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Master Robotics

The days when robots and robotic systems belonged to science fiction are long gone. Today, they play an important role in high-tech industry and are moving into mainstream society. During this two-year Master's, we prepare our students to become an expert in creating robots and robotic systems that fit seamlessly into our society.

Students get to work with current issues, combining all disciplines within this versatile field. They will gain in-depth insights into mechatronics, computer science and artificial intelligence (AI), but they will also delve into the key ethical, legal and economic issues surrounding the development of robotics. This gives students grip on both the technology and the broader context in which the robotic systems have to operate.

Jan Broenink, Programme Director of the Master Robotics

This Master’s brings together a number of important UT disciplines, including computer science, artificial intelligence, mechatronics, mechanical engineering and electrical engineering. We prepare students to become innovators and entrepreneurs in their field!

Jan Broenink, Programme Director of the Master Robotics

Multidisciplinary master's programme

The Robotics Master’s brings together several UT disciplines and is primarily founded by two faculties: EEMCS and ET. The programme has three specialisations:

  • Mechatronics and Physical AI

    In the specialisation Mechatronics and Physical AI, students learn to design and develop an intelligent robotic system that can safely interact with its surroundings by combining mechanics, electronics, control, and computing. They will become an expert in mechatronics, systems engineering, robot interaction, intelligent design, and machine learning.

  • Algorithms and Software AI

    The specialisation Algorithms and Software AI centres on a robot's decision-making process within a robotic system. Students learn to develop the robot's ability to process external signals and take appropriate actions. They acquire expertise in algorithms for perception, cognition, navigation, optimal estimation, and machine learning.

  • Human-Robot Interaction and Social AI

    The Human-Robot Interaction and Social AI specialisation focuses on how robotic systems interact with people in social settings, including communication, movement, and trust. Students learn about human-robot interaction algorithms, becoming specialists in robot and human cognition.

As robots are inherently multidisciplinary and programming them is a key issue, software development and systems engineering appear in all three specialisations.

Work on Real-life challenges

The programme has a strong focus on Challenge-Based Learning, offering students the opportunity to work on real-life challenges. As part of this approach, organisations and companies are actively involved in research and education projects. We invite them to share any challenges they might be facing and then get to work on them.

In addition, the Robotics programme provides three distinct profiles to equip students with the necessary skills for their future careers. These profiles are Research, for those who wish to further their studies and pursue an academic career, Design, for those who want to acquire tools and methods for working in companies, and Innovation & Environment, for those interested in starting a business and exploring the innovation cycle.

More information

Would you like to know more about the Master Robotics at the University of Twente? Make sure to visit our programme website.

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Contact

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dr.ir. J.F. Broenink (Jan) Programme Director MSc Robotics and MSc Systems and Control, and Associate Professor
+31534892793
 j.f.broenink@utwente.nl
Building: Carré C3437
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dr. H.J.B. Muijzer - Witteveen (Heidi) Programme Coordinator MSc Robotics & Challenge-Based Learning Teacher/Coordinator
+31534899503
 h.j.b.witteveen@utwente.nl
Building: Horst Complex BH214
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