BSc (Hons) Robotics
University of Lincoln
Key Information
Campus location
Lincoln, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
3 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
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Introduction
Robotics is an interdisciplinary area of computer science and engineering dedicated to the design, construction, and control of intelligent mechanical devices. From agriculture and food production to medical care, robots are being increasingly used around the world to assist or extend human actions, often in repetitive or dangerous tasks.
Our BSc (Hons) Robotics takes a cross-disciplinary approach to robotics, with a focus on innovative project-based learning. The course aims to provide a strong conceptual and methodological grounding in robotics while offering training in state-of-the-art practices and techniques that can be deployed in the real world.
"This information was correct at the time of publishing (July 2023)"
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Going to university is a life-changing step and it's important to understand the costs involved and the funding options available before you start. For eligible undergraduate students going to university for the first time, scholarships and bursaries are available to help cover costs. The University of Lincoln offers a variety of merit-based and subject-specific bursaries and scholarships.
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Curriculum
How You Study
The course focuses on developing specific skills that are relevant to the robotics industry, as well as strategies for expanding knowledge as the field continues to grow. The programme encourages intellectual curiosity, nurturing students' abilities in problem-solving and inspiring the next generation of robotics specialists to develop innovative solutions to real-world problems.
Throughout the programme, students have the opportunity to develop key transferable skills across a wide range of methods, techniques, and practices required by robotics professionals. These include robot design and control, sensor technology, machine learning, artificial intelligence, autonomous decision-making, and software development.
First Year
- Algorithms and Complexity (Core)
- Collaboration in Robotics (Core)
- Computing and Programming for Engineers (Core)
- Design for Robotics (Core)
- Electrical and Electronic Technology (Core)
- Introduction to Robotics (SoCS) (Core)
- Mathematical Skills for Engineers (Core)
- Programming Fundamentals (Core)
Second Year
- Advanced Programming (Core)
- Artificial Intelligence (Core)
- Communication in Robotics (Core)
- Control Systems (Core)
- Digital Systems And Analog Electronics (Core)
- Evaluation for Robotics (Core)
- Mechatronics Systems (Core)
- Robotics and Sustainability (Core)
Third Year
- Autonomous Mobile Robotics (Core)
- Image Processing (Core)
- Practical Robotics (Core)
- Robotics and Automation (Core)
- Robotics and Community (Core)
- Robotics and Entrepreneurship (Core)
- Robotics Project (Core)
† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.
How You Are Assessed
This course may be assessed through a variety of means, including in-class tests, coursework, projects, and examinations.
The University of Lincoln's policy on assessment feedback aims to ensure that academics will return in-course assessments to students promptly.
Program Outcome
How You Study
The course focuses on developing specific skills that are relevant for the robotics industry, as well as strategies for expanding knowledge as the field continues to grow. The programe encourages intellectual curiosity, nurturing students' abilities in problem solving and inspiring the next generation of robotics specialists to develop innovative solutions to real-world problems.
Throughout the programe, students have the opportunity to develop key transferable skills across a wide range of methods, techniques, and practices required by robotics professionals. These include robot design and control, sensor technology, machine learning, artificial intelligence, autonomous decision-making, and software development.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Robotics bridges the gap between mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer science, opening up opportunities across a range of different careers. Graduates are well placed for positions in manufacturing, technology companies, or medical robotics, or to go into research and development. Students may also choose to continue their study at postgraduate level at Lincoln, including on our MSc in Robotics and Autonomous Systems.