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Master of Science in Human Robot Interaction

Heriot-Watt University - Edinburgh Campus

UK,Scotland

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 20,200/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

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UK, Scotland

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1966

Total Students: 31,000 +

Int. Students: 6,200 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Campus The Avenue, Edinburgh EH14 4AS

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Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Science in Human Robot Interaction

Program Overview

Heriot-Watt University is recognised as an international leader in robotics with a world-leading expertise in the area of human-robot interaction. This research area exists within the broad domain of artificial intelligence and has been identified as a one of the fastest growing areas for the UK.

This new two year programme offers a rare opportunity for students looking to transition to a new career in Robotics, yet coming from a background outside computing. Whether your experience lies in science, mathematicsm technology or arts, this pathway programme is a timely opportunity to become well-versed in the advanced, innovative field of human-robot interaction.

The programme educates graduates in the discipline of engineering robots that assist human beings in a manner that humans can control and shape. It is designed to meet the increasing demand in industry for experts to design, program, build and maintain robots that interact meaningfully and usefully with us in typical human social settings.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 20,200 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Heriot-Watt University - Edinburgh Campus

CAD 9,207 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 - 5.5 - With No Band Less Than
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have a Bachelor's Degree with evidence of numeracy and familiarity with a programming language..
This programme is designed for students with a non-Computer Science background who would benefit from a foundational year to help them to make a successful transition into HRI and therefore, students will only be recruited into Year 1 of this programme. There is no direct entry into Year 2 of this programme.

Minimum CGPA Required: 55.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

We are pleased to offer a limited number of scholarships for the January 2025 intake, available on a first-come, first-served basis:

£2,000 scholarships
£4,000 scholarships
£6,000 scholarships

Scholarship for Jan 2025

PG Scholarships ranging From £2000 to £6000
*Varies by Course* Limited seats, First come, First Served.
Block Your seat & Scholarships by Paying £1000 Deposit by 30^thSept.
CAS Deposit £4000.

Work Permit

PGWP

There are various options through which a student can get a post study work visa in the UK.
Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur Visa for the graduates with a genuine and credible business idea.
Tier 2 (General) is the leading immigration visa to work in the UK.
Tier 4 Doctorate Extension Scheme is for students who have completed their Ph.D. and is valid for 12 months for them to work, look for work or set up a business.
Tier 5 Youth Mobility is for individuals of certain countries like Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, and New Zealand aged between 18 -30 who wish to move to the UK.
Tier 5 GAE is for individuals who want to come to the UK for work experience, training, research or a fellowship.
UK Ancestry is for individuals who are a citizen of a commonwealth and plan to work in the UK and have a grandparent who was born in the UK.