Robotics, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

Create interactive robots that respond to the challenges of modern life.From gaining specialist knowledge of cybernetics, artificial intelligence, and human-robot interactions to building robots using modern design and fabrication tools, you'll learn to thrive in this ever-evolving sector.You’ll work collaboratively with other students to build robot solutions for a range of challenges and contexts, such as entertainment, tackling loneliness or helping people to live more sustainably. You’ll also have opportunities to work on live industry projects, so you can put your practical skills to the test while gaining vital professional practice experience.You will:Build robots that interact with people in novel and interesting waysImplement robotic systems that leverage cutting-edge technologies and intelligenceSolve real-world problems by collaborating in teams to apply human-centred design approachesObtain a mastery of programming and physical fabrication by working on practical problems in a bespoke robotics lab and fabrication facilitiesApply your skills to inspiring projects spanning creative and technical domains, on briefs set by industry partnersDevelop an understanding of the societal, ethical and environmental contexts for robotics and the implications for the design, engineering, deployment and adoption of robotic technologiesStudy in Cornwall, which is home to world-beating robotics companies, environmental technology startups and ground breaking marine research