AI and Automation (2 years)
Are you interested in the latest technologies and software – and in working within a challenging field that is constantly developing? Earn a degree in production technology with a unique combination of specialisations: AI and automation. We focus on applied learning, so you’ll get a lot of hands-on work in an industry-like environment in addition to your academic learning. You’ll work in University West’s renowned physical lab. Additionally, you’ll collaborate with industry through real project work. This fully English-taught, two-year programme prepares you for a future career as a researcher or as an automation engineer who implements new concepts in a company.
We built this programme for electrical engineers, mechanical engineers and computer engineers to become production technology engineers with advanced skills in AI and automation. Your curriculum is designed to meet the demands of industry.
You’ll gain practical experience through assignments as well as group and individual projects in close collaboration with corporate leaders in the industry. The entire programme has been built on the strength of a close collaboration between industry and University West. Every aspect is based on the real hiring needs of companies and research facilities in the industry.
International environment
Students from around the globe come together to create a unique and international environment. Your programme is fully taught in English, and you will study together with students from Sweden as well as international students from countries in Asia, Europe, Africa and North and South America.
- ECTS transcript – If you are still completing your Bachelor’s degree, upload an ECTS transcript showing the subjects you have studied, your grades, and the number of credits awarded. Your Bachelor’s diploma must be uploaded later, as soon as you receive it.
- Bachelor’s diploma – If you have already graduated, upload your Bachelor’s diploma. A separate ECTS transcript is not required.
Note: Your Bachelor’s degree must be in the same or a related field as the Master’s programme you are applying for. The university will check whether you have completed enough relevant subjects and ECTS credits.
Important! View the full requirements on the university’s official website. Requirements may vary depending where you completed your bachelor education.
Note:
- Motivation Letter – A motivation letter is a recommended document when applying to the programmes at this university. The letter must be no longer than 1,000 words.
Applicants have to prove their English language skills either by an internationally recognized language test or upon previous studies. Usually English language skills can be proved by the following documents:
- TOEFL iBT*
- IELTS Academic
- A Cambridge English qualification
- Higher education degree completed in English
- Secondary education completed in English in a country or school qualification accepted by the university
- An English subject and grade on your secondary school leaving certificate that meet the university’s requirements
- Other
Important: Accepted methods and minimum results depend on study programme and the country where you completed your education. Check the official requirements for your chosen study programme.
*Use the Kastu promo code LTU1000102 when registering for TOEFL iBT and receive a 5% discount.
Bachelor of Science degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering and management or equivalent. Additionally, the degree must be comprised of a minimum of 5 credits in programming and 15 credits in mathematics.
On graduation, you will be highly competitive for positions within the private sector or for further PhD studies.
This degree qualifies you to hold positions such as:
- Automation engineer
- PhD student in production technology
- Systems engineer
- Project manager for design and development of new automation solutions
