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PROJ518
MSc Dissertation and Research Skills
60 credits
You will develop a methodical approach to research that helps propose research projects that are practically realistic and academically worthwhile. A substantial project will be planned and carried out using ethically suitable quantitative and qualitative research methods. The project will be reported through a high quality, scholarly and professional write-up, either as a formal dissertation or journal paper.
100% Coursework
ROCO507Z
Advanced Robot Design and Prototyping
20 credits
This module aims to give the students a theoretical and practical understanding of designing and building advanced robot assemblies and mechanisms, through engineering and bioinspired approaches.
70% Coursework
30% Examinations
ELEC520
Distributed and Interactive Communications Systems
20 credits
In this module, students will develop applications involving interconnected hardware devices and software capabilities. Devices include both embedded and networked computers. Capabilities include sensor data acquisition, actuator control, and behaviour generation. The module will cover both theory and practical work, including management of code complexity, and dealing with real-time and reliability issues.
70% Coursework
30% Examinations
COMP5019
Natural Language Processing and Large Language Models
20 credits
This module introduces the foundational concepts and applications of Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Large Language Models (LLMs). It covers the theoretical underpinnings of language processing techniques and provides experience in developing and fine-tuning LLM models. Students will learn how NLP and LLMs, such as BERT and GPT, are utilized in diverse domains enabling them to tackle complex challenges effectively.
100% Coursework
MECH544
Data Processing, Simulation and Optimisation of Engineering Systems
20 credits
Data Processing part of the module explores the benefits and limitations of data processing in engineering practice. State of the art tools and techniques will be introduced in this module. Simulation and Optimisation of Engineering Systems part will provide the tools to enable the students to develop dynamic simulation of engineering systems, predict their behaviour and optimise their performance using MATLAB/Simulink.
100% Coursework
ROCO509
Intelligent Sensors and Actuators in Engineering Systems
The module covers a range of classical and smart sensors and actuators, which can be applied in interactive and automated system, with emphasis on several key sensors and actuators. It also introduces the micro sensors/actuators devices as well as the automated recycling concept. Besides, this module provides a strong hands-on through inertial measurement unit (IMU) lab practice.
ROCO510Z
Computer Vision and Deep Learning
This module will provide an advanced knowledge of computer vision systems for autonomous robots. It will be underpinned by current theoretical understanding of animal vision systems, feature detection/recognition, and stereo vision/calibration. This module will also introduce the use of deep-learning neural networks (deep feedforward, convolutional, and recurrent) in vision systems.
Every postgraduate taught course has a detailed programme specification document describing the programme aims, the programme structure, the teaching and learning methods, the learning outcomes and the rules of assessment.
The following programme specification represents the latest programme structure and may be subject to change:
2024-2025 | 2025-2026 | |
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Home | £10,700 | £11,350 |
International | £19,800 | £20,400 |
Part time (Home) | £590 | £630 |
Telephone: +44 1752 585858
Email: admissions@plymouth.ac.uk
International progression routes
The centre builds on the world-leading and international excellence in the field of artificial intelligence, cognitive robotics and neural computation
Exploring the application of AI techniques to the navigation, guidance and control of autonomous vehicles, wave energy devices and marine propulsion systems
Exploring interdisciplinary research opportunities at the interfaces of nanotechnology, electronics and other disciplines
Learn more about the experiences of some of our robotics graduates
Ishita Parekh
Ishita won the 70th Anniversary British Council Scholarship for Indian women pursuing a masters degree in STEM
Baptiste Arnou
Baptiste works as an optimisation software engineer for Smart Me Up
Anurag Sure
Anurag now works as a Marketing Coordinator for Securifi Embedded Systems
Studying robotics at Plymouth was a transformative experience.