Graduate Certificate in Robotics

About the course

QUT’s Graduate Certificate in Robotics is a six-month postgraduate course designed to build advanced capability in robotics and automation. You’ll strengthen technical and leadership skills through focused study and exposure to research-led teaching in specialist facilities, including the QUT Centre for Robotics. The course targets engineers seeking to stay current with fast-moving robotics and AI developments in industry. This is a Graduate Certificate in engineering-focused robotics.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue or advance roles where robotics and automation skills are valued across engineering and technology-driven industries. Potential pathways include robotics or automation engineer, mechatronics/controls engineer, systems integration or robotics application specialist, and roles supporting robotics and AI projects in manufacturing, logistics, infrastructure, and research environments. This Graduate Certificate supports career development in engineering-related robotics and automation.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)