Program Overview
The University of Nottingham's Cyber Physical Systems MSc program combines interdisciplinary knowledge in computer science, robotics, and IoT. Students develop foundational skills in system design and computational methods through core modules and delve into specialized topics via optional modules. Hands-on experience is gained through a supervised research project, and graduates are well-prepared for careers in fields such as cyber security, robotics, and artificial intelligence engineering.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Cyber Physical Systems MSc program at the University of Nottingham is designed for students with a background in computer science or a related field with analytical skills. The program provides students with the principles of integrated system design and computational and cyber physical systems methods and tools. Core modules will broaden your knowledge in key topics such as robotics, sensors, and the Internet of Things. During the summer period, students will undertake an individual research project, supported by an expert advisor from one of the university's research groups. This project can be software-based or research-based. Collaboration with business, industry, and other outside bodies is encouraged.
Outline:
The program consists of 180 credits, split across 120 credits of compulsory and optional modules plus a 60-credit individual project.
Core Modules:
- Autonomous Robotic Systems (20 credits)
- Designing Sensor-Based Systems (20 credits)
- Research Methods (20 credits)
- Research Project (60 credits)
Optional Modules:
- Linear and Discrete Optimisation (20 credits)
- Advanced Computer Networks (20 credits)
- Advanced Algorithms and Data Structures (10 credits)
- Project in Advanced Algorithms and Data Structures (10 credits)
- Machine Learning (20 credits)
- Data Science with Machine Learning (20 credits)
- Handling Uncertainty with Fuzzy Sets and Fuzzy Systems (20 credits)
- Simulation and Optimisation for Decision Support (20 credits)
- Mixed Reality Technologies (20 credits)
- Games (20 credits)
- Big Data Learning and Technologies (20 credits)
- Cyber Security (10 credits)
- Malware Analysis (10 credits) The final degree classification will be the average of all credits, e.g., an average of 120 taught credits and 60 credits on your project. To pass a module, you'll need at least 50%.
Teaching:
Students will work in lecture theatres, seminar rooms, and labs to develop a theoretical and practical understanding of this subject. Teaching is typically delivered by professors, associate and assistant professors. Some practical laboratory sessions and research projects may be supported by postgraduate research students or postdoctoral research fellows.
Careers:
Graduates of the Cyber Physical Systems MSc program can pursue careers in various fields, including:
- Cyber security
- Financial technology (fintech)
- Networked systems
- Robotics and autonomous systems
- Smart product and service design and development
- Artificial intelligence engineering
Other:
- The program is ranked 1st in the UK for research environment by the Research Excellence Framework 2021.
- The program is ranked 6th in the UK for universities targeted by the largest number of top employers in 2019-2020 by the High Fliers Report The Graduate Market 2019-2020.
- 96.4% of postgraduates from the School of Computer Science secured work or further study within six months of graduation according to HESA Graduate Outcomes 2020, using methodology set by The Guardian.
- 98% of the program's research is classed as ‘world-leading’ (4 ) or ‘internationally excellent’ (3 ) by the Research Excellence Framework 2021.
Tuition fees UK fees: £12,500 International fees: £28,600
