You'll graduate with excellent credentials in a particularly relevant subject. Visit the programme website for more information
Features
As this is a research course, most of your work will be carried out independently. You'll benefit from the support and expertise of your supervisory team – including a Director of Studies and a second supervisor who have specific interest in your chosen subject area. Common topics include mechanics, electrical and electronics, sensing, control, computational intelligence, cognitive and developmental robotics, human-machine interaction technologies, automotive, logistics and supply chain management.
Programme Structure
You learn through:
- independent research
- mentoring with your supervisory team
- research training, including mandatory ethics sessions
- optional extra training in teaching, Linux, ROS, Matlab, OpenGL, Indesign, Illustration and After Effects
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Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 130
- TOEFL iBT: 100
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- All applicants should hold a strong undergraduate degree (2.1 or above) and/or a relevant masters qualification (or expectation of the same).
- All applicants must submit a completed postgraduate application form including a 1500 word research proposal.
- You are encouraged to find out more about our staff and their current research to inform the development of your research proposal and to ensure it aligns with our research themes. Before submitting your proposal, please contact the member(s) of staff listed against the relevant research theme.
- Applicants are required to give a short 10–15 minute presentation followed by an interview. Interview panel members will include the head of research degrees for the relevant research area or centre, a local postgraduate research tutor and a prospective director of studies.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 35,141 AUD / year (≈ 18,600 GBP / year)
- Domestic: 10,066 AUD / year (≈ 5,328 GBP / year)
Additional Details
- Part time UK: £2,619
- Part time International/EU: £9,300 per year
Living costs
Sheffield, United Kingdom: 1,049-1,846 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.