AI and Automation (1 year)

University
University West
City, country
Trollhättan, Sweden
Duration
1 years
Specialties
Computer Sciences, Robotics
Price
Free
Study language
English (ENG)
Degree
Master
Study start
2026-09-01
Deadline
2026-04-13
About
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Carrer

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.

Important requirements

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