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Engineering (Robotics), BSE

Engineers are creative problem-solvers who help shape the future. Solve hands-on engineering problems through industry-sponsored capstone projects in robotics, in one of the fastest-growing fields with demand across every industry.

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A student adjusts a soft robotics arm in a lab filled with equipment, showcasing hands-on learning in ASU's BSE Engineering (Robotics) degree.

Quick facts

Courses

120 credit hours
Math intensity: Substantial program math intensity substantial
First required math course: MAT 265 - Calculus for Engineers I
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Additional facts

STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes

International students (F1) can extend U.S. work experience by 24 months.

Accreditation and professional licensure

Accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET,

Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Degree description

Engineering (Robotics) degree description

In the Bachelor of Science in Engineering program, you prepare to collaborate across disciplines to design and build solutions to practical problems.

As a BSE student, you apply fundamental engineering knowledge and design thinking to authentic projects every semester. In the robotics concentration of the BSE program, you build a broad engineering foundation to which you add the skills and knowledge you need to contribute robotics subject matter expertise on transdisciplinary engineering teams. This expertise includes electromechanical systems, sensor and actuator integration, embedded digital systems application, and design and analysis of dynamic systems. The robotics curriculum also provides significant hands-on experience designing and implementing robotics systems to meet the needs of users.

The program enables you to develop sophisticated technical skills in tandem with the professional skills of communication, teamwork, collaboration, self-motivation and adaptability. The program's emphasis on open-ended design and project-based learning supports the development of entrepreneurial skills and attitudes.

Accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Engineering, General Engineering, Engineering Physics, and Engineering Science Program Criteria.

Why specialize in robotics at ASU?

Dive into purpose-built coursework in robotic systems design, kinematics, motion control, machine vision and embedded systems, depth that reaches well beyond what most generalist engineering programs offer at the undergraduate level.

At the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, you tap into research opportunities, interdisciplinary electives and a faculty network spanning virtually every engineering domain.

Additional details

Beyond the classroom, you can join a hands-on team that brings the curriculum to life. The Rossum Rumblers, a Polytechnic campus robotics club, compete in the BattleBots arena and model rocketry for project-based experience aligned directly with your studies. Desert WAVE, a women's autonomous underwater vehicle team, takes on robotics, sensor integration and systems design. Luminosity Lab's Project Trident One unites a multidisciplinary team building a fully autonomous racing vehicle with substantial robotics, controls and embedded systems work.

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What you'll learn

The following learning outcomes highlight some of the knowledge and skills you'll develop to support your future success.

  • Design engineering systems including components, and processes to meet needs within realistic constraints including social, political, economic, ethical, health and safety, manufacturing and/or sustainability.
  • Communicate engineering findings to colleagues, clients, other stakeholders and the public in written, oral and graphical form.
  • Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics (ABET)

Admission requirements

Here are the admission and application details

All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.

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A current ASU student must have a minimum cumulative ASU GPA of 2.00.

Students should visit the Change of Major form (opens in new window) for information about how to change a major to this program.


Explore expanded study opportunities

This program allows you to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. As a high-achieving student, accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for you to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of your master's degree. These programs feature the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.

This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:

Graduate advisor
Mitchell Lawson
602-496-1745
mitchell.lawson@thunderbird.asu.edu
General contact
602-496-7100
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Graduate advisor
Amber Mesko
602-496-1397
GradEdPrep@asu.edu
General contact
480-965-5555
Learn more about this program

Approval to pursue the accelerated master's is typically granted during the junior year of your bachelor's degree program. If you are interested, you can learn more about eligibility requirements and how to apply.

When you pursue concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”), you earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with your academic advisor, you can create your own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.

Global experience

Study abroad enables students to gain valuable, resume-building experience. Participation in a Global Education program provides students with the heightened cultural competency, and leadership and critical thinking skills that help them stand out in a competitive industry.

Whether in a foreign country, in the U.S. or online, students build communication skills, are challenged to adapt and persevere, are exposed to research and internships around the world, and increase their professional network.

Paying for college

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students recieve financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.

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Build the career and future you want

Our graduates are prepared for a variety of career paths, including:

Career opportunities showing job titles, projected growth rates, median salaries, and links to detailed information
Career Growth Median Salary More Information
Automation Engineer 3.7% $122,930
Robotics Engineer 3.7% $122,930

Example job titles and salaries listed are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.

Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).


More about careers

Careers this robotics concentration prepares you for

Engineers on transdisciplinary teams collaborate to design, manufacture and deliver innovative technological products and services.

Robotics plays an increasingly important role in many industries, including manufacturing, automotive, defense systems, biomedical devices and aerospace.

Graduates from this program have a broad base of technical knowledge in the design and implementation of robotic electromechanical systems. In addition, they have the operational and communication skills that make them invaluable members of multidisciplinary engineering teams and well-suited for employment across a whole spectrum of applications. They are prepared to work in large corporations, government agencies and small businesses, and to go on to graduate school to pursue advanced degrees. Some graduates start companies of their own.

Contact information

Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Prospective students should fill out the Request for Information form.

Engineering Programs | SUTON 240
polyadvising@asu.edu
480-727-1874

Frequently asked questions about degree programs

Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.

Accelerated master's

These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).

Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.

Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.

Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.

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ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.

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