In the digital-intelligent era, with the booming development of the robotics industry in China, cultivating high-quality robotics talents has become a crucial task for universities. This research, based on the practices at Wuhan University, proposes an innovative talent cultivation mechanism.

The proposed mechanism emphasises system reconstruction and fourfold integration of education. A three-stage progressive practical curriculum system is constructed. In the foundation course stage, digital-intelligent courses are added. The major course stage focuses on core robotics knowledge with AI integration, and the innovation course stage encourages students to participate in projects and competitions.

A project-driven innovation practice platform has been built, integrating research-activated education, industry-driven education, competition-enhanced education, and interdisciplinary education. This mechanism effectively combines theoretical learning with practical activities, motivating students to engage in exploration and innovation.

The implementation of this mechanism has achieved remarkable results. Students have improved their innovative practice abilities, with more patents, papers, and high-level academic achievements. The postgraduate enrollment rate has increased, and graduates are highly favoured by well-known institutions and enterprises. The mechanism has also enhanced Wuhan University's influence in the field, attracting exchanges from other universities. Overall, this mechanism provides a practical and effective approach for cultivating robotics talents in the digital-intelligent era.

The work titled “An Innovation Talent Cultivation Mechanism for Robotics in the Digital-Intelligent Era: Exploration and Practice at Wuhan University”, was published on Frontiers of Digital Education (published on March 20, 2025).
DOI: 10.1007/s44366-025-0048-9