Adaptive Robotics Minor S6 - Spring semester

More and more robots are used in the tech industry. In many situations robots and humans have to co-operate in an dynamic environment. Curious and innovative engineers from various disciplines can make a difference in this world where a lot is still to be discovered.

About the exchange programme

In the last few years many technological advancements have been made and a lot of opportunities for creative, technological solutions exist in the field of adaptive robotics. The programme Adaptive Robotics wants to be an incubator for students in the broad field of robotics, in which you co-operate with the industry and use your talents and energy to deal with future challenges. Within Adaptive Robotics, you gain expertise in 6 adaptive robotic related fields. This programme requires an open mind and a proactive attitude. Do you have what it takes?

Why this programme?

Gain hands-on experience with the latest in robotic technology.
Collaborate with industry leaders to solve real-world challenges.
Comprehensive learning across six key areas of adaptive robotics.

Content of the programme

The Adaptive Robotics minor is a project based minor, in which the student will work together in a group.

The minor is divided in four phases. In the first phase, after a rapid introduction in the SCRUM methodology you start a two week mechanical oriented project. In the second phase, through several workshops and a new project in the field of robotics you discover the expertise’s that you would like to develop further during the course of this minor. In the third phase you get the chance to, in a multidisciplinary team project, excel in your talents and your technical skills under close supervision of your coaches/teachers. In the final phase you wrap-up your main project and you achieve your final learning goals.

You will gain expertise in the 6 fields of Adaptive Robotics: Principles of Robotics (robotic algorithms and mathematics), Vision & Perception, ROS (Robot Operating System), Robot Safety, Model Based System Engineering, and Hardware Abstraction. For more specific information regarding these modules, please refer to our Study Guide.

Read the study guide

Admission requirements

This programme is suitable for students with a technical education such as Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electronics, ICT or Automotive or if you can demonstrate that you have the necessary prior knowledge. This programme expects you to have a proactive attitude and to be open to talent development. This minor is not recommended if you have not yet completed a company internship during your training.

How to apply as an exchange student

Applications should always be submitted via the International Exchange (or Erasmus) Officer at the home university. If several versions of the programme are offered, please indicate for which version you would like to apply to (Programme I, Programme II, Programme III, etc.) This officer will send your application request (nomination) to Fontys. Once Fontys has accepted the application, your Fontys study department will send you a link to a web application called Mobility Online.

Deadline for application

Fall semester: 15 May
Spring semester: 15 November

Note: Not all exchange programmes are available every semester. To find out when this programme is offered, please check its specific details.

How will your course programme be recognised by your home university?

Fontys will provide you with a so-called ‘Transcript of Records’, which will clarify the results that you have achieved. Depending on your results, you will receive a maximum of 30 ECTS credits. ECTS credits are recognised throughout Europe. The agreement between your home university and Fontys University of Applied Sciences will usually include a condition whereby the credits that you obtain will be recognised and transferred into the records kept by your home university.

Practical information

Start moment(s): February
Location: Eindhoven
ECTs: 30
Language: English
Duration: 1 semester

Fontys does not provide scholarships for its exchange students.

For more detailed information about practical matters, such as financial matters, residence permit, health insurance and accommodation, please click on the button below.

More information on practical matters

Location and contact

Eindhoven

De Rondom 1

Contact person: Irina Claessen
: +310885088464
: engineering-international@fontys.nl