An index of Robotics student resources
The Department offers students many resources: we’ve assembled the Student Robodex to quickly get you to the things you need.
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Academic advising & support
- Graduate AdvisingAcademic support for MS and PhD students including course planning and milestone guidance
- Scheduling and Advising InformationUndergraduate academic advising resources and appointment scheduling
- Undergrad Q&A PiazzaStudent discussion forum for questions and peer-to-peer support
Career development & job search
- Engineering Career Resource CenterResume help, job fairs, and career coaching
- Robotics Pathways & Careers Speaker SeriesLearn from industry professionals about career paths
- Going on an InternshipSteps for Robotics undergraduate and master's students after accepting an internship offer, including CPT coordination for international students
- PhD Internship RequirementsFunding, faculty approval, forms, and CPT planning required for Robotics PhD students before pursuing an internship
Course planning & registration
- Current Term CoursesBrowse all robotics courses offered this semester, including prerequisites and enrollment information
- Course Registration GuideComprehensive step-by-step instructions for adding, dropping, and waitlisting classes
- Course Approval RequestRequest special permission for courses with enrollment restrictions or unique circumstances
Degree transitions & advanced options
- MS to PhD Admission ProcessProcess for continuing from Master's to doctoral study
- Dual Degree InstructionsHow to add a second degree program
- Transfer of CreditApply previous coursework toward your degree
Email lists & communication
- How to join/leave email listsStep-by-step instructions for managing your Mcommunity email subscriptions
- Robotics Events listGet notified about workshops, guest speakers, and special department activities in this Mcommunity
- Robotics Jobs listReceive curated internship opportunities, full-time positions, and research openings in this Mcommunity
- Quarterly Robotics newsletterStay updated with quarterly highlights, research achievements, and department news from our Substack
English language resources
- English Language InstituteComprehensive language support and instruction for international students
- Academic English CoursesSpecialized courses for graduate students and scholars to improve academic communication
- Language ClinicsOne-on-one and small group tutoring for graduate students on specific language skills
- Conversation CirclesInformal conversation practice groups to improve speaking and listening skills
Funding & financial support
- Funding for Graduate StudentsInformation on assistantships, fellowships, and grants to support your graduate education
- Fellowship ListCurrent Fellowship list students may apply or be nominated for
International student resources
- International CenterCampus resource for international student support and services
- CPT/OPT InstructionsWork authorization guidance for international students
- Reduced Course LoadProcess for taking fewer courses due to academic or personal circumstances
- I-20 ExtensionsHow to extend your I-20 for program completion
Outreach & community impact
- Outreach OpportunitiesVolunteer for school visits, demos, and community events
- Outreach Ambassador Hours Reporting FormLog your volunteer hours
PhD resources
- Dissertation Committee & Thesis ProposalGuidelines for forming your committee and preparing your thesis proposal
- Completing Rackham's Doctoral Degree RequirementsOfficial requirements and timeline for PhD completion
- Rackham Doctoral Degree DeadlinesImportant deadlines for dissertation defense and graduation
- Rackham Dissertation HandbookComprehensive guide to formatting and submitting your dissertation
- Changing PhD AdvisorsProcess and considerations for changing research advisors
Program guides & requirements
- Undergraduate Program GuideYour essential roadmap to the Robotics BSE degree, including all requirements, electives, and planning strategies
- Graduate Program ManualComprehensive guide covering all Master's and PhD requirements, policies, and milestone timelines
- MS Degree WorksheetInteractive tool to track your Master's degree progress and ensure you're meeting all requirements
- Sequential Undergraduate/Graduate Studies (SUGS)Fast-track your education with this accelerated 5-year combined Bachelor's and Master's program
Research & independent study
- ROB 590/690 Proposal FormSubmit proposals for independent study courses and research projects with faculty mentors
- ROB 590/690 OfferingsView current ROB 590/690 project offerings by faculty
- ROB 590 and ROB 690Information on processes for ROB 590 and ROB 690
- ROB 490 Proposal FormSubmit proposals for undergraduate independent study courses
- SURE ProgramSummer Undergraduate Research in Engineering - Paid summer research experiences working directly with faculty on active research projects
- UROPUndergraduate Research Opportunity Program - Academic year research positions with stipends available across campus
- MDPMultidisciplinary Design Program - Team-based research opportunities combining multiple engineering disciplines
- ROBOSYMAnnual research symposium hosted by RGSC each spring, featuring graduate research presentations, prizes, and networking
Safety, wellness & support
- Find help through the C.A.R.E. CenterConfidential academic, personal, and financial support
- Reporting concerns or misconductSafe and confidential reporting options
Share your success & get materials
- Robotics Communications resourcesOfficial slides, templates, and logos for presentations
- Submit your story/achievementShare your accomplishments with the department
Student employment & work
- Information on working for the department as a studentTA, RA, and staff positions within robotics
Student organizations & community
- Student support requestsLimited funding for students, organizations, and group competitions, conferences, outreach, and project materials
- Robotics Undergraduate Student Council (RUSC)Undergraduate student government and community
- Robotics Graduate Student Council (RGSC)Graduate student government and community
- Student Project TeamsTeams who have a home in the Wilson Student Team Project Center, which also includes the Robotics Makerspace
- Queer-Straight Alliance of Robotics (QSAR)Strives to establish community and provide resources for Robotics students who experiences have been impacted by gender identity and/or expression, and/or sexual orientation.
University-wide resources
- Academic Calendar & Add-Drop DeadlinesImportant semester dates and registration deadlines
- Engineering Course GuideComplete catalog of College of Engineering courses
- Robotics Research GuideLibrary resources for robotics research
- Rackham New Student GuideEssential information for new graduate students
- Rackham Graduate School Academic PoliciesOfficial graduate school policies
- Teaching Support (CRLT)Teaching development for graduate students and postdocs
Need more help? Contact our Student Services team at robotics-sso@umich.edu or 734-763-2369.