Robotics with a Year in Industry (Hons) Liverpool Hope University

Overview

The Robotics with a Year in Industry (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University provides a comprehensive pathway into one of the world’s most innovative technological sectors. This programme is designed to equip students with the essential hardware and software expertise required to design, build, and manage intelligent robotic systems. By combining theoretical academic study with extensive practical experience, the curriculum ensures graduates are ready to meet the demands of modern industry.

Why Robotics with a Year in Industry (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University?

Students benefit from a learning environment driven by research-active academics with internationally recognised expertise in intelligent systems. The university provides access to specialist fabrication facilities, commercial robots, and cutting-edge hardware interfaces. A defining feature of this degree is the compulsory third-year industry placement, which allows students to apply their technical knowledge in professional settings and build vital employer networks. The inclusion of a foundation year also ensures that students from diverse educational backgrounds can develop the core academic skills necessary for engineering success.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 15225 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to move from foundational engineering principles to advanced autonomous systems. Modules may include:

• Programming
• Artificial Intelligence
• Engineering
• Computational Science
• Robotics Platforms
• Robot Operating System
• Kinematic and Mechanics
• Microcontrollers
• Computer Vision

Careers with Robotics with a Year in Industry (Hons)

Graduates are well-positioned for roles in industries undergoing rapid digital transformation, such as healthcare, manufacturing, and consumer technology. The programme develops a rare combination of skills in embodied AI, machine learning, and mechatronics, which are increasingly sought after by global employers. Potential career paths include robotics engineering, embedded systems development, and AI research. The year in industry specifically enhances employability by providing documented workplace experience and professional skill development in problem-solving and technical communication.