MSc Advanced Drone Technology

Course overview

A future-focused programme covering autonomous drone systems, flight operations, risk assessment, data processing, remote sensing, AI, cybersecurity and software engineering. It also provides access to the UWS Drone Systems Laboratory, professional pilot certification and potential industry internships.

Course details

Degree level

Master's

Duration

1 year

Intake

January 2027

Tuition fee

£18,900 / yearUniversity fee information (opens in a new tab)

Initial deposit

95% Fee

Country

Scotland

Campus

Lanarkshire Campus

Official course page

https://www.uws.ac.uk/study/

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English Language Requirements

Main English Requirements

Alternative English Requirements

Only the tests listed here are shown as accepted for this course.

Entry requirements

For applicants from Pakistan

A relevant Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution. International applicants must meet the course-specific academic requirements and English language requirements, normally IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5 or an accepted equivalent.

Scholarships & discounts

For selected programmes at UWS Scottish and London campuses: • Class-based programmes: net fee £13,000 • Lab-based programmes: net fee £15,000

Pre-CAS interview

Required

Yes — a Pre-CAS / credibility interview is part of the process

Stage

After the initial deposit is paid

Format

Live interview

Course modules

Theory and Operation of Uncrewed Aerial Systems (20 credits) Advanced Drone Systems Integration and Design (10) Remote Sensing and Data Analysis (20, core) Intelligent Drone Perception Systems (20, optional) Autonomous Software Engineering (20, optional) Foundations of Cyber Security (10, optional) Advanced Network Security (10, optional) IoT Security (10, optional) Threat Intelligence (10, optional) Network Penetration Testing (10, optional) Collaborative Drone Project (20) Professional Development and Industry Internship or MSc Project Dissertation (60)