Thomas Sugar, President’s Professor of engineering in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University, associate dean for Barrett, The Honors College at ASU’s Polytechnic campus and graduate program chair in the School of Manufacturing Systems and Networks, part of the Fulton Schools (left), and Sangram Redkar, professor of engineering in the Fulton Schools, associate director of the School of Manufacturing Systems and Networks and graduate program chair for robotics and autonomous systems (center), examine robotics projects with Fulton Schools systems engineering alumnus Sandesh Bhat (right). Photographer: Deanna Dent/ASU

Graduate degree programs

Our graduate programs prepare you for the future of manufacturing and robotics

Master’s degree programs

Enroll in artificial intelligence engineering (robotics), MS.

Artificial intelligence engineering (robotics), MS

This program blends advanced AI and robotics engineering, preparing students to apply machine learning, automation and generative AI in real-world systems. Graduates gain in-demand skills for roles in robotics, AI and industrial innovation.

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Manufacturing engineering, MS

This program prepares students to lead in smart manufacturing, combining automation, materials processing and systems management. Graduates gain advanced skills to design efficient, high-tech production systems and excel in roles across diverse industries.

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Robotics and autonomous systems (systems engineering), MS

This program equips students to design and manage complex robotic and autonomous systems. With a focus on systems engineering, AI and automation, graduates are prepared for advanced roles in industries from aerospace to healthcare.

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Doctoral degree programs

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Manufacturing engineering, PhD

This program prepares students to lead advanced research in global manufacturing. With hands-on training and industry collaboration, graduates pursue careers in academia, R&D and innovation across national labs, companies and research institutes.

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Robotics and autonomous systems (mechatronics and automation), PhD

This program focuses on areas in mechatronics and automation within robotics and autonomous systems. Graduates will become expert researchers equipped for impactful careers in academia, industry R&D and national laboratories across advanced engineering fields.

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Systems engineering, PhD

This program trains students to design and manage complex, multidisciplinary systems using advanced modeling and analysis. Graduates lead systems integration efforts in industry and government, driving innovation in engineering and interdisciplinary problem-solving.

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