BEng (Hons) Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering at University of Brighton

Programme overview

Robotics and mechatronics engineers design and create machines and systems that automate tasks and boost efficiency in healthcare, manufacturing, transport, agriculture, entertainment and education – improving the quality of life for people around the world. Our Robotics and Mechatronic Engineering BEng(Hons) degree will help you to build the skills to design, develop and test intelligent machines and automated systems.

Faculty: School of Architecture, Technology and Engineering | Department: Engineering | Duration: full-time: 3 years; with placement year: 4 years | Study mode: full-time (optional placement year) | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will explore topics including embedded systems, digital electronics, engineering mathematics and artificial intelligence. Design projects integrate practical and theoretical work, and help reinforce your learning. In this module you will learn to apply mathematical concepts and software tools to solve engineering problems. On completion you will be able to use analytical techniques and software tools to solve simple algebraic problems, develop mathematical models of engineering systems and apply an appropriate analytical method or software tool to solve a mathematical model. Modules include Engineering Mathematics, Engineering Practice, Introduction to Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems 1, Analogue and Digital Electronics, Introduction to Artificial Intelligence, Dynamics and Control, Electrical Engineering 2, Intelligent Systems, Engineering Design.

Career pathways

Project work in groups with other engineering specialists develops your teamwork, project management, presentation and communication skills, giving you hands-on experience that mirrors industry. You will showcase your individual project to potential employers at the final year project exhibition.

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Entry requirements

A-levels ABB–BCC. Must include maths at grade C and a physical science. BTEC Extended Diploma DDM–MMM. Must include further maths for engineering techs. International Baccalaureate 27 points, with three subjects at Higher Level. Higher level subjects must include maths and physics at grade 5. UCAS tariff 104–128 points. Access to HE Diploma Pass with 60 credits overall. Level 3 units in maths and a physical science required. At least 45 credits at level 3, with 24 credits at merit or above. Foundation course With maths and a physical science. We also offer this degree with an integrated foundation year which provides an extra year of study at foundation level if you don’t have the academic qualifications or experience needed for entry to this course. English language requirements. If English is not your first language, IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee, full-time; fees may rise in later years. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,108 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee, full-time; fees may rise in later years. Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: full-time: 3 years; with placement year: 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/ucas/undergraduate/register

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