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Robotics PhD

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor , United States
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PhD
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Robotics Engineering | Artificial Intelligence | Computer Science
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Information and Communication Technologies | Engineering
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English
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Program Overview

Introduction to the Robotics PhD Program

The Robotics PhD program has similar course requirements to other PhD programs. PhD students may earn a master's degree as part of their PhD program, provided they do not already have a master's degree in Robotics.


Program Requirements

To complete the PhD coursework requirements, students will complete at least 6 credits beyond the 30 required for the master's degree to satisfy specific course requirements. If entering with a relevant master's degree, students must only complete ROB 501, ROB 550, ROB 590, and the depth, breadth, and cognate requirements, which is a minimum of 26 credits.


Rackham Residency Requirement

The Rackham Residency requirement states that at least 18 of the 36 course credits required for a PhD be earned at the University of Michigan, for those entering with master's degrees from other institutions.


Thesis Requirements

PhD students must propose, write, and defend a thesis on an original research topic. At least a year prior to the final thesis defense, the student must defend a proposal to the PhD committee.


GPA Requirements

A student must maintain a cumulative 3.5 GPA (on a 4.0 scale, A=4.0) and must make a grade of B+ or higher in all courses counted toward the Robotics PhD degree.


PhD Credit Distribution Requirements

  • Without a relevant master's degree:
    • 8 credits of core coursework: ROB 550 (4 credits) & ROB 501 (4 credits)
    • 12 credits to fulfill breadth and depth requirements unless course equivalency has been granted
      • Breadth requirement: 9 credits (at least 1 course from each of the 3 core areas: sensing, acting, reasoning)
      • Depth requirement: 3 credits in depth area (at least 1 additional course taken from at least one of the 3 core areas: sensing, acting, reasoning)
    • 3 credits of graded cognate coursework
    • 3-6 credits of Directed Study (ROB 590)
  • With a relevant master's degree:
    • 8 credits of core coursework: ROB 550 (4 credits) & ROB 501 (4 credits)
    • 12 credits of technical graded courses unless course equivalency has been granted
      • Breadth requirement: 9 credits (at least 1 course from each of the 3 core areas: sensing, acting, reasoning)
      • Depth requirement: 3 credits in depth area (at least 1 additional course taken from at least one of the 3 core areas: sensing, acting, reasoning)
    • 3 credits of graded cognate coursework
    • 3-6 credits of Directed Study (ROB 590)
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