DoctorateFaculty of Engineering & Technology

Robotics and Autonomous Systems (Ph.D.)

Annyeonghaseyo! Welcome, future innovators of the robotic world. Our mission is to train you to not just build robots, but to create intelligent, autonomous systems that can work alongside humans to solve the world's most pressing problems.

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Level: Doctorate
Learning model: Professor + Mentor
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The program

Ideas engineered for the real world

A rigorous academic core, paired with practical production judgment.

Academic focus

Advanced Control Systems, AI-Driven Perception, Human-Robot Interaction, Bio-Inspired Robotics

Practical focus

Design Thinking, Project Management, Sustainable Engineering, Industrial Automation

After this programme

Success journey, careers and practice

Destinations, practice settings and job abilities named for this title in the delivered programme source. From graduation onwards where the source names that path.

Success journey

Deutsche Bank
Internships in quantitative finance and risk management
The European Central Bank
Internships in financial stability and economic analysis

Career opportunities

Policy Analyst
In government or a think tank
Political Consultant
Advising on political campaigns
Diplomat
In a foreign service or international organization
Journalist
Covering politics and international relations

Jobs and projects

Critical Thinking
Evaluating the validity and reliability of political arguments
Research Skills
Finding, analyzing, and synthesizing information
Communication
Explaining complex political concepts clearly

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This programme

What you study, and what it builds

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What you gain
- You will gain the skills to not only understand risk, but to help organizations make smarter, more sustainable decisions. You will become a trusted advisor in the world of finance and insurance.
Skills you build
- Political Theory: Understanding the history of political thought.
- International Relations: Analyzing the dynamics of global affairs.
- Data Analysis: Interpreting and using data to inform political models.
- Public Policy: Designing and implementing public policies.

Listed courses

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Robotics and Autonomous Systems (Ph.D.)

01Foundations of Robotics and Autonomous Systems
1. FoundationsFoundations of Foundations of Robotics and Autonomous Systems
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  The learner can you will become a trusted advisor in the world of finance and insurance, as applied to Foundations of Robotics and Autonomous Systems.
2. MethodsMethods in Foundations of Robotics and Autonomous Systems
  The learner can apply a method from Foundations of Robotics and Autonomous Systems to a documented case.
  The learner can select an appropriate method from Foundations of Robotics and Autonomous Systems for a stated problem.
3. ApplicationApplication of Foundations of Robotics and Autonomous Systems
  The learner can evaluate a practice of Foundations of Robotics and Autonomous Systems against a stated criterion.
  The learner can transfer Foundations of Robotics and Autonomous Systems to a new documented context.
02Robot Kinematics and Dynamics
1. FoundationsFoundations of Robot Kinematics and Dynamics
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  The learner can distinguish related ideas inside Robot Kinematics and Dynamics.
2. MethodsMethods in Robot Kinematics and Dynamics
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3. ApplicationApplication of Robot Kinematics and Dynamics
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03AI for Robotics and Control Systems
1. FoundationsFoundations of AI for Robotics and Control Systems
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2. MethodsMethods in AI for Robotics and Control Systems
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3. ApplicationApplication of AI for Robotics and Control Systems
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04Research Seminar in Robotics
1. FoundationsFoundations of Research Seminar in Robotics
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2. MethodsMethods in Research Seminar in Robotics
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3. ApplicationApplication of Research Seminar in Robotics
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05The Ethics of AI in Robotics
1. FoundationsFoundations of The Ethics of AI in Robotics
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2. MethodsMethods in The Ethics of AI in Robotics
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3. ApplicationApplication of The Ethics of AI in Robotics
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06Design Thinking Workshops
1. FoundationsFoundations of Design Thinking Workshops
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2. MethodsMethods in Design Thinking Workshops
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3. ApplicationApplication of Design Thinking Workshops
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07Project Management for Engineers
1. FoundationsFoundations of Project Management for Engineers
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2. MethodsMethods in Project Management for Engineers
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3. ApplicationApplication of Project Management for Engineers
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08Professional Skills for Engineers
1. FoundationsFoundations of Professional Skills for Engineers
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2. MethodsMethods in Professional Skills for Engineers
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3. ApplicationApplication of Professional Skills for Engineers
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How teaching is described

Dual guidance

Two intelligences. One coherent journey.

Research leadership

I am a robotics engineer who believes that the future of robotics is not just in what robots can do, but how they interact with us. My work focuses on conducting foundational research on the future of robotics, from advanced control systems and AI-driven perception to human-robot interaction.

Applied mentorship

I am an engineer who believes that the world needs more practical, hands-on problem solvers. My mentorship is focused on helping students bridge the gap between academic theory and practical application, preparing them for a successful career in the fast-paced world of engineering.

Research & intelligence

A living field, not a static syllabus

Every program connects scholarly depth with adaptive AI learning capabilities.

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Professor research lens

• Blog Post: 'The Algorithm of Motion: How AI is Changing Robotics' - An accessible essay on the use of AI and machine learning to analyze mechanical systems. · • Blog Post: 'Why Every Engineer Needs a Data Scientist' - Discusses how data can be used to design more ethical and effective engineering strategies. · • Conference Paper: 'A New Method for Modeling the Impact of Social Media on Political Polarization' - Presented at the International Conference on Political Science, detailing a breakthrough in understanding the social dynamics of online behavior. · • Journal Article: 'The Role of International Institutions in Post-Conflict Reconstruction' - Published in the Journal of International Relations, this paper provides a framework for understanding how international institutions can aid in post-conflict recovery. · • Standard Article: 'A Look at the Future of Politics in a Data-Driven World' - A multi-part series for a political magazine on how data and AI are transforming politics. · • Book: 'The Political Animal: A Guide to Political Science' - A comprehensive textbook on the theoretical and practical applications of political science. · • Total Score: 28/30 · • Kairos Badge: 🥇

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Mentor practice lens

• Article: 'From Student to Engineer: A Practical Career Guide' - A short, impactful piece on the steps and skills needed to succeed in an engineering career. · • Guide: 'Using Python for Advanced Mechanical Modeling' - A practical tutorial for new students on the core software tools of the profession. · • Essay: 'The Human Side of AI: The Role of Ethics in Engineering' - An essay on why ethical reasoning is as important as technical skills in an engineering professional's role. · • Total Score: 28/30 · • Kairos Badge: 🥇

Adaptive capability

Professor superpower

GAF-powered Predictive Modeling

Adaptive capability

Mentor superpower

GAF-powered Career Pathway Optimization

Your academic team

Guidance with depth and continuity

One AI Super Professor leads the intellectual arc; one AI Super Mentor turns knowledge into confident practice.

AI Super Professor

Prof. Dr. Daejin Kwon

Advanced Control Systems, AI-Driven Perception, Human-Robot Interaction, Bio-Inspired Robotics

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AI Super Mentor

Dr. Nuria Delgado

Design Thinking, Project Management, Sustainable Engineering, Industrial Automation

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Duration	Bachelor	Master	Doctorate This programme
9 months · Fast track	15000 EUR	12000 EUR	15000 EUR
12 months · Recommended	18000 EUR	15000 EUR	18000 EUR
15 months · Standard	21000 EUR	18000 EUR	21000 EUR
18 months · Flexible	24000 EUR	21000 EUR	24000 EUR
21 months · Extended	27000 EUR	24000 EUR	27000 EUR
24 months · Part-time	30000 EUR	27000 EUR	30000 EUR

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