Postgraduate Certificate in Robotics and Automation Engineering
Program start date | Application deadline |
2024-02-26 | - |
2024-07-15 | - |
2025-03-03 | - |
2025-07-21 | - |
Program Overview
The Postgraduate Certificate in Robotics and Automation Engineering provides a foundation in robotics and automation for further study or research. Taught by experts, it offers flexibility for those exploring postgraduate study without a long-term commitment. The program serves as a pathway to the Master's program and prepares graduates for careers in various industries, including healthcare, agriculture, and manufacturing.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Provides foundational knowledge in robotics and automation for pursuing further study or research.
- Serves as a pathway to the Master of Robotics and Automation Engineering program.
Outline:
- Taught program with 60 points of coursework.
- Requires completion of the following courses:
- At least one of COMPSYS 726 Robotics and Intelligent Systems (Semester One) or COMPSYS 730 Robotics and Society (Semester Two)
- At least one of ENGGEN 731 Agile and Lean Project Management (Semester One), ENGGEN 732 Systems Thinking and Project Business Case (Semester One), or MECHENG 709 Industrial Automation (Semester One)
- Up to two elective courses from the Electives tab.
Teaching:
- Taught by recognized experts with connections to industry and global research.
- Course content reflects recent real-world applications and emerging technologies.
Careers:
- Prepares graduates for a variety of careers in robotics and automation across various industries, including healthcare, agriculture, and manufacturing.
- Next start dates: 2024 Semester Two - 15 July, 2025 Semester One - 3 March.
- Entry requirements vary depending on the student's highest qualification:
- For University of Auckland graduates, a GPA of 4.0 in 120 points above Stage III is required.
- For graduates from other institutions, a GPA of 4.0 or higher in 75 points above Stage II is required.
- Completion of a relevant Bachelor's degree with a GPE of 4.0 is also accepted.
- For full-time study, the estimated student services fee is $532.80.
- Scholarships and awards may be available.
- Assessment
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Entry Requirements:
Domestic Students:
- Must have completed a Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in a relevant subject with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 in 120 points above Stage III.
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- A relevant bachelor's degree from the University of Auckland with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 75 points above Stage II.
International Students:
- Completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelor's degree with a Grade Point Equivalent of 4.0.
- Note: Whether a degree is considered relevant will depend on the courses passed.
- Entry requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually, and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.