BEng (Hons)

Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering

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.

Mechatronics and Robotics BEng/MEng covers the integration of mechanical, electronic and intelligent control sub-systems to realise a complete system, which may be a product, machine or process.

The multidisciplinary nature of mechatronics employs design principles, processes, models, toolsets and philosophy unique to mechatronics engineers which enable the design and development of simpler, more economical and reliable systems.

Mechatronics and Robotics engineers are in short supply, and enjoy highly versatile careers due to their multidisciplinary skills.

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Why ARU?
  • Study on a cutting-edge course developed in line with industry standards

  • Bring the world of work to life through Live Briefs, developed with regional employers to give you exposure to ‘real world’ problem-solving.

  • 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

Course options

Course options

Please note: If you're a UK student (including students from Ireland, and EU, EEA and Swiss students who have citizens' rights after Brexit), you can only start this course in September. If you're an international student, you can start in September or January.

Key facts

Looking for different course options?

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)
Module details

To prepare you for university study, you can take a foundation year at the start of this course. Find out more about foundation years.

Year 1
  • Foundation in Engineering, Computing and Technology
Module details

You can choose to take an optional placement year as part of this course. Placements typically happen in Year 3, and your course will take four years overall. Find out more about placement years.

Placement year
  • Work Placement School of Engineering and the Built Environment (120 credits)
Module details

Read profiles of teaching and research staff on this course.

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.

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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.

Careers

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

Robotics and automation are exciting, fast-developing fields where your up-to-date knowledge and skills will be highly valued. Combined with your more general mechanical engineering skills, you’ll be in demand in industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical, renewable energies, 3D printing and much more. Qualified mechanical engineers command an impressive average salary, and you could increase your earning power by progressing to senior design or project management. Your high-level numerical and problem-solving skills will also appeal to employers outside of the engineering sector, for example in IT, finance, business and education.

Graduation doesn’t need to be the end of your time with us. If you’d like to continue your studies we offer a range of postgraduate courses including MSc Engineering Management. Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship and get a discount on your fees.

Employability and personal career development

Informed by employers, our courses support an integrated approach to employability. You’ll have opportunities to develop the skills and abilities they are looking for and gain a deeper understanding of how your academic learning relates to the world of work through Live Briefs and Ruskin Modules.

To amplify your career ambition, you will need to actively dedicate time outside of your studies, whether you choose to explore placements, internships or volunteering. Or you could make a social impact by collaborating with our partner organisations through our volunteer scheme Students at the Heart of Knowledge Exchange (SHoKE). These all give you an edge, providing you with experience that you will be able to evidence on your CV and talk about in interviews.

Our Employability and Careers Service offers a range of expert advice and support to build your unique professional profile, including tailored career appointments, advice on writing your CV, and help to complete job applications. You’ll have 24/7 access to the Careers Centre, our comprehensive online digital resource, which empowers you to start building a Personal Career Development Plan from the very start. Design your future at ARU.

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