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Study Robotics and AI at Lincoln

Join us at the University of Lincoln and be part of the future of AI and robotics technology! Whether you’re starting your journey with our undergraduate robotics-flavoured degrees, advancing your knowledge with our MSc, or pursuing research through our postgraduate programmes, we offer the expertise, facilities, and connections to help you succeed in your robotics career. 

The University of Lincoln offers world-class education in robotics and autonomous systems, with programmes enriched by the research excellence of the Lincoln Centre for Autonomous Systems (L-CAS), one of the UK’s leading robotics research centres and contributing members of the UK-RAS and EU Robotics networks. The Lincoln Agri-Robotics (LAR) project, funded in 2019 by Research England’s Expanding Excellence in England (E3) fund (first cohort), led to significant expansion of our robotics capabilities, bridging L-CAS with the Lincoln Institute for Agri-food Technology (LIAT). Together, we earned a 2023 Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Innovation in Agri-Food Technology. We lead two UKRI-funded doctoral training centres: AgriFoRwArdS (funded by EPSRC) and SUSTAIN (funded by UKRI’s AI CDT programme). 

Undergraduate ProgrammesMSc Robotics &  
Artificial Intelligence		PhD in 
Computer Science, 
Engineering or 
Agri-Robotics 

At Lincoln, you’ll learn from leading researchers who are pushing the boundaries of robotics technology. You’ll have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, including Boston Dynamics Spot robots, industrial robotic manipulators, PAL Robotics ARI humanoids, and various mobile robots. L-CAS provides an exceptional research environment that enhances your learning experience throughout your studies.

BSc, BEng, MEng programmes with Robotics

Many of the University’s BSc, BEng and MEng programmes offer an opportunity to get into robotics, be it comprehensive foundation in robotics engineering, machine learninig and AI, or robot programming. In many modules, you’ll learn through hands-on experience with real robots, working on practical projects that solve real-world problems. 

Key Features: 

  • Strong focus on practical skills and industry-relevant knowledge 
  • Direct engagement with L-CAS and LAR research projects 
  • Teaching informed by world-leading research 
  • Opportunities for industry collaboration and summer placements 
  • Access to extracurricular activities to upskill robotic knowledge (e.g. join our RoboCup team! https://lcastor.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/) 

Explore some of the robotics-flavoured programmes:

  • Project-based learning in BSc Robotics

MSc Robotics and Artificial Intelligence

Take your robotics knowledge to the next level with our advanced MSc programme. This course equips you with specialist skills in robotics and AI, preparing you for a career at the cutting edge of technology.

Key Features:

  • Advanced training in robotics and AI technologies
  • Access to L-CAS’s extensive research facilities
  • Opportunity to contribute to ongoing research projects
  • Industry-relevant dissertation projects
  • Strong links to agricultural robotics research
  • Expert supervision from leading researchers

Learn more about MSc Robotics and AI

An example project in the MSc Robotics and AI

Research Degrees in Robotics and Related Disciplines

Ready to push the boundaries of robotics research? The University of Lincoln offers PhD and MSc by Research programmes supervised by our world-leading academics. L-CAS is also proud to be part of two Centres for Doctoral Training, the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Agri-Food Robotics (AgriFoRwArdS) and the UKRI AI Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Sustainable Understandable agri-food Systems Transformed by Artificial INtelligence (SUSTAIN). SUSTAIN is offering funded (bursary and fees covered) opportunities for doctoral studies annually.

Research Opportunities:

  • PhD programmes in various robotics specialisations
  • MSc by Research options
  • Supervision from leading robotics experts
  • Access to state-of-the-art research facilities
  • Regular funded opportunities through research projects (e.g. through CDT, EU Projects, and direct industry funding)

Before making a formal application for our research degrees, we encourage prospective research students to discuss their interests with potential supervisors. This increases your chances of acceptance and ensures a good match between your interests and our expertise.

Join us at the University of Lincoln and be part of the future of robotics technology. Whether you’re starting your journey with our BSc, advancing your knowledge with our MSc, or pursuing research through our postgraduate programmes, we offer the expertise, facilities, and connections to help you succeed in your robotics career.