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Hereford & Worcester,1 min

Hereford's degree for drones: 'First of its kind'

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The autonomous robotics degree from NMITE will see students learn the latest drone technologies when it comes to various applications including warfare and weaponry. Defence Minister Al Carns tells Kate Justice how the county of Herefordshire plays a big part in the future of the country's defence industry, whilst James Newby from the university says the course will provide a high-class new opportunity to local students. Army personnel will study alongside civilians as part of the course.

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