Robotics and Artificial Intelligence BEng (Hons), sandwich with work placement

Build and train smart machines to solve problems and perform tasks without human intervention. In this Robotics and Artificial Intelligence degree, you’ll focus on the practical use of automation and machine learning, enhancing efficiency in an automated Industry 4.0 world.

You’ll build your programming skills, apply the algorithms underlying machine learning, and design physical robot systems to solve problems drawn from industry. As you explore the moral and mathematical issues in the field, you’ll understand ways that AI and robotics can be used responsibly for innovation in sectors such as manufacturing, government, research and power generation.

Through practical work with robotics kits and AI tools in computing labs, you’ll get to grips with the sector’s professional tools. You’ll have the opportunity to visit industry partners, through field trips or a work placement, and draw on up-to-the-minute research in this vibrant sector.

With rapidly advancing technology and exciting government initiatives progressing the possibilities of AI and robotics, you'll graduate from this degree with your skills in high demand.

A degree in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence will give you a range of career options - whether you want to specialise in areas of Robotics, or demonstrate the hands-on methods from your study, working to develop machine learning models for AI applications.

What jobs can you do with a robotics and artificial intelligence degree?

Depending on your interests, you'll have a wide range of career options in areas including:

• Robotics Engineer: Design, build, and maintain robots for various applications.
• Data Scientist: Analyse complex datasets to inform business decision-making and develop predictive models using AI.
• Computer Vision Engineer: Specialise in creating algorithms and systems that enable computers to interpret and understand visual information from the world.
• Robotics Process Automation (RPA) Developer: Design and implement software robots that automate repetitive tasks within organisations to improve efficiency.
• AI Ethics Consultant: Address ethical considerations related to AI and robotics technologies.

You can also look to continue your studies with a Master's or PhD course in Robotics and AI or combine your learning with Business and Management degrees.

Ongoing career support – up to 5 years after you graduate

Get experience while you study, with support to find part-time jobs, volunteering opportunities, and work experience.

Towards the end of your degree and for up to five years after graduation, you’ll receive one-to-one support from our Careers and Employability Service to help you find your perfect role.

Placements (optional)

After your second or third year, you can do an optional work placement year to get valuable longer-term work experience in industry.

A placement year gives you an advantage over other graduates who may understand theory but won't have the experience of applying their learning to a working environment. We’ll help you secure a work placement that fits your aspirations, and you’ll get mentoring and support throughout the year.

You could also choose to set up your own business with support from us.