Learn from Australia’s top robotics experts
QUT is the home of Queensland’s leading researcher in robotics, Professor Michael Milford. We are proud to be Australia's number one robotics research institution for the fifth consecutive year (Australian Research Magazine, 2024).
Learn from Australia’s top robotics experts
QUT is the home of Queensland’s leading researcher in robotics, Professor Michael Milford. We are proud to be Australia's number one robotics research institution for the fifth consecutive year (Australian Research Magazine, 2024).
Highlights
- QUT is Australia's top-ranked research institution in robotics for the fourth consecutive year, and Professor Michael Milford is the top-ranked robotics researcher (The Australian Research Magazine, 2024).
- QUT is Australia's top research institution for data mining and analysis (The Australian Research Magazine 2024).
- Position yourself ahead of the game with the skills in robotics, AI and data analysis employers are seeking in graduates.
Highlights
- QUT is Australia's top-ranked research institution in robotics for the fourth consecutive year, and Professor Michael Milford is the top-ranked robotics researcher (The Australian Research Magazine, 2024).
- QUT is Australia's top research institution for data mining and analysis (The Australian Research Magazine, 2024).
- Position yourself ahead of the game with the skills in robotics, AI and data analysis employers are seeking in graduates.
Why choose this course?
Employers are looking to hire graduates with advanced skills in robotics and AI technology to modernise their processes and future-proof their industries using automation systems. You will graduate ready to lead complex projects in robotics and AI and will develop important data analytics skills that will provide value to future employers and help you get ahead with your career. The data analytics component of your degree will teach you to turn data into insight and intelligence to drive change and make key decisions.
This course is designed for engineers with a background in computer and software systems, electrical, aerospace, electronics or mechatronics engineering looking to upskill in robotics and AI.
Explore this course
Gain advanced knowledge, based on research practices, in the robotics and AI discipline, enhanced by knowledge and skills in data analytics.
Complete an industry project to develop a robotics and AI solution to address an industry problem through the application of engineering theories, tools, and techniques. You will gain experience in culturally responsible professional engineering practice and exercise leadership in a team in a complex and changing environment.
You will also undertake a supervised research project over two semesters where you will manage and explain your findings and what they contribute to the robotics and AI field.
Careers and outcomes
All graduates will have the skills necessary to work in a range of industries including manufacturing, defence, agricultural, mining, automated systems and robotics, civil aviation safety authority, power generation and supply, robotics development and applications, infrastructure inspection and servicing.
Possible careers
- Ai analyst
- Ai specialist
- Computer vision engineer
- Electrical engineer
- Machine learning engineer
- Mechatronics engineer
- Robotics engineer
- Software engineer
- Course code
- EN72
- CRICOS code
- 114880D
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- Gardens Point
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- Gardens Point
- 2 years full-time
- 2 years full-time
- February
- February
Entry requirements
You must have:
- A recognised completed four-year full-time (or equivalent) bachelor degree of engineering in a relevant discipline with a minimum GPA of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale); or
- A recognised completed three-year full-time (or equivalent) bachelor degree of engineering in a relevant discipline plus at least 2.00 years full-time (or equivalent) of professional experience in robotics.
Relevant engineering disciplines
- aerospace
- computer and software systems
- electrical
- electronics
- industrial automation
- instrument control
- mechatronics
- robotics
Minimum academic requirements
Entry requirements
You must have:
- A recognised completed four-year full-time (or equivalent) bachelor degree of engineering in a relevant discipline with a minimum GPA of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale); or
- A recognised completed three-year full-time (or equivalent) bachelor degree of engineering in a relevant discipline plus at least 2.00 years full-time (or equivalent) of professional experience in robotics.
Relevant engineering disciplines
- aerospace
- computer and software systems
- electrical
- electronics
- industrial automation
- instrument control
- mechatronics
- robotics
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
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IELTS Academic / IELTS One Skills Retake | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
PTE Academic | 58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
TOEFL iBT / Paper | 79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025: $34,300 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2025 fees
2025: $45,700 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: $31,900 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: $41,600 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
FEE-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a FEE-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
QUT Real World International Scholarship
A scholarship to cover tuition fees, with eligibility based on your prior academic achievements.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
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