12Jan
Undergraduate This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
University of Brighton has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
A Robotics and Mechatronics degree from Brighton prepares you for a career designing, building and integrating intelligent automated systems across industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, transport, energy and advanced engineering. At Brighton you’ll be part of a supportive community that helps you grow, no matter your background. This course includes a year of foundation level study to give you the preparation and confidence you need to start your degree. You’ll develop skills to design, develop and test intelligent machines and automated systems. This course is packed with opportunities to build real-world experience through hands-on team projects, professional standard facilities and labs and industry placements. Our inclusive learning environment ensures you can play to your strengths while developing practical, technical and professional skills. Brighton graduates go on to work with organisations such as Rolls-Royce, Network Rail and Eurotherm. Top reasons to choose this course
- Foundation year that opens up opportunities in engineering if you don’t have the required qualifications, are changing career or returning to study.
- Our electrical and electronic engineering courses are joint 1st in the UK for graduate prospects – Complete University Guide 2026
- Start hands-on learning from day one through design-build-test projects including fighting robots, water rockets and rocket cars, the Engineering Without Borders international design challenge, CAD modelling and laboratory work.
- Make a difference and solve energy challenges in our student-led Sustainable Technology and Engineering Projects (STEP) lab.
- Learn in industry-standard facilities including robotics and VR labs, flight and car simulators, wind tunnel, prototyping labs and workshops, CNC machines and CISCO-approved cybersecurity and communications lab.
- Boost your CV with an optional paid placement year after year two or paid internship opportunities.
- Engage with research-led teaching and an industry-informed curriculum shaped by the university’s research and strong employer links.
- 100% of our engineering research impact is rated as ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’ for reach and significance – Research Excellence Framework 2021.
Modules
Foundation year The foundation year is shared across all engineering courses and gives you the preparation you need to start your degree, covering areas including core maths and science. Core modules Core Mathematics Core Science Foundation Year Project Engineering Mathematics Engineering Science Mechanics Year 1 In your first year you’ll build solid engineering foundations through maths, programming, electronics and electrical power, learning how each area works in real systems. You’ll apply these skills in hands-on projects that develop your design thinking, problem-solving and confidence with emerging technologies such as AI. Core modules Engineering Mathematics Engineering Practice Introduction to Electrical Engineering Embedded Systems 1 Analogue and Digital Electronics Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Year 2 In the second year you will deepen your expertise by exploring how systems move, sense, think and respond in real time. You’ll apply this knowledge through advanced design, embedded tech and AI projects that push your engineering skills into industry-ready territory. Core modules Dynamics and Control Electrical Engineering 2 Intelligent Systems Engineering Design Embedded Systems 2 Sensors and Actuators Optional Placement Year By doing a placement year in industry you’ll gain work experience, confidence and contacts for your future career. Our students have been on placement with companies including Rolls-Royce, National Rail and General Electric. Final year In your final year you’ll develop your expertise by tackling complex robotics, control and human–machine interaction challenges that mirror real engineering environments. You bring everything together through advanced design, communication systems and a major independent project that proves your readiness for industry. Core modules Advanced Control Systems Human Robotic Interaction Product Design Advanced Robotic Communications Individual Project
How to apply
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
International applicants
International Baccalaureate 24 points, with two subjects at Higher level. English language requirements IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. Find out more about the other English qualifications that we accept.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 points
A level - DDD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM - MMP
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5. in each element, or equivalent English Language qualification. |
Review our English Language requirements
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17250 | Year 1 |
| International | £17250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
The fees listed in the table above are for full-time UK undergraduate students in academic year 2025-26. You will pay further fees in each year of your course. Fees may increase each year. UK undergraduate and certain postgraduate fees are regulated by the UK government. The annual fee increase will not exceed the UK government's maximum regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year. Many of our courses include the option of a salaried placement year. Tuition fees for a placement year are charged at a lower rate of £1850. The international tuition fees listed above are for full-time courses during the academic year 2025-26. Further tuition fees are payable in each year of study. Non-regulated tuition fees, which usually apply to international students and UK postgraduate students* are subject to an annual increase of a maximum of 5% or the Consumer Prices Index (CPI), whichever is higher.
*Some designated postgraduate courses are regulated by the UK government – the annual fee increase for eligible UK / Home students on these designated courses will not exceed the UK government’s regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year.
Provider information
University of Brighton
Mithras House
Lewes Road
Brighton
BN2 4AT