MScRobotics and Computer Engineering

University of Tartu
Estonia, Tartu

Faculty of Science and Technology

Study location	Estonia, Tartu
Type	Postgraduate, full-time
Nominal duration	2 years
Study language	English
Awards	MSc

Tuition fee	€5,000 per year There are 15 tuition-waivers available for top ranked applicants in 2020/21, including 13 tuition-waivers for EU/EEA/Swiss applicants, 2 tuition-waivers for other applicants. More information on tuition fees is available at www.ut.ee/tuition-fees.
Application fee	€50 one-time Application fee is non-refundable. Further information: www.ut.ee/application-fee

Tuition fee

€5,000 per year

There are 15 tuition-waivers available for top ranked applicants in 2020/21, including 13 tuition-waivers for EU/EEA/Swiss applicants, 2 tuition-waivers for other applicants. More information on tuition fees is available at www.ut.ee/tuition-fees.

Application fee

€50 one-time

Application fee is non-refundable.
Further information: www.ut.ee/application-fee

Entry qualification	Undergraduate diploma (or higher) Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in information technology, electrical and electronic engineering, computer science, mechanic engineering, software engineering, computer engineering, information systems or a related field. NB! For country-specific document requirements please see www.ut.ee/country-specific. Eligible applicants must have completed the following (in total for the value of 45 ECTS) in their prior learning period: - higher mathematics (6 ECTS), physics (6 ECTS), programming (6 ECTS) and computer hardware (3 ECTS); - courses in electronics, computer engineering, computer technology or informatics – minimum for the value of 24 ECTS. Please be sure to check further information on required documents and our step-by-step application guide at www.tuit.ut.ee/robotics-and-computer-engineering. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Estonian.

Entry qualification

Undergraduate diploma (or higher)

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in information technology, electrical and electronic engineering, computer science, mechanic engineering, software engineering, computer engineering, information systems or a related field. NB! For country-specific document requirements please see www.ut.ee/country-specific.

Eligible applicants must have completed the following (in total for the value of 45 ECTS) in their prior learning period:
- higher mathematics (6 ECTS), physics (6 ECTS), programming (6 ECTS) and computer hardware (3 ECTS);
- courses in electronics, computer engineering, computer technology or informatics – minimum for the value of 24 ECTS.

Please be sure to check further information on required documents and our step-by-step application guide at www.tuit.ut.ee/robotics-and-computer-engineering.

The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Estonian.

Language requirements	English All applicants must comply with our English language requirements. The only acceptable English tests and exempt categories are specified at www.ut.ee/requirements.

Language requirements

English

All applicants must comply with our English language requirements. The only acceptable English tests and exempt categories are specified at www.ut.ee/requirements.

Other requirements	A motivation letter must be added to your application. The master’s programme in Robotics and Computer Engineering has three specialisations: computer engineering, robotics and space technology. 1. Which of the three specialisations interests you most and why? 2. How does your previous learning and/or working experience relate to this specialisation? If none of the three specialisations is familiar to you, please describe some other field of interest you consider relevant for this application. 3. Name three important persons and events related to your field of interest, and explain why you choose these particular persons and events. 4. In what role do you see yourself professionally after completion of the programme? 5. What might be the ”big thing” you’d like to accomplish in your field of interest? What was the Earth and what was its purpose in Douglas Adams’ trilogy in five parts “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy”? (optional, not for assessment). Additionally, please provide the following information (can be uploaded as a separate document): - list your previous study and work experience; - if applicable, list the conferences, workshops, competitions etc. you have attended (preferably related to your specialisation); - if applicable, list your extracurricular activities (preferably related to your specialisation); - name up to 3 academic/professional references (optional). Evaluation criteria: - fit between the student’s background and goals, and the study programme (40%) - analytical and argumentation skills (40%) - fluency of written English (20%)

Other requirements

A motivation letter must be added to your application.

The master’s programme in Robotics and Computer Engineering has three specialisations: computer engineering, robotics and space technology.

1. Which of the three specialisations interests you most and why?
2. How does your previous learning and/or working experience relate to this specialisation?
If none of the three specialisations is familiar to you, please describe some other field of interest you consider relevant for this application.
3. Name three important persons and events related to your field of interest, and explain why you choose these particular persons and events.
4. In what role do you see yourself professionally after completion of the programme?
5. What might be the ”big thing” you’d like to accomplish in your field of interest?

What was the Earth and what was its purpose in Douglas Adams’ trilogy in five parts “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy”? (optional, not for assessment).

Additionally, please provide the following information (can be uploaded as a separate document):
- list your previous study and work experience;
- if applicable, list the conferences, workshops, competitions etc. you have attended (preferably related to your specialisation);
- if applicable, list your extracurricular activities (preferably related to your specialisation);
- name up to 3 academic/professional references (optional).

Evaluation criteria:
- fit between the student’s background and goals, and the study programme (40%)
- analytical and argumentation skills (40%)
- fluency of written English (20%)

More information	ut.ee/robotics

Overview

Master’s programme in Robotics and Computer Engineering trains highly qualified roboticists, computer and space engineers. The programme provides broad knowledge in the field of robotics, computer engineering or space technology. Graduates can work in enterprises or research and development centres connected to their field of study.

Programme structure

http://rce.tuit.ut.ee/node/20

Career opportunities

Robotics and Computer Engineering graduates find work in high tech companies, telecommunication companies, computer companies, software companies, aerospace technology companies, public administration etc. Since the studies are in English, it is possible to work everywhere in the world.

Graduates can work as engineers (e.g. computer and systems engineers), hardware and software architects, system analysts, but also as quality, technology and purchasing managers.

Graduates can also continue their studies at PhD level in physics, engineering and technology or informatics.

Apply now! Fall semester 2020/21

Aug 31, 2020

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Application deadlines apply to citizens of: United States