Master of Engineering (Computer Control Engineering)

1 Years On Campus Masters Program

University of Technology Sydney

Program Overview

The Master of Engineering at UTS allows professional engineers to deepen their technical expertise while developing broader professional and managerial capabilities through the Computer Control Engineering major. The 1.5-year program combines specialised engineering subjects, electives and an independent project, making it well suited to students seeking advanced skills in automation, robotics, intelligent systems and computer-controlled technologies.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1: Students develop specialised knowledge in computer control engineering through subjects such as Advanced Robotics, Neural Networks and Fuzzy Logic, and Biomedical Instrumentation. They can also explore Wireless Networking Technologies, Fundamentals of Software Development and Systems Quality Management, building skills across intelligent control, software, networking and engineering systems.

Year 1.5: Students apply their technical knowledge through advanced electives and an independent engineering project, with opportunities to study areas such as Software Technologies, Web Technologies and Technology and Innovation Management. The project-focused component strengthens their ability to investigate engineering problems, develop practical solutions and apply computer-control technologies in professional environments.

Focus Areas:

Computer Control Engineering, Robotics, Neural Networks, Fuzzy Logic, Biomedical Instrumentation, Software Technologies, Wireless Networking, Engineering Systems, Technology and Innovation Management.

Learning Outcomes:

Advanced engineering problem-solving, computer-control system design, robotics and intelligent systems knowledge, software and networking skills, engineering project management, research and analytical skills, professional engineering practice.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation):

The Master of Engineering is designed for professional engineers and integrates disciplinary engineering knowledge with professional practice, management and an independent project.

Reputation (Employability Rankings):

UTS has a strong industry-focused approach to engineering education, with facilities designed to support future-focused learning, high-impact research and industry partnerships.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Students in the Master of Engineering (Computer Control Engineering) gain practical experience designing, modelling and testing control systems through UTS’s specialised engineering laboratories. The program benefits from hands-on environments that connect control engineering with robotics, automation, sensing and intelligent systems, while UTS’s research facilities provide opportunities to see how control algorithms and robotic technologies are applied to real-world engineering challenges.

Control Laboratory: 12 specialised stations with industrial-system scale models, including gantry cranes, allow students to model, design and implement analogue and digital controllers.
Robotics & Automation: Students can engage with robotics environments focused on sensing, perception, estimation, control, planning and coordination, closely aligned with computer-control engineering.
Infrastructure Robotics Laboratory: Provides exposure to sensors, control algorithms, data processing and machine learning, with robotic systems developed for inspection and maintenance in challenging environments.
Intelligent Robotics Laboratory: Features robotic platforms including ANBOT, Smart Hoist, Smart Wheelchair, Sawyer robot arms, Fetch and surgical robots, supporting research into human–robot collaboration and intelligent control.
Human–Robot Interaction Laboratory: Students can explore human-centred robotics using platforms such as PR2, Pepper, NAO and Aibo, with research focused on robots interacting safely and intuitively with people.
Industry-linked projects: UTS robotics research works with partners including Sydney Water, Transport for NSW, Tokyo Electric Power Company and other industry organisations, providing a strong connection between research, engineering applications and industry needs.
ProtoSpace & advanced prototyping: UTS provides access to advanced 3D printing, scanning and additive-manufacturing capabilities that can support the development and prototyping of intelligent engineering systems.
Research ecosystem: The UTS Robotics Institute brings together more than 80 experts working across robotics, AI, automation and control systems in areas including infrastructure, manufacturing, health, defence and transport.
Facilities: Students have access to UTS Engineering and IT facilities, including specialised control, robotics, manufacturing and prototyping spaces, alongside UTS library facilities.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the Master of Engineering (Computer Control Engineering) can build careers in automation, robotics, intelligent systems and advanced control technologies. The specialisation is particularly suited to students who want to work on real-world engineering systems that combine software, electronics, control and automation: typical roles include Robotics Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, Automation Engineer and Systems Engineer.

Career support: UTS Careers provides personalised career support, including resume reviews, career coaching, internships and access to jobs and internship opportunities.
Employment outlook: UTS reports 93.3% of graduates employed three years after graduation in its 2024 Graduate Outcomes Survey – Longitudinal. UTS also reports a 15.8% projected increase in engineering manager positions over five years based on Labour Market Insights 2025.
Industry partnerships: UTS Engineering and IT has connections with 1,000+ companies, with more than 580 students currently embedded in industry, creating opportunities for industry exposure, internships and graduate recruitment.
Industry relevance: UTS engineering courses are designed with industry input, with students gaining hands-on experience in purpose-built laboratories, workshops and studios and opportunities to work on real-world projects with industry partners.
Accreditation value: UTS states that its accredited engineering degrees are recognised internationally through the Washington Accord, supporting professional recognition and global mobility. For this specific master's major, students should verify the current accreditation status with UTS before enrolment.
Graduation outcomes: UTS engineering graduates leave with technical expertise, leadership and problem-solving capabilities, supported by practical learning and strong industry connections.

Further Academic Progression: Graduates can progress to a research-focused master's pathway or a PhD in areas such as control systems, robotics, automation, artificial intelligence, intelligent systems or related engineering fields, particularly if they want to move into advanced research or university-level teaching.