MSc in Engineering in Robot Systems
Become an engineer in robotic technology at SDU in Odense - Denmark's Robot Valley
As a MSc in Engineering in Robot Systems you can take part in the development that occurs within drone- and robot systems. You can, for example, develop robots with artificial intelligence that recognizes different people and adapt to their needs - in hospitals, in industry and in private homes. Or you can work with drones (Unmanned Aerial Systems) which inspects powerlines or buildings, helps in agriculture, delivers blood samples to hospitals or find people who have been injured in natural disasters.
Two specializations
At the master programme you can choose one of two specializations: Advanced Robotics Technology and Drones and Autonomous Systems.
Get an overview of the structure of the programme.
If you specialize in Advanced Robotics your thesis can e.g. be in the following subjects:
- Mathematical modelling and computer based model analysis
- Sensor technology
- Computer systems and data transmission
- Computer vision
- Modern artificial intelligence
If you specialize in Drones and Autonomous Systems your thesis can e.g. be in the following subjects:
- Autonomous robot and drone behavior
- Drone software engineering
- Robot and drone swarms
- Aircraft navigation and path planning
- Soft robots and legged robots
- Unmanned aircraft safety
- Computer vision
- Bio-inspired artificial intelligence
During your studies you will get a thorough knowledge about the theory behind robotics such as mathematics, computer science and physics as well as of the more practical engineering subjects such as digital technique, electronics and robotics.
As a robotics engineer you will be able to apply this knowledge in new contexts. Especially in areas which today are part of an amazing development with the integration of computers in a wealth of products and systems.
- 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.
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.
You can also apply if you hold a similar, relevant degree in Science or Engineering. To be considered, your degree must include a minimum of:
- 20 ECTS Software development and programming (e.g., software design, software engineering, algorithms, data structures, object-oriented programming) (independent of programming language)
- 20 ECTS Mathematics (e.g. calculus, linear algebra, statistics, numerical methods)
- 15 ECTS in analogue and digital electronics and embedded programming
- 5 ECTS in Physics
- 10 ECTS in Signal processing and control
- 5 ECTS in Robotics related topics (e.g. artificial intelligence or machine learning)
As part of your application, you must fill out a self-assessment form. You must list the relevant courses from your Bachelor's degree with regards to each of the required subject areas as listed below. Upload the form to the application portal when you submit your application. Self-assessment form (.pdf)
As a student in Engineering at SDU Sønderborg, you are guaranteed your first job when you finish your MSc studies. You can find more information here.
The specialization in Advanced Robotics Technology and the specialization in Drones and Autonomous Systems both provide foundational knowledge about robots and programming, which makes it possible to work within the following domains:
- Robot systems
- Embedded systems
- Programming and software engineering
- Artificial intelligence
- Industrial automation
Where your tasks could be data processing and development of:
- Robots
- Mobile phones
- Web applications
- Machine construction
- Security systems
- Large software applications
The specialization in Advanced Robotics Technology gives in-depth knowledge about robot control and optimization of robot movements.
The specialization in Drones and Autonomous systems gives in-depth knowledge about drone platforms and payloads, route planning, navigation, drone operations, and drone safety.
