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Mechatronic and Robotic Engineering

  • Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 27 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
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Course summary

Lead the tech revolution by creating, coding, and controlling the future of robotics. Combine mechanics, electronics, coding, control, and AI to design and build intelligent machines, automate systems, and shape tomorrow’s innovations.

Shape the future of intelligent machines with a degree in mechatronic and robotic engineering. This course combines mechanical design, computing, electronics, AI, and control to prepare you for a career at the forefront of robotics and automation.

Informed by world-leading research and designed in collaboration with industry partners, the programme blends theory with hands-on learning. You will use industry-standard equipment and explore real-world applications in robotics, industrial control, and advanced manufacturing.

In Year 1, you will build strong foundations in mathematics, computing, electronics, and system modelling, alongside working on an extended group project programming a mobile robot to perform various actions.

In Year 2, you will study robot principles, mechanics, and machine vision, as well as control, communications, embedded systems, and machine learning. Apply your knowledge through design projects and system integration.

In Year 3, you will take on an advanced individual project and specialise in either Mechatronics and Robotics – covering areas such as robot design, motion planning, and machine learning – or Control, focusing on digital signal processing, optimisation, and real-time embedded control.

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), the Institute of Measurement and Control and the Engineering Council UK.

Why study this course?

  • Study with the experts - Our academic staff have direct research experience in the robotics industry and specialise in programming, intelligent systems and cybersecurity.

  • Learn to use industry standard tech - Thanks to our industry standard facilities including 3D CAD tools, 3D printers and advanced manufacturing technologies.

  • Get noticed by future employers - Study modules designed with our industry partners, spanning topics such as robotics and artificial intelligence, industrial control and advanced manufacturing.

  • Take your ideas from paper to reality - Work collaboratively with other student engineers to create the most effective robotics with autonomous technology.

  • Go on to great things - 90% of graduates from our course are in work or further education within 15 months of graduation. Sheffield-trained engineers are now working for companies including Rolls-Royce, Siemens, Airbus, and many other industry leaders.

Ways to study this course

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Study options

  • Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 27 September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
H361
Institution code:
S18
Campus name:
Main Site
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
13 January 2027

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:
H361
Institution code:
S18
Campus name:
Main Site

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
AAB

including Maths and a science. Science subjects include Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electronics, Engineering, Further Maths, Physics, or Technology/

T Level
D

Distinction in the relevant T Level, including grade A in the core component + B in A Level Maths. Relevant T Level subjects include: Maintenance, Installation & Repair for Engineering & Manufacturing; Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing & Control; Digital Production, Design & Development; or Design & Development for Engineering & Manufacturing.

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

Access to HE Diploma
Distinction: 36 Merit: 9

Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 36 at Distinction (to include Maths and Science/Engineering), and 9 at Merit + B in A Level Maths

Scottish Advanced Higher
AB

in Maths and a science + AABBB in Scottish Highers

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D

in Engineering + B in A Level Maths

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
33-34

34, with 6,5 (in any order) in HL Maths and a science; 33, with 5 in HL Maths an a science, and B in a science-based Extended Essay

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD

in Engineering + B in A Level Maths

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2H2H2H2H2H3

including Maths and a science

To find out if you're eligible for additional consideration or an alternative offer, visit: ww.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/access-sheffield https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate

English language requirements

You must demonstrate that your English is good enough for you to successfully complete your course. For this course we require: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C; IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component; or an alternative acceptable English language qualificationhttps://www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/english-language

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

The entry grades data only represents a proportion of our cohort. We accept a broad range of qualifications on our degrees and we're committed to ensuring all students with the potential to succeed at Sheffield are informed and feel encouraged to apply. If you meet one or more of our Access Sheffield criteria, we may be able to give your application additional consideration when we receive it and when exam results are released.

Learn more on the University of Sheffield website

International entry requirements

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Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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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

Tuition fees for 2027 entry have not been confirmed. Please use 2026-27 information as a guide.

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