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

It’s a multidisciplinary subject that employs design principles, processes, models, toolsets and philosophy unique to mechatronics engineers to enable the design and development of simpler, more economical and reliable systems.

You’ll cover a unique balance of key analytical subjects, management and professional skills, ensuring that you're well-equipped to face challenging engineering situations in industry.

You’ll hear from and meet representatives from across the industry, and be encouraged to join professional bodies.

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 Modules

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)

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

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