About the course

This course covers all major disciplines in automation and control. It provides advanced education for both practising professionals and new graduates. You'll learn practical skills including: a focus on fundamentals in automation, control and practical application in industry

　　Core learning includes:

　　linear controller design and state space with Matlab applications, industrial automation, PLCs and robotics, distributed control systems

　　digital control systems, application of engineering and computing expertise to investigate complex problems

　　You'll learn crucial innovative techniques, including practical design skills and research methodologies. These are ideal for further research studies (PhD) and careers in a wide range of sectors.

　　Our experts have worldwide reputations in electrical engineering, mechatronics, and control systems research. With strong industry links, our degrees are shaped by industry and provide you with an enhanced learning journey.

　　The flexible nature of this programme allows you to specialise in one of two streams: Control Systems, Mechatronics Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Newcastle upon Tyne
Autumn (September), 2025	Newcastle upon Tyne
Autumn (September), 2026	Newcastle upon Tyne

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Newcastle University

A 2:2 BEng honours degree, or international equivalent, in:

　　electrical and electronic engineering

　　computer engineering

　　mechanical engineering

　　physics

　　communications or information and control engineering

　　Direct Entry: IELTS 6.0 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in all sub-skills).

　　TOEFL 79 overall (with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking, and 17 in writing).

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Newcastle University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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