8Jan
UndergraduateBlackpool and the Fylde College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
The BEng (Hons) Engineering (Robotics and Automation Engineering) pathway will enable you to gain skills and knowledge in a field at the forefront of technological progress. Robotics and Automation’s goal is to increase and streamline productivity, increase health and safety, and provide better services and products faster to a wider consumer base. This innovative and exciting engineering discipline can contribute to the development of technology and is one of the main forces behind the development of science, continually extending capability and the frontiers of human understanding. Robotics research is currently breaking the limits of the possible, developing intelligent, autonomous machines with integrated Artificial Intelligence abilities. The field also integrates various futuristic trends like virtual reality, and will challenge and develop your imagination, creativity and innovation skills. As a robotics and automation engineer, you will be able to work in various roles involving the development, design, programming, testing and deployment of robotics and automation systems across various sectors of the industry. Pursuing a career in Robotics and Automation, you will develop into an agile and dynamic professional with a flair for focussed continuous professional development and excellent knowledge of current programming and software trends.
Modules
Modules at level 4 Module Title Code Credits Optional? Introduction to Academic Study ET4MD242 10 No Engineering Mathematics ET4MD243 15 No Engineering Science ET4MD244 15 No Engineering Design ET4MD245 15 No Managing Professional Engineering Project ET4MD246 15 No Computer Aided Design ET4MD247 15 No Workshop ET4MD248 15 No Electrical and Electronic Principles ET4MD249 20 No Modules at level 5 Module Title Code Credits Optional? Research Project ET5MD238 20 No Professional Engineering Management ET5MD239 20 No Further Engineering Mathematics ET5MD240 20 No Commercial Programming Software ET5MD241 20 No Embedded Systems ET5MD242 20 No Industrial Robots ET5MD243 20 No Modules at level 6 Module Title Code Credits Optional? Major Project ET6MD211 20 No Professional Engineer ET6MD212 20 No Control and Simulation ET6MD213 20 No Digital Signal and Image Processing ET6MD214 20 No Electrical Power ET6MD215 20 Yes Microprocessors and Microcontrollers ET6MD216 40 Yes
Assessment method
Various modes of assessment will be used in different modules to ensure all aspects of learning are assessed and that you are competent in different forms of demonstrating your knowledge. These will range from real world case studies, live presentations and briefing sessions, written assessments, computer aided design projects and written examinations. You will be supported in the preparation for assessments via readily available tutorial sessions and tutor support. Some assessments may already be very familiar, such as essays, exams, and reports. However, in higher education there are a great many varieties of assessment depending on the subject, the level and the type of course. Our higher education courses often integrate academic and work-based learning so assessment may include aspects of personal reflection, portfolio building and case studies. The assessments for this programme are based on a combination of coursework, exams and practical assignments.
How to apply
29Jan
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
- Course code:
- H671
- Institution code:
- B41
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
A level - DD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Access to HE Diploma
The entry criteria for direct entry onto Level 5 of the programme are: - HNC or HND with an overall Merit grade in Mechanical, General or Aeronautical Engineering or another appropriate Engineering discipline - Applicants for whom English is not their first language are expected to achieve a minimum 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each IELTS component. - Applicants who are able to demonstrate relevant work/life skills or knowledge will also be considered on an individual basis and will be required to attend an interview and provide an upto-date CV with a professional portfolio, evidencing their capacity to undertake the programme
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 | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | Year 1 |
| EU | £10000 | Year 1 |
| International | £10000 | 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
Please note: our course fees are accurate at time of publishing. However, government information may change at short notice and we reserve the right to update our fees accordingly
Provider information
Blackpool and the Fylde College
Ashfield Road
Bispham
Blackpool
FY2 0HB