BEng Mechatronic Engineering at Keele University

Programme overview

BEng Mechatronic Engineering at Keele prepares you to design intelligent, automated systems that integrate mechanical, electrical, electronic, and computer technologies. From robotics and advanced manufacturing to clean energy and autonomous systems, you’ll gain the skills to tackle real-world challenges, combining creativity, technical knowledge, and problem-solving to shape the technologies of tomorrow.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences | Department: School of Engineering and Physical Sciences | Duration: 3 years or 4 years with international or placement year | Study mode: full-time; placement year option | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Keele, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Mechatronic engineering combines mechanical, electrical, electronic, and computer systems into intelligent, automated solutions that are transforming industries from advanced manufacturing and robotics to clean energy and autonomous systems. It is a discipline where engineering creativity and technical mastery merge to design systems that are efficient, responsive, and sustainable.

Career pathways

With a BEng in Mechatronic Engineering, you will develop the professional skills in preparation for a career across various areas such as: Robotics Engineer : Designing and programming autonomous systems for manufacturing, healthcare, or exploration. Automation Engineer : Developing intelligent control systems for industrial processes.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: BBC in three A levels including C in Maths or Physics. Also required: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below). BTEC: DMM in any of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas / National Extended Diplomas: Engineering (including named pathways). IB Diploma: 554 in three Higher Levels including 4 in Maths (any) or Physics, or 29 points including 4 in Higher Level Maths (any) or Physics. English language: IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 in all components (English Group A) or 4/C in GCSE English.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). UK Home tuition fee for students starting in 2027/28. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,200 a year (2026/27). Band 1 international fee for 2026/27; 2027/28 international fees not yet confirmed. Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 3 years or 4 years with international or placement year

Apply through the official page: https://www.keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/

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