Robotics and Control

To apply for this programme you must have

• bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Informatics/Information Technology
• 7,5 ECTS in programming 
• 25 ECTS in mathematics and/or statistics from the bachelor’s degree
• an average grade of at least C (according to the ECTS grading scale) on your bachelor's degree 
• proof of your English proficiency 

Applicants will be ranked on the basis of grade average from their bachelor's degree.

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You apply via Søknadsweb, where you fill in your details and upload all the required documents.

There are different application deadlines based on which country you apply from:

• 1 November: Admission for international applicants from countries outside of the European Union / the European Economic Area (EEA) / Switzerland
• 1 March: early admission for applicants from the European Union, the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland, and for non-EU/EEA citizens with a Norwegian national ID number residing in Norway
• 15 April: ordinary admission for applicants from the European Union, the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland, and for non-EU/EEA citizens with a Norwegian national ID number residing in Norway 

For students from the EU/EEA/EFTA the only cost of this programme is the semester fee (student.oslomet.no) of approximately NOK 1,000, which you pay each semester of the programme. For these students there are no tuition fees.

For students from countries outside the EU/EEA/EFTA there are tuition fees in addition to the semester fee (student.oslomet.no).

The specialization in Robotics and Control emphasizes understanding the technologies and methodologies behind modern robots, drones, industrial process control and autonomous systems.

Robotics and control systems are combined with AI and computer technologies, to develop and demonstrate digital twins, cyber-physical systems, smart production technology and Industry 4.0.

As a ACIT robotics and control student, you will start the first semester with social-scientific activities. You will get to know your peer-students, teachers and our research facilities.  

Our robotics and control courses are focused on solving real industrial problems.  

You will participate in three robotics and control courses (10 ECTS each), and as an elective course you can choose one of the many ACIT elective courses.  

In our specialisation courses, you will work on inspiring assignments in groups of two to five students, and in the middle of the third semester you choose an application area for your individual project-based exam.  

During the two years you will become fluent in presenting and documenting your work with high academic standard. For your master thesis, you can join our industrial research projects or plan your own project with a company.

The aim of the specialization is for you to

• learn the theories, technologies and methodologies used in modern robotics and control systems
• gain hands-on practical experience and technical skills in implementing robotics and control methods to solve real-world problems
• understand what is needed to develop robotic and intelligent systems, and use them to create innovative solutions and solve societal challenges 

Programme description (student.oslomet.no)

Join an exciting journey into robotics and cybernetics! As a Master’s student with us, you’ll begin your first semester with a mix of academic and social activities that foster a strong sense of community from day one. You’ll get to know your fellow students, lecturers, and our state-of-the-art research facilities.

The programme is built on active learning – you’ll master advanced theory through the hands-on application of technology. All teaching is in English, preparing you well for an international career.

What can you expect? Four exciting specialisation modules with inspiring group assignments (2–3 students). No traditional on-campus written exams; midway through the semester you choose your own topic for an individual, project-based take-home assessment.

Opportunities to immerse yourself in research or to work on concrete projects in collaboration with industry or the public sector.

Flexibility in your study pathway. Choose between an extended Master’s thesis (60 credits), perfect if you want to delve deeply into research. Short Master’s thesis (30 credits) plus three optional modules – offers breadth and the opportunity to combine with modules in applied computing and information technology.

A varied teaching and learning experience:

• On-campus lectures, practical classes and seminars
• Digital learning resources (including video lectures)
• Group work and independent study
• Project-based learning

With us, you have the freedom to shape your own path – but also the responsibility that comes with it.  A completed Master’s degree is proof of your ability to work independently. That’s why the programme is tightly structured at the start and more flexible towards the end. 

This overview shows all the specialisations in the Master's Degree Programme (MSc) in Applied computer and Information Technology. The subjects in Robotics and Control are listed per academic year under the heading "Robotics and Control".

This overview is updated each spring, and until then it shows the courses available to current students.

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You can go on exchange in the third semester.

You can find information about exchange on our student website (student.oslomet.no). 

There is demand for electrical and mechanical engineers with multidisciplinary skills in automation, robotics, AI and ICT within Norwegian industry.

The ACIT robotics and control specialisation has a unique combination of subjects targeted to meet these demands, and enable your dream career.

The specialisation in Robotics and Control enables you to qualify as senior professional to both public and private sector, for example consulting engineers, and professionals in innovation and development.  

With a specialization in Robotics and Control you are particularly well qualified for jobs such as automation engineer and robotics engineer.

It is not uncommon to get positions such as manager, team leader, subject manager or project manager after a few years’ experience in the industry or public sector.

As a technologist, you are not tied to a particular sector or industry. Technologists work in health, education, entertainment, public transport and almost every other conceivable part of society .

An advantage of studying technology is that you don't have to decide which sector you want to work in from the start. You can change paths during your career.

The degree also qualifies for PhD programmes, depending on your specialization and grades.