Mechatronics and Robotics MSc/PG Dip/PG Cert at De Montfort University

Programme overview

The field of Mechatronics and Robotics is recognised as a skill shortage area. Such skills will be critical to the industrial and economic growth of industries in the Western World and developing nations.

Faculty: Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Media | Duration: 12 months (September start), 16 months (January start) | Intake: September, January | Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Graduates enjoy exciting career opportunities from a wide range of industries. These include robotics and automation, machine vision, manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, consumer products, material processing, energy and power.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You should have the equivalent of a British Honours degree (2:2 minimum) in a relevant subject; We are happy to consider equivalent qualifications from anywhere in the world; If you have no formal academic qualifications but do have extensive industry experience we will consider your application on an individual basis; If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band (or equivalent) when you start the course is essential.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition fee; UK/home rate Source

International applicants: GBP 18,600 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition fee; EU and international rate Source

Intake: September, January

Duration: 12 months (September start), 16 months (January start)

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