Mechatronics and Robotics (with Foundation Year option)
Bournemouth UniversityUndergraduate BEng Full-time including foundation year 4 Years Materials science and engineeringManufacturing engineering
UCAS Points
48 - 72 points
About this course
This degree offers a comprehensive, industry-informed curriculum that integrates the practical application of scientific and engineering with business skills.The programme offers the flexibility to pursue either a BEng (Bachelor of Engineering) or MEng (Master of Engineering) qualification, catering to your specific career aspirations and academic goals. The course provides a comprehensive understanding of multidisciplinary Robotics and Mechatronics, integrating mechanical systems, electronics, and intelligent computer-based control. It equips you with the latest technical skills and competencies to work across different engineering disciplines. You’ll learn from industry-seasoned academics, practitioners, and guest speakers, gaining insights from their practical experience and industry knowledge. Students have access to the state-of-the-art Innovation Centre, a designated space for Design and Engineering students, fostering a conducive learning environment. Take part in a career-affirming minimum 30-week period in a work placement, helping you to make contacts and boost your potential within the profession. With the Robotics industry on the rise, jobs in robotics are in high demand. The programme prepares you for a range of roles such as Mechatronics Engineer, Robotics Engineer or even Mechanical Engineer. Exhibit your work at the Festival of Design & Engineering, one of BU’s longest running events, giving the public and business leaders an insight into your work
Why study BEng (Hons) Mechatronics and Robotics at BU?
Course accreditation For 2025 intake: Accreditation will be sought from the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED) and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) to meet, in part, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng) in 2025.
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff Points 48 - 72 points
Study Options
This course is available in 2 study options:
Full-time including foundation year Shown above
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BEng
Location: Poole
Sandwich including foundation year
Duration: 5 Years
Qualification: BEng
Location: Poole
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:
2123 Electrical engineers
2124 Electronics engineers
2122 Mechanical engineers
1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
2134 Programmers and software development professionals
2129 Engineering professionals
Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Engineering - BEng
- Study Mode
- Full-time including foundation year
- Duration
- 4 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Poole
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Materials science and engineering, Manufacturing engineering