Advanced Control and Systems Engineering

University of Sheffield

United Kingdom, Sheffield

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University of Sheffield

United Kingdom , Sheffield

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 32,905 / year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

Advanced Control and Systems Engineering

About

Course description

This course is designed for anyone looking to specialise in control and systems engineering. You may not have studied it before, or you may be an experienced professional thinking about updating your knowledge.

You will learn systems modelling, optimization and signal processing, system identification, digital control systems and industrial automation.

You will learn practical skills using MATLAB and programme logic controllers (PLCs).

You’ll be able to take optional modules to further develop your skills in areas that interest you, including cybersecurity and an opportunity to work with companies on real problems experienced by industry.

You will also complete a research-level dissertation project where you will take the lead to advance your knowledge and skills in systems and control engineering.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Engineering Council UK, Institution of Engineering and Technology and the Institute of Measurement and Control.

Engineering Council

Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)

Institute of Measurement and Control (InstMC)

Disciplines

Faculty of Engineering

Department of Automatic Control and Systems Engineering

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject with relevant modules.

Subject requirements

We accept degrees in the following subject areas:

Engineering
Mathematics
Physics

We may also consider other related subjects

Module requirements

You should have studied at least one Mathematics module and one module from the following areas:

Further/Advanced Mathematics
Physics
Probability and Statistics
Programming

We may also consider other related modules.

We also consider a wide range of international qualifications:

Entry requirements for international students

We assess each application on the basis of the applicant’s preparation and achievement as a whole. We may accept applicants whose qualifications don’t meet the published entry criteria but have other experience relevant to the course.

The lists of required degree subjects and modules are indicative only. Sometimes we may accept subjects or modules that aren’t listed, and sometimes we may not accept subjects or modules that are listed, depending on the content studied.

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 (with 6 in each component) or University equivalent.

Other English language qualifications we accept

Pathway programme for international students

If you're an international student who does not meet the entry requirements for this course, you have the opportunity to apply for a pre-masters programme in Science and Engineering at the University of Sheffield International College. This course is designed to develop your English language and academic skills. Upon successful completion, you can progress to degree level study at the University of Sheffield.

If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the school/department.

English Program Requirements

IELTS 6.5 (with 6 in each component) or University equivalent

Other English language qualifications we accept

If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the school/department.

Career

Your career

Our courses are informed by our strong links with industry and our world-leading research.

Graduates of this course go on to work for companies such as Tesla, Siemens, Amazon, Huawei, Intel and Network Rail. They go into roles in advanced manufacturing, software engineering, robotics and controls and automation systems engineering.

Some graduates choose to follow up their studies with a research degree.