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Mechatronics and Robotics

  • BEng (Hon)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 21/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
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2026-2027
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Course summary

This degree offers a comprehensive, industry-formed curriculum that integrates the practical application of scientific and engineering with business skills.

Why study BEng (Hons) Mechatronics and Robotics at BU?

  • Choose to take the course as either a BEng (Bachelor of Engineering) or MEng (Master of Engineering) qualification, depending on your career aspirations or future study goals

  • The course provides a comprehensive understanding of multidisciplinary Robotics and Mechatronics, integrating mechanical systems, electronics, and intelligent computer based control. It equips you with the latest technical skills and competencies to work across different engineering disciplines

  • You’ll learn from industry-seasoned academics, practitioners, and guest speakers, gaining insights from their practical experience and industry knowledge

  • Students have access to the state-of-the-art Innovation Centre, a designated space for Design and Engineering students, fostering a conducive learning environment

  • Take part in career-affirming minimum 30 week period in a work placement, helping you to make contacts and boost your potential within the profession. With the Robotics industry on the rise, job in Robotics are in high demand. The programme prepares you for a range of roles such as Mechatronics Engineer, Robotics Engineer or even Mechanical Engineer.

  • Exhibit your work at the Festival of Design and Engineering, one of the BU's longest running events, giving the public and business leaders an insight into your work.

Course accreditation
Accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED) as fully meeting the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and partly meeting the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng) for the 2025-2029 intake years.

Modules

Year 1 core units include: Engineering Design with Practice, Engineering Principles A, Materials with Practice, Electrical and Electronic Principles, Engineering Mathematics, Mechatronics & Robotics Principles.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site

Study options

  • BEng (Hon) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 21/09/2026

Apply by
14 January

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:
H405
Institution code:
B50
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1, 2, 3

Bournemouth University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

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:
H405
Institution code:
B50
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 120 - 128 points

The entry requirements for this course are 120-128 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM.

A level

120–128 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels in required subjects.

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

120 tariff points (Grade DDM)

Access to HE Diploma

120 - 128 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.

Scottish Higher

120 - 128 tariff points

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

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.

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

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.

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

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.

Scottish Advanced Higher

120–128 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 31 - 33 points

31 - 33 overall including grade H5 from 2 Higher Level subjects

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.

Extended Project

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by 2 A-levels or equivalent

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - DDM

CTEC Level 3 Engineering Extended Certificate if accompanied by Mathematics A Level (or equivalent) (120 tariff points)

OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent

OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent

OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent

T Level - M

Merit (120 UCAS tariff points) in Engineering and Manufacturing: Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing; Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control; Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing

AccessBU: AccessBU provides you with the opportunity to tell us about your circumstances that are not always evident in your UCAS application. This widening access initiative also considers relevant criteria such as being in care or if you live in an area with a low participation rate in Higher Education - if you are eligible, your offer could be up to 16 UCAS tariff points below the published tariff.

Apprenticeships: We recognise the transferable knowledge and skills gained through apprenticeships and welcome applications from students with a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship recognised by the Institute for Apprenticeships. Each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Deferred entry: We are happy to consider eligible applicants for deferred entry. If you have already submitted your application, please submit your deferral request through our website.

Direct entry: We welcome applications from students who have previously studied at degree level at other institutions and wish to transfer onto a BU course. Our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) procedure enables credit awarded from one institution to contribute to a BU award, subject to an application process. Please visit our RPL webpage for more information.

Mature applicants: We recognise that mature applicants may have a wealth of experience rather than formal qualifications, so we’ll consider your application on these merits if included in your application. You’ll need to apply to BU in the usual way through UCAS and you may be invited to an interview to discuss your suitability for the course based on the experience you tell us about in your application.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6IELTS (Academic) 6.0 (with minimum 5.5 in each of the 4 components) or equivalent.

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted 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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Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students

75 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

90 Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9790Year 1
Northern Ireland£9790Year 1
Scotland£9790Year 1
Wales£9790Year 1
Channel Islands£9790Year 1
Republic of Ireland£9790Year 1
EU£20685Year 1
International£20685Year 1

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

Placement year: the tuition fee for a placement year is based on the academic year in which the placement takes place. For students completing their placement in the 2026/27 academic year, the fee is £1,900* (UK, ROI, CI and International).

*Important information about fees: The UK, ROI & CI fees listed above for the 2026/27 academic year have been confirmed by the UK Government (subject to Parliamentary approval). In line with the maximum fee limits set out in Regulations, tuition fees will increase annually thereafter in line with inflation (using RPI-X, a measure of inflation).

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