Master's Programme in AI & Robotics

Learn about state-of-the-art artificial intelligence and robotics together with some of Sweden's leading researchers. Our highly-rated program prepares you for advanced development and research in AI, self-driving cars, smart homes, and more.

The International MSc program in Robotics and Intelligent Systems gives you a computer science degree at the cutting edge of today’s research in AI and smart robots. Within the program, you will learn (among other things) about the methods used by autonomous vehicles to know where they are, how the navigation software in your phone finds the best route, and the sensors that robots and intelligent systems use to perceive the world, as well as machine learning methods used by computers to make difficult choices or learn to recognize the patterns around them.

The first year is centered around a ”raise your robot” theme. From day 1, you get access to a robot kit, which you will give more and more skills as the courses within the program progress.

The program is embedded in Örebro University's Centre for Applied Autonomous Sensor Systems (AASS), which is one of Sweden's largest academic research centers in AI and robotics.

Upon graduation, you will be able to work with advanced technologies such as decision support systems for the industry, autonomous vehicles, sensor systems, and in-home service robots. Our graduates have gone on to work at places as varied as MathWorks (mathematical computing software), DICE (video game developer), and Epiroc (advanced mining vehicles), and many have pursued a scientific research career.

Qualifications (degree awarded)

Degree of Master of Arts/Science [60 credits], Degree of Master of Arts/Science [120 credits]

Program Content

The program is divided into blocks of course modules, typically with two modules running in parallel over 10 weeks each. You can choose to graduate after one year (60 ECTS credits) or two years (120 ECTS).

The first semester starts with an Introduction course which introduces key topics and gives hands-on experience with modern programming frameworks for robotics. You will also have courses in Machine Learning (image classification, predictions, etc), Sensors and Sensing (how robots can see the world around them), and Robot Modelling and Control (enabling robots to move as planned).

The second semester starts with Artificial Intelligence (for problem-solving and searching), and Probabilistic Robotics (including robotic mapping and localization). If you aim for a one-year Master's degree you conclude the year with a 15-ECTS MSc thesis project. If you want to continue to the second year of the program, you will instead take courses on Multi-Agent Systems (making independent robots work together as a team) and Planning & Scheduling (how do I get from A to B, and how should tasks be ordered in order to achieve a goal).

The second-year has a higher focus on project work. The third semester is to a large part dedicated to Integrated Project Work, where you will work together with your course mates, deepening your understanding of the topics studied earlier by implementing a group project. Finally, in the fourth semester you will complete a 30-ECTS MSc thesis, typically embedded in one of our ongoing international research projects or in cooperation with industrial partners.

Örebro University in rankings

Örebro University is on several ranking lists made by different organizations. These rankings compare universities with respect to research and education, among other things. Below are some of the rankings where Örebro University is included.

Örebro University in Times Higher Education rankings

For several consecutive years, Örebro University has come out strong in a number of Times Higher Education (THE) world rankings.

Örebro University on Shanghai ranking

Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), also known as the Shanghai ranking, has ranked the world’s top universities since 2003. Since 2009, ShanghaiRanking Consultancy is the official publisher of the ranking.

Career

This degree provides the possibility to pursue an exciting career in the industry as well as academia. Specialists capable of developing and maintaining complex intelligent systems are already much sought after and will become paramount in the future. With a special focus on Robotics and Intelligent Systems, you can start a career as a developer in advanced technologies such as unmanned vehicles, automation, computer vision and advanced AI software development. The Master's degree also makes you eligible for PhD studies for an academic career.

In particular, during your thesis project work, you will have the opportunity to interact with future employers. Many of our graduates have gone on to further positions within academia and within leading companies in the field (ABB, Mathworks, etc.)