Robotics and Autonomous Systems, PhD
Master the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully meet the most difficult challenges of modern robotics and autonomous systems on a global scale.
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STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
International students (F1) can extend U.S. work experience by 24 months.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Degree description
The PhD program in robotics and autonomous systems provides an opportunity for in-depth independent research in a highly focused problem domain approved by the student's advisory committee. This program is intended primarily for those desiring to develop expertise in a particular and focused problem in robotics and autonomous systems, including subjects in both traditional and advanced robotics and autonomous systems technologies, systems integration and data fusion techniques, and modeling or simulation development. The trained researchers and scientists will be able to perform analysis, evaluation and synthesis for a broad range of problems related to the design, implementation and efficient operation of robotics and autonomous systems.
Curriculum
This graduate degree includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below:
Required Core (12 credit hours) Other Requirements (6 credit hours) Research (42 credit hours) Electives (12 credit hours) Culminating Experience (12 credit hours) Additional Curriculum Information The classes listed under the core requirements can also be taken as electives, if not already counted towards the core requirements
MFG 602 Principles of Independent Research (3)
RAS 545 Robotic Systems I (3)
For elective courses (depending upon concentration), up to six credits of MAE/EEE/MFG/EGR/CSE/AME/RAS 590 Reading and Conference are allowed.
Admission requirements
Here are the admission and application details
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering. Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in robotics and autonomous systems or a related field from a regionally accredited institution. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program, or applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program. All applicants are required to submit: Additional Application Information
The applicant must have a master's degree in a relevant field with a GPA of 3.00 or higher. Relevant fields include mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, industrial engineering, automation engineering, manufacturing engineering, automotive engineering, biomedical engineering, and human systems engineering.
Application deadlines
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | 01/15 | Priority* |
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session A/C | In Person | 08/15 | Priority* |
*A priority deadline means that applications submitted and completed before the priority deadline will receive priority consideration. Applications submitted after the priority deadlines will be reviewed in the order in which they were completed and on a space-available basis. An application is complete after all materials are received by Admission Services.
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 receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.
Get an estimateCareer opportunities
Professionals with a doctorate in robotics and autonomous systems have substantial opportunities at all levels in engineering in research and development at companies, research institutes, and national laboratories (e.g., Department of Defense, Department of Energy, National Aeronautics and Space Administration), though they typically seek research-oriented academic appointments or industrial research and development positions. Relevant careers and related titles include the following:
- aerospace engineer
- automation engineer
- automotive engineer
- college or university professor
- electronics engineer
- industrial engineer
- manufacturing engineer
- mechanical engineer
- mechatronics engineer
- robotics engineer
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.
Dean, Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering
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SANCA 331
robotics@asu.edu
480-965-2722
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