There are two entry points into this Master of Engineering Science specialisation depending on your cognate background. This provides a structured and supportive option for students with a non-cognate background, while enabling students with cognate backgrounds earlier flexibility in their course selection. Both entry points equate to the same duration of 2 years (96 UOC), and differ only in the order and structure of core foundation courses.
Students with a cognate background:
Entry into the Master’s program requires completion of a 4-year Bachelor of Engineering degree (or equivalent) or 3-year Engineering Science degree in a cognate discipline. A minimum 65% average, or its equivalent, throughout the qualifying bachelor’s degree is mandatory.*
Students with a non-cognate background:
Students with a non-cognate background can enter the Master of Engineering Science via the Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science/Master of Engineering Science pathway.
Entry into the pathway requires completion of a 4-year Bachelor of Engineering degree (or equivalent) or 3-year Engineering Science degree in any engineering discipline.
A minimum 65% average, or its equivalent, throughout the qualifying bachelor’s degree is mandatory.*
Successful applicants will be offered entry to the Master of Engineering Science via the Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science/Master of Engineering Science pathway. Students can transition to the Master of Engineering Science after successfully completing the Graduate Certificate. The total study duration is the same as the entry point for students with a cognate background (2 years/ 96 UOC). There is no separate application required for this pathway. Applicants with non-cognate backgrounds must apply for the Master of Engineering Science to be considered for this entry.
Qualifications from non-211 Chinese Universities will require a 70% average
Recognition of Prior Learning is the transfer of credit towards your program from previous study. If you have relevant previous study experience, you may be eligible for credit points that would enable you to complete your Master of Engineering Science in as little as one year, or another accelerated option listed below dependent on your previous study.
UNSW Master of Engineering Science (Robotics) is a 2-year full-time postgraduate degree for students wanting to explore and specialise in the growing field of Robotics and automation. The degree is designed for students with a background in engineering and a recognised undergraduate degree to provide a foundation for continued learning.
The Master of Robotics offers unique opportunities to combine a range of essential elements from a number of disciplines to develop modern day robotics and autonomous systems – and change the world for the better. In this degree, you’ll develop the knowledge, tools and strategies to design and develop state-of-the art-robotic systems that answer human challenges.
You’ll be able to develop and expand your knowledge and skills in your current area of expertise and meet or maintain professional accreditation standards. Postgraduate study also opens the door to increased professional opportunities and greater involvement in the research sphere of this specialisation. This degree offers core disciplinary knowledge, advanced disciplinary knowledge and an advanced research component in the field of Robotics. It’s a comprehensive postgraduate study option for professional Mechanical/Electrical engineers or Computer Scientists wishing to upgrade their skills or extend their knowledge.
Advance your knowledge in Robotics with a degree from Australia’s top-ranking Engineering faculty. We're ranked #1 in Australia and #33 globally for Engineering and Technology. As well as this, 7 of UNSW's Engineering schools are ranked in the global top 50 with one school ranked in the global top 10 for Engineering subjects (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2026).
You’ll study at UNSW’s School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, ranked #2 in Australia for Mechanical, Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2026).
On top of this, we're ranked #3 in Australia for Mechanical Engineering (Shanghai Ranking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS), 2025).
UNSW is known for its graduate employability, with UNSW awarded the Most Employable students for seven years in a row (AFR Top 100 Future Leaders & Graduate Employers Awards, 2020–2026).
We produce internationally acclaimed research, working closely with industry to provide innovative solutions to the sector. We’re leaders in research into Robotics and Autonomous Systems. Working with state-of-the-art sensors, we apply complex theories to the development of next generation robotic systems and autonomous vehicles. Due to recent investment, we’re now home to many cutting-edge laboratory facilities which are unique nationally.
There’s a range of benefits from studying with us: