

Optional modules - where optional modules are offered they will run subject to staff availability and viable student numbers opting to take the module.

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Availability of placements - if you choose a course with placement/internship route we would like to advise you that if a placement/internship opportunity does not arise when you are expected to undertake the placement then the University will automatically transfer you to the non-internship route, this is to ensure you are still successful in being awarded a degree.