Undergraduate
Automation and Robotics Engineering
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131 UWA (131 892)
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This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.
Career Pathways
You can find careers in areas such as:
- Automation lead
- Robotics system developer
- Robotics and automation engineer or consultant
- Mechatronic engineer
- Mechanical engineer
- Computer systems engineer
- Data scientist
Fees and scholarships
Domestic Student Fees
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Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
International Student Fees
Onshore international students are charged an annual course fee, charged per credit point at a rate dependent on the course in which the student is enrolled. Annual course fees are calculated based on an annual study load. Check the handbook to confirm the annual study load for your course.
Find out more about international student tuition fees and visit the fee calculator for the relevant course fees.
Fees are subject to annual indexation.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
Admission requirements
The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you’re interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.
Minimum entry requirements
- 3.3
- 79
- 270
- 330
- 300
- 66
- 1170
- 60
- 80
Admission requirements
Admission Requirements
- Scaled score of at least 50 in Mathematics Methods ATAR
- Scaled score of at least one of the following three subjects*: Chemistry ATAR, Physics ATAR or Mathematics Specialist ATAR
*All three subjects are recommended. If you do not have all three, then you can use up to two of your free electives to pick up missing prerequisite knowledge in your first year.
English competency
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
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Course details
Combining relevant aspects from all engineering disciplines, software development, electronic hardware design and mechatronics, this major covers the principles, design and operation of industrial robot manipulators, as well as intelligent autonomous robots and self-driving vehicles.
Robotics, automation and Industry 4.0 will provide some of the most exciting opportunities and biggest challenges of our times. With new technologies being conceived every day, this is a rapidly evolving, exciting field that pushes the boundaries of what is possible.
This course is designed for those interested in contributing to developments in these fields and will provide you with the broad interdisciplinary knowledge and skills that industry is looking for.
The course combines software development with electronic hardware and mechanical/mechatronics design.
During your studies you will have hands-on experience in Python and C programming. You will design and run testing of digital and embedded systems, develop control methodologies for automation and robotics applications and work on open-ended projects in teams which include taking personal responsibility, reflection on ethical practice in engineering, and the use of industry standard codes and processes.
Quick details
- Available
- Full-time, Part-time
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- MJD-EAUTO
- 106081B
- 4-years full time
- UH011
Why study Automation and Robotics Engineering?
- Robotics, automation, artificial intelligence and Industry 4.0 are high-growth areas, with strong demand for skills and knowledge
- Along with the technical expertise, you‘ll develop the multidisciplinary professional skills and breadth of knowledge industry is seeking
- You will become an industry-ready engineer with sought-after automation and robotic expertise. Robotics are increasingly instrumental in engineering projects with remote operating systems, in offshore projects, mining, agriculture and healthcare – the driving forces of our economy.
Student clubs
Whatever you’re interested in, you’ll find people here to share your journey.
Enhance your employability while making lifelong friends and connections by joining one of our many student clubs, such as:
- The UWA Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) Student Branch
- Electrical and Electronic Engineers of WA (EEEWA)
- Robogals
- UWA Robotics Club
- UWA Makers
- The UWA Motorsport Team (UWAM)
- The University Engineers' Club (UEC)
- The UWA Young Engineers' Club (UWAYE)
- Engineers Without Borders (EWB)
Find out more about all our student clubs from the UWA Student Guild.
You'll learn to
- Utilise advanced technical automation and robotics engineering skills in problem identification, simplification, analysis, planning, design, implementation and operation for an exciting career in Engineering.
- Create innovative engineering solutions to solve complex issues by applying critical thinking skills and your knowledge of established engineering methods
- Understand and implement the mathematical foundations underlying automation and robotics engineering concepts
- Develop a deep practical understanding of the core concepts of automation and robotics engineering and extend this knowledge to more specialised areas such as advanced manufacturing, mechatronics, digital systems, microprocessors and embedded systems, factory automation, manufacturing and automotive industries
- Work effectively in a team, bringing leadership and accountability to successfully solve real-world problems
Work Experience
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) offers work integrated learning (WIL) opportunities where you can:
- Gain practical hands-on industry relevant experience and skills
- Bridge the gap between theory and practice
- Develop employability skills through a science work placement
As part of your studies, you will complete a 12-week practicum and professional-development experience. This can be achieved by spending at least eight weeks in an engineering environment of your choice.
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Your degree options
This major is offered as a degree-specific major for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Provisional accreditation
The Automation and Robotics Engineering major (MJD-EAUTO) in any course leading to a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) is provisionally accredited by Engineers Australia (EA).
Graduate with two degrees
The combined degree option allows you to pair your Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree with another passion, broadening your career options and giving you an edge in a rapidly changing workforce.
You can combine the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with:
You’ll graduate with two Bachelor degrees in just five years*, opening up a world of possible career paths while broadening your knowledge, networks and horizons.
Duration: 5 years*
ATAR: 88
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)
Ideal for high-achievers with a passion for engineering, this combined degree gives you the opportunity to get hands-on undergraduate research experience, one-on-one mentoring from leading academics and overseas exchange and education opportunities.
Duration: 5.5 - 6.5 years
ATAR: 98
*Chemical Engineering major will take 5.5 years to complete.
*Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Modern Languages will take 5.25 to 5.5 years to complete.