Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Robotics Science and Engineering

The Graduate Certificate (GC) in Robotics Science and Engineering is a coursework-based programme that offers a comprehensive coverage of topics relevant to local industries where the applications of robots are increasing significantly. The courses offered in this GC programme will enhance the knowledge and expertise of engineers and prepare them for new challenges in related industrial sectors.

Curriculum

A candidate is expected to pass three courses (12 Units) and achieve a minimum overall Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 (out of 5) to graduate. Among the 12 Units, at least 4 Units must be core course/s, and the rest can be elective courses. A course typically carries 4 Units unless otherwise stated.

List of GC in Robotics Science and Engineering courses

• Core Courses
  • ME5421 Robot Kinematics (2 units)
  • ME5409 Robot Dynamics and Control (2 units)
  • ME5410 Materials, Sensors, Actuators & Fabrication in Robotics (4 units)
• Elective Courses
  • ME5411 Robot Vision and AI (4 units)
  • ME5412 Robotics for Healthcare (4 units)
  • ME5413 Autonomous Mobile Robotics (4 units)
  • ME5414 Optimization Techniques for Dynamic Systems (4 units)
  • ME5415 Advanced Soft Robotics (4 units)
  • ME5416 Mathematics for Robotics Engineering (4 units)
  • ME5418 Machine Learning in Robotics (4 units)
  • ME5419 Probabilistic Robotics for Manipulation (4 units)
  • ME5420 Advance Robot Mechanics and Control (4 units)
  • ME5422 Computer Control and Applications (4 units)
  • ME5423 Autonomous Mobile Robotics (4 units)
  • ME5424 Swarm Robotics and Aerial Robotics (4 units)
  • ME5425 Cognitive Robotics (4 units)
  • ME5704 Numerical Methods in Mechanical Engineering and Robotics (4 units)

Period of Candidature

The maximum period of candidature is 2 years.

Award of Graduate Certificate

Upon completion of 12 Units with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 2.50 (out of 5), the Graduate Certificate is awarded. For students who want to advance to the Master of Science (M.Sc) in Robotics programme, the minimum overall GPA must be 3.0 and above, and subject to the approval of the department.

Class Timetable

Courses are usually taught on weekday evenings from 6-9 pm. Exams may be held during working hours on weekdays.

Admissions

Admission Criteria

• Eligibility: Bachelor's degree holders (with honours or equivalent) in relevant areas of robotics such as Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Control, Mechatronics, Automation, Robotic Engineering, Medicine Engineering, Physics, etc.
• The above-mentioned is a minimum requirement, which does not guarantee admission; selection is on a competitive basis.

Admission Intake

There are two intakes per Academic Year. Candidates will be admitted at the beginning of each semester of the academic year, in either August or January.

• Intake: August 2026 Intake
  • Application Period: May to June 2026
  • Application Outcome: End-June 2026
• Intake: January 2026 Intake
  • Application Period: 4 October to 3 November 2025
  • Application Outcome: End-November 2025

Tuition Fees

The full tuition fee for the programme is SGD 17,400 before GST (SGD 18,966 including 9% GST). Miscellaneous Student Fees will also be charged by the university.