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Mechatronics and Robotics at Bournemouth University - UCAS

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Course summary

This degree offers a comprehensive, industry-formed curriculum that integrates the practical application of scientific and engineering with business skills. Why study BEng (Hons) Mechatronics and Robotics at BU?

  • Choose to take the course as either a BEng (Bachelor of Engineering) or MEng (Master of Engineering) qualification
  • 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.
  • Learn from industry-seasoned academics, practitioners and guest speakers
  • 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 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, job 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 and Engineering, one of the BU's longest running events, giving the public and business leaders an insight into your work.
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.

Modules

First year core units will include; Engineering Design with Practice, Engineering Principles A, Engineering Principles B, Materials with Practice, Electrical and Electronic Principles and Engineering Mathematics, Mechatronics and Robotics Principles.


How to apply

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:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

AccessBU: AccessBU provides you with the opportunity to tell us about your circumstances that are not always evident in your UCAS application. This widening access initiative also considers relevant criteria such as being in care or if you live in an area with a low participation rate in Higher Education - if you are eligible, your offer could be up to 16 UCAS tariff points below the published tariff. Apprenticeships: We recognise the transferable knowledge and skills gained through apprenticeships and welcome applications from students with a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship recognised by the Institute for Apprenticeships. Each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Deferred entry: We are happy to consider eligible applicants for deferred entry. If you have already submitted your application, please submit your deferral request through our website. Direct entry: We welcome applications from students who have previously studied at degree level at other institutions and wish to transfer onto a BU course. Our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) procedure enables credit awarded from one institution to contribute to a BU award, subject to an application process. Please visit our RPL webpage for more information. Mature applicants: We recognise that mature applicants may have a wealth of experience rather than formal qualifications, so we’ll consider your application on these merits if included in your application. You’ll need to apply to BU in the usual way through UCAS and you may be invited to an interview to discuss your suitability for the course based on the experience you tell us about in your application.


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6IELTS (Academic) 6.0 (with minimum 5.5 in each of the 4 components) or equivalent.

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1
EU £19700 Year 1
International £19700 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

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Mechatronics and Robotics at Bournemouth University - UCAS