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Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering

Course details
  • 2 Study options
  • Undergraduate
Course location
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Course summary

Learn the most exciting aspects of electronics, mechanical design and AI to become an expert in this highly sought-after field.

Mechatronics and robotics engineering is at the forefront of progression across a whole host of large industries globally.

Transport, healthcare, entertainment, energy – the demand for unique and innovative advances in technologies to deliver sustainable solutions for the future is crucial to them all – and more.

This makes mechatronics and robotics engineering more relevant than ever.

This course will cover the most industry-relevant topics in these fields, empowering you with a range of skills to be able to design and manufacture sophisticated systems that matter in society.

At Leeds, you’ll also get access to industry-standard facilities and the very latest research being carried out in the EPSRC National Facility for Innovative Robotic Systems, right here on campus.

Between the curriculum, facilities and expert teaching, you’ll have a great headstart for your career in industry when you graduate.

Student profile: Ziad Abass
"One of the best aspects of the course has been the opportunity to work on projects. Project work is given from as early as year one, which, for me, was crucial to develop a deep understanding of what was being taught in lectures."

Ziad Abass, Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering

Why study at Leeds

  • 100-year history of globally-renowned research: Our School has been responsible for pioneering industry-driven developments for over a century. This feeds directly into your course, shaping your learning with the latest thinking.

  • Learn in a practical environment: Access specialist facilities, including lecture theatres and labs featuring industry-standard equipment and the latest technology.

  • Gain real-world experience: Our industrial work placements have given previous students the chance to work at – and build professional relationships with – organisations such as BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce and Mercedes F1 Team.

  • Study abroad: Gain invaluable life experience and advance your personal development with our exciting study abroad programmes, spanning across universities worldwide.

  • Flexible options: You can transfer to the four-year integrated Masters (MEng, BEng) degree at the end of your second year.

  • Bring your skills to life outside the classroom: ShockSoc is your chance to attend high-quality technical visits, get involved in social events and even build your own robot in our Robot Fighting League (RFL). Watch our RFL video to see what our students get up to.

Rankings and awards

  • Top 10 in the UK for Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Guardian University Guide 2026

  • Top 100 in the world for Engineering and Technology, QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026

Where this degree could take you
Here’s an insight into some of the job roles our graduates have obtained:

  • Software Engineering Consultant, Monad Engineering

  • Member of the Board, Kamacıoğlu Group of Companies

  • Software & Robotics Engineer, PEAK

  • Project Engineer, Nama Power & Water Procurement Company

  • Electronics Engineer in Medical Device Development, University of Leeds

  • Graduate Engineer, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory

  • Data Scientist, Crawford and Company

  • Analyst, PA Consulting Group

  • Data Science Engineer, TBS Limited

Careers support
Top 10 most targeted for 10+ years by the UK's leading employers, The Graduate Market 2026, High Fliers Research

At Leeds, we help you to prepare for your future from day one.

Our Careers Service has the global expertise and sector-spanning industry partnerships that, combined, go way beyond simply helping you get a job. They provide you with the resources you need to upskill and achieve the future you aspire towards – even in the face of lightning-paced change.

Modules

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Mechanical Engineers, Institution of
  • Engineering and Technology, Institution of

How to apply

Application codes

Institution code:
L23

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.

Course options

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
AAB

A-level: AAB including Mathematics.

Where an A-Level Science subject is taken, we require a pass in the practical science element, alongside the achievement of the A-Level at the stated grade.

Extended Project Qualification, International Project Qualification: Grade A plus ABB at A-level including Mathematics.

T Level
Not accepted

Scottish Higher
AABBB

AA at Advanced Higher level, including Mathematics and BBBBB at Higher Level.

Access to HE Diploma
Distinction: 30

Pass 60 credits overall with 45 credits at Level 3, 30 credits with Distinction (including an appropriate number Mathematics modules) and the remaining 15 credits with Merit or above.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Offer: 35

17 points at Higher Level to include 5 in HL Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or 6 in HL Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation

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

D*DD (RQF) with Distinctions in all Mathematics units including Maths and Further Maths (and/ or other appropriate maths units) plus a diagnostic Maths test. Some units may be optional on your BTEC but are required by the Faculty. Please contact us for further information.

Please note – there may be different requirements for the older QCF BTEC’s, please contact Admissions.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2H2H2H2H2H2

H2 H2 H2 H2 H2 H2, including Mathematics

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3D3M2

D3, D3, M2 including Mathematics.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)

Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate: We will accept the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate in lieu of a third A-Level at the same grade, assuming any subject specific requirements are met using alternative qualifications.

GCSE: English Language grade 4 (C) or higher, or an equivalent English language qualification. We will accept Level 2 Functional Skills English instead of GCSE English. https://courses.leeds.ac.uk/j914/mechatronics-and-robotics-engineering-beng#entry

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6with no less than 5.5 in each section.

https://www.leeds.ac.uk/international-admissions/doc/entry-requirements

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.

If the most common grade accepted is higher than our entry requirements, this is due to the attainment of our applicants. If you have been made an offer and you meet or exceed the grades of your offer, you will be accepted.

If grades lower than our entry requirements have been accepted, in most cases this is because we operate contextual admissions as part of our decision making, which considers factors beyond grades. For more information about contextual admissions, please visit our website.

Learn more on the University of Leeds website

International entry requirements

To see the equivalent entry requirements for your country, please visit our website. https://www.leeds.ac.uk/admissions-qualifications

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.

This course may have Historical entry grades data available, please select a course option to view.

Course options

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

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

For further information please see http://www.leeds.ac.uk/undergraduatefees

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