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Master of Uncrewed and Autonomous Systems Engineering
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
- Daytona Beach, United States
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A graduate engineering degree on autonomy for aircraft, Vehicles, Vessels and spacecraft.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop technical understanding of Uncrewed and Autonomous Systems Engineering
- Practise problem solving and analytical methods
- And apply relevant tools to subject-specific projects and assignments.
Career outcomes
- Engineering manager
- Project manager
- UAS engineer
- Senior research engineer
Curriculum
- 30-credit in-person programme with 15 credits of core coursework and 15 of electives. Topics cover autonomy for aircraft
- Automobiles
- Drones
- Surface and undersea marine vessels and spacecraft. Students complete a thesis or a graduate project.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Accredited bachelor degree with a 3.0 CGPA
- GMAT/GRE for some programmes
- Course-by-course evaluation of foreign credentials
- English proof. Some programmes require a related undergraduate discipline. Source: erau.edu/admissions/graduate-admissions/first-time-and-transfer-students.
Minimum GPA
3
Accepted academic background
Accredited bachelor degree, GMAT/GRE for some programmes, Foreign credential evaluation.
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 79
- IELTS 6.0
- Duolingo 105
- PTE Academic 59
- Cambridge 170
Documents you’ll need
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Qualification Certificate
- Foreign Credential Evaluation
- English Language Proficiency Evidence
- Passport Copy.
How to apply
- Check entry requirements and deadlines: Fall June 1
- Spring Oct 1 (erau. Edu/admissions/graduate-admissions/first-time-and-transfer-students). Apply online via erau. Edu/apply and pay the 50 USD fee. Send official transcripts with a course-by-course credential evaluation
- English test scores and proof of funds for one year. Pay the 200 USD enrollment deposit to accept the offer. Receive the I-20
- Pay the SEVIS fee and apply for the F-1 visa. Enter the US within 30 days of the start and check in with ISSS within 10 days.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $24,885 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Daytona Beach |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Daytona Beach College of Engineering |
| Department | Department of Uncrewed and Autonomous Systems Engineering |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Eligible students may consult the institution for current scholarships and award criteria, Availability varies by program. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
6 Jan 2027
53 days leftProgram starts
January 2028
Apply by
6 Jan 2027
53 days left
Frequently asked questions
The next deadline is 6 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $24,885 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $20,230 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.0, Duolingo 105, PTE Academic 59, Cambridge 170.