Two students using electronic engineering equipment in the workshop

MEng (Hons) Available in Clearing

Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering

Specialise in computer-based advanced design, simulation and modelling and help to design the world we live in.

Start date: September 2025; January 2026
Location: Chelmsford
Duration: 4 years
UCAS course code: H360

1st

in the East of England for undergraduates employed as managers, directors or senior officials.

Source: GOS 2025

Use manufacturing, 3D printing, thermodynamics, dynamics and structural analysis to analyse, calculate, model and experience a range of engineering concepts. You’ll specialise in computer-based advance design, simulation and modelling. You'll spend time working on projects with other engineering students, developing your teamwork, management and leadership skills and learning how to analyse and solve problems creatively.

This combined bachelors and Masters degree course prepares you to work toward Chartered Engineer (CEng) status when you graduate.

You'll also meet established engineers from across the industry, learn what it’s like to work in engineering, and be encouraged to join professional bodies, building valuable contacts and knowledge.

Accreditation

All our engineering courses are in line with the new Engineering Council requirements (AHEP 4.0). Accreditation for our BEng (Hons) Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering degree has been arranged with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMeche) for when full student output from the course is available.

Help to design the world we live in. Build your knowledge and practical skills in mechatronics and become a hands-on engineer with strong career prospects.

Why ARU?

This course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
Study on a cutting-edge course developed in line with industry standards
Experience a holistic and applied approach to learning that integrates mechanical and electronic engineering and robotics
Get to grips with practical challenges using our dedicated engineering labs and state-of-the-art computer simulation facilities
Learn from expert staff who, as seasoned researchers and experienced industry professionals, ensure course content is true-to-life, hands-on and relevant

Study at an award-winning university

We were named Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023. We've also been awarded a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework – a reflection of the outstanding education we offer our students.

Careers

Our Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering MEng puts you in a position to apply for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status after a period of initial professional development in industry. Robotics and automation are exciting, fast-developing fields where your up-to-date knowledge and skills will be highly valued. You’ll combine these with more general mechanical engineering skills.

You’ll build your CV not only by learning manufacturing and testing methods and using industry-standard equipment, but by solving problems and carrying out research. Our course is project-based and you'll be hands-on from Year 1.

Graduation doesn't have to be the end of your time with us. You could also choose to start a research career by progressing on to our Engineering and the Built Environment PhD. Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship and get a discount on your fees.

What can you do with a Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering degree?

Where have other Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering graduates worked?

Teaching and modules

You’ll learn the structure and properties of materials, how to incorporate electronic circuits and how to design, test and manufacture products safely using mathematics, scientific theories, specialist software and hands-on project work, with regard for environmental, sustainability and ethical issues, commercial and legal considerations and quality standards.

You’ll develop your engineering skills to Masters level, learning the technical aspects and state-of-the-art methods used in smart automation and robots and specifying and planning robot installations, with a critical awareness of engineering operating systems. You’ll work as part of a group to design and develop a cost-effective robotics system that can perform a specified set of tasks. You'll also conduct an independent research project on an engineering topic of your choice.

What will I study?

Modules are subject to change and availability, and may vary by location. If you have the choice of optional modules, these are indicated with a *.

Year 1

Introduction to Engineering (15 credits)
Applied Engineering Mathematics (15 credits)
Manufacturing and Materials Project (30 credits)
Engineering Dynamics (15 credits)
Embedded Systems (15 credits)
Mechatronic Design Project (30 credits)
Into ARU

Year 2

Electric Machines. Sensors and Actuators (15 credits)
Electronic Design Project (30 credits)
Robotics Software Development and Modelling (15 credits)
Advanced Engineering Skills (15 credits)
Robotic Control Design Project (30 credits)
Ruskin Module (15 credits)

Year 3

Research Methods and Individual Project (30 credits)
Automation and Control (15 credits)
Electronic and Electrical System Design Project (60 credits)
Robotics and Machine Intelligence (15 credits)

Year 4

Engineering Major Group Project (30 credits)
Industrial Process Control (15 credits)
Advanced Dynamics and Control Systems (30 credits)
Robotics Design and Manufacturing (15 credits)
Machine Learning and Computer Vision (15 credits)
Sustainable Environmental Design and Engineering Management Systems (15 credits)

Module details

Who teaches Mechatronics and Robotics at ARU?

Read profiles of teaching and research staff on this course.

Dr Muhammad Naguib Bin Ahmad Nazri
Lecturer
Dr Kahtan Aziz
Senior Lecturer
Dr Sufian Yousef
Associate Professor
Alireza Sanaei
Lecturer

Facilities

All our engineering students will use our specialist labs and equipment, including:

CAD/CAM and engineering computer modelling centre
industrial-scale CNC milling and lathe machines
metal and plastic rapid prototyping machines
welding equipment
electronic testing and measuring equipment
3D printers
tensile and compressive testing machines
hardness testing equipment.

You can also make full use of other facilities including our extensive library and IT resources, and get support with careers and employability, study skills, health and wellbeing, and more.

Take a guided tour and meet our students.

Speakers, societies and events

ARU works closely with local IMechE, IET, and Chelmsford Science and Engineering Society organising over 20 events on cutting-edge technologies with expert speakers from the UK and worldwide.

We also have a very active Engineering Society which runs engineering events at the university and across the UK where you can meet like passionate and like-minded peers.