Major overview
If you have an interest in data analytics, machine learning, AI and intelligent systems, the industrial internet of things (IIOT), mobile robots and autonomous systems this major will prepare you for a career across a range of industries.
You’ll gain a practical understanding and knowledge suitable for effective design, prototyping, and controlling modern industrial and autonomous systems.
3 reasons to study Intelligent Industrial Control and Autonomous Systems Engineering at Murdoch
- Upskill your knowledge in an emerging area of engineering.
- Complete your Masters degree in 1.5 years by studying in intensive mode.
- 5-star rating and #1 in Australia for overall educational experience, teaching quality and skills development for Engineering and Technology by the Good Universities Guide 2026.*
What you’ll learn
- Machine learning
- Control systems and process dynamics
- Microcontrollers and data communication
- Industrial control, intelligent and autonomous systems
- Robotic manipulation
Your future career
Graduates can find employment in broad range of engineering industries including autonomous systems, mechatronics, robotics, process control, mining industries, oil & gas.
Start dates
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online |
Mixed mode
In this attendance mode, teaching and learning activities are delivered both face-to-face and online, with scheduled or flexible learning times. |
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| Semester 1, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 2, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 2, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
View the dates for our teaching periods or find out more about attendance modes.
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online |
Mixed mode
In this attendance mode, teaching and learning activities are delivered both face-to-face and online, with scheduled or flexible learning times. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 2, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 2, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
View the dates for our teaching periods or find out more about attendance modes.
Major Structure
Visit the Course Handbook - Get detailed information on units, prerequisites, and pathways.
To help plan the structure of your course, search for our suggested course plans.
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How to Apply
Majors are part of a degree and can't be applied on their own. Apply for a related degree first, then choose your major once enrolled.