Do original work — from simulation to the real robot, and on to publication.
Who it is for
Fluent in Python or C++, comfortable with machine learning and control theory, and aiming at research.
What students can do afterwards
- Build and optimise learning-based robot behaviour such as RL gaits
- Bridge simulation and reality with a Sim2Real workflow
- Run structured experiments and report publishable results
Course structure
Lesson by lesson.
The lesson-by-lesson outline for this level is published before the level opens.
How lessons run
Where students train real robot intelligence
For students who already program. They write directly against a developer toolchain, train behaviour in physics-accurate simulation, and move the result onto the real robot.
- All robots and computers are provided in class — students do not need to bring anything.
- Classes are kept small so every student gets hands-on time with the robot in every lesson.
- One lesson a week, so a level runs for about 16 weeks.
Final project
A publishable study or a competition-ready system
You define the research question, run the experiments, and produce a written result you can submit or defend.
Course fee
This fee is announced when the level opens.
Class dates
Class dates for this level have not been published yet. Submit a registration and we will e-mail you as soon as they are confirmed.
Frequently asked questions
Does my child need to bring anything?
No. The robot, the computers and all teaching materials are provided in class. Students only need to bring themselves, and a water bottle is always a good idea.
My child has never written a program. Can they still join?
Yes. Level 1 assumes no programming experience at all. Students start by seeing and controlling the robot, and only move into programming once the robot already feels familiar.
How many students are in a class?
Classes are kept small so that every student gets hands-on time with the robot in every lesson.
What happens if my child misses a lesson?
Missed lessons are not refunded or carried over. Where a recording or a make-up arrangement is possible, we will let you know by email.
Can we get a refund if we change our mind?
Yes, within the limits set out in our refund policy — please see the Terms & Conditions page for the exact periods.
Can parents sit in on the class?
Parents are very welcome at the final showcase lesson. During regular lessons we keep the room focused on the students — email us if you would like to observe and we will arrange it.