Robotics with Foundation Year

Build a strong foundation in robotics and electronics, covering maths, physics and engineering. It's ideal if you're returning to education or don’t meet entry requirements for the 3-year programme.

Immersive, practical learning
Engage in hands-on learning, with practical elements embedded in nearly every module. From building real-world projects to showcasing functional robots, the experience is deeply applied, research-informed, and aligned with global challenges like AI and renewables.

Connect with emerging industry
With employers attending the final showcase and an active industrial liaison board, the course stays tightly aligned with industry needs. Benefit from expert career coaching, job opportunities and placements.

Step into world-class facilities
Receive a personal electronics toolkit and gains access to cutting-edge labs, including robotics, machine vision and nanotech clean rooms. These facilities support deep exploration and innovation in robotics.

This course is for you if...

• you are looking to start with a foundation year and progress to a professionally accredited degree in robotics

• you are eager to build and programme real robots and explore topics like sensors, motors and intelligent automation

• you are eager to gain industry-ready skills and experience through placements with top companies

• you aim to master cutting-edge technologies and learn in high-spec facilities.

Course Modules

Foundation year
Taught by University lecturers on campus, you’ll be part of the University of Plymouth from day one. You'll study six modules over the foundation year, including mathematical methods, applied mathematics (mechanics), physics and electronics. The year is geared towards helping you to progress onto one of our degrees in electronic engineering or robotics. You’ll take about 17 taught hours per week, and put in at least the same amount of time in independent study.

For up to date details, please refer to our website or contact the institution directly.