(Hons) Robotics University of Plymouth

Overview

The (Hons) Robotics course from University of Plymouth  combines core and specialist robotics topics with hands-on lab experience, preparing graduates for cutting-edge careers. Robotics engineers lead innovation by designing intelligent systems that power industries – from autonomous vehicles to bio-inspired machines – and address global challenges like sustainable energy, smart cities and advanced manufacturing.

Dive into this four-year integrated master’s programme in robotics – offering comprehensive practical learning and embedding extensive lab sessions into its modules, helping you turn theoretical knowledge into hands-on experience. In your final year, you'll lead a major robotics project that showcases both your technical ability and leadership. Earlier in the course, you can take a work placement, team up with industry partners, and dive into summer internships and advanced research opportunities.

Careers 

Our robotics degrees can open doors to a wide range of exciting and impactful careers. Whether you're designing intelligent machines, developing cutting-edge AI systems, or shaping the future of manufacturing, the possibilities are vast. Our graduates have gone on to become:

• Junior robotics engineers

• Machine learning engineers

• Research and development electronic engineers

• Product and manufacturing engineers

• Secondary school teachers

They have joined leading companies like Raytheon, Moley Robotics, Babcock International, and Spirent Communications – working on real-world innovations that push the boundaries of technology.

From research labs to industry giants, a robotics degree equips you with the skills to thrive in a fast-evolving world.