MSc in Automation and Robotics

A one-year weekend MSc covering robotics, intelligent automation, control systems and machine learning for manufacturing.

Next intake: September 2027
LevelMaster
Duration1 Year
Study modefull-time
CampusColombo

Overview

About this course

This one-year MSc in Automation and Robotics is taught on weekends by the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at CINEC Campus. CINEC describes it as combining research with industry-focused learning for careers in robotics, automation and advanced engineering innovation. The taught modules include advanced dynamics and control systems, industrial process control, sensing and sensor fusion, machine learning and computer vision, programming methods for robotics, and robotics design and manufacturing. A module on sustainable environmental design and engineering management systems sits alongside them. The degree finishes with a 60-credit engineering major project. CINEC lists membership of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and the IET as benefits for graduates.

Modules

8 modules
Advanced Dynamics and Control Systems
Industrial Process Control
Sensing and Sensors Fusion

Entry requirements

Academic Entry Requirement

Academic Entry Requirement
  • An honours degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or an equivalent subject, at second class lower or above, from a recognised university.
  • Applicants without an honours degree but with a degree-equivalent qualification and/or work experience will be considered, as will qualifications from an approved professional body.
  • Applicants may be invited for interview.
English Language

Completion of the undergraduate degree in English medium, or any other qualification accepted by the UK partner university.

Fees & scholarships

Local students

LKR 400,000total
Course fee shown. A registration fee of Rs. 100,000 and a royalty fee of 750 GBP are payable in addition. CINEC lists payment as Rs. 400,000 in one instalment, Rs. 200,000 x 2 or Rs. 60,000 x 8, a 5% discount for paying in full upfront and a Rs. 50,000 discount for CINEC alumni.

Facilities

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Key information

Level

master

Duration

1 Year ยท full-time

Location

Colombo

Fees

LKR 400,000 ยท Local

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Upcoming intakes

Verified informationOct 14, 2026

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