Mechatronics and Robotics BEng/MEng (Hons)
About this course
BEng/MEng (Hons) in Mechatronics and Robotics, a mechatronics and robotics degree centred on the integration of mechanical, electronic, and intelligent control sub-systems. Core topics include Programming, Circuit Design, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Signal Processing, Microelectronics, Control Systems, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Research Methods, Project Management, Accounting, Engineering Design, Communication & Writing, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and the Institution of Engineering and Technology. The first year covers mathematical, mechanical, and electronic principles alongside design and manufacturing through General Engineering Tools and Principles 1, General Engineering Tools and Principles 2, Mechanical Design and Manufacturing 1, and Mechanical Design and Manufacturing 2. The second year introduces advanced mechatronics, dynamics, and project management via Advanced Mechatronics Tools and Principles, Dynamics, Instrumentation and Control, Embedded Application Design and Interfacing, and Engineering Project Management. The third year shifts toward robotics, power systems, and independent research through Robotics, Electrical Transmission and Distribution, and Individual Project. Optional modules in the third year allow students to explore topics such as Advanced Embedded Systems and Systems Integration, Power Electronics, Renewable Energy Electronic Devices, and 3D Printing and FEM for Mechanical Projects. The fourth MEng year covers advanced technical content, machine vision, and group project work via Engineering Business Environment and Research Methods, Machine Vision, Robotics and Artificial Intelligence, Digital Signal Processing and Embedded Systems, and MEng Group Project.
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Entry requirements
UCAS points: 112 BEng / 120 MEng A Level: BBC / BBB one A level must be at grade C or above in either Mathematics or Physics BTEC Extended Diploma: BTEC: DMM / DMM in an Engineering of Physics based BTEC Extended Diploma Contextual Offer: DMU operates a generous contextual offer for students from underrepresented backgrounds in Higher Education. This is a minimum of one to two grade reduction from our typical offer and full details including eligibility criteria can be found at dmu.ac.uk/contextual T Levels: Merit Access to HE: Pass in an Engineering, Physics or Mathematics QAA accredited Access to HE course, with at least 15 level 3 credits in the relevant subject at distinction. International Baccalaureate (IB): 26 / 30 with Maths or Physics at higher level Engineering Year Zero: Pass GCSEs: 5 x GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English and Maths If English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band (or equivalent) when you start the course is essential.
What students say
Based on about 13 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 95%
- Assessment and feedback: 88%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 78%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 49 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 58%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 12%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 45%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 165 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 5%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 4%
- East Midlands: 48%
- West Midlands: 14%
- East of England: 11%
- London: 11%
- South East: 4%
- South West: 1%
- Wales: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Candidates must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree to comply with full CEng registration requirements.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- General Engineering Tools and Principles 1
- General Engineering Tools and Principles 2
- Mechanical Design and Manufacturing 1
- Mechanical Design and Manufacturing 2
- Advanced Mechatronics Tools and Principles
- Dynamics, Instrumentation and Control
- Embedded Application Design and Interfacing
- Engineering Project Management
- Robotics
- Electrical Transmission and Distribution
- Individual Project
- Advanced Embedded Systems and Systems Integration
- Power Electronics
- Renewable Energy Electronic Devices
- 3D Printing and FEM for Mechanical Projects
- Engineering Business Environment and Research Methods
- Machine Vision, Robotics and Artificial Intelligence
- Digital Signal Processing and Embedded Systems
- MEng Group Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Mechatronics and Robotics BEng/MEng (Hons) at De Montfort University earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £24,000 after 3 years, £29,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £35,000.
What do graduates of Mechatronics and Robotics BEng/MEng (Hons) at De Montfort University do next?
78% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on Mechatronics and Robotics BEng/MEng (Hons) at De Montfort University?
94% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for Mechatronics and Robotics BEng/MEng (Hons) at De Montfort University?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 117 UCAS points.
Is Mechatronics and Robotics BEng/MEng (Hons) at De Montfort University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Candidates must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree to comply with full CEng registration requirements.
Does Mechatronics and Robotics BEng/MEng (Hons) at De Montfort University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on Mechatronics and Robotics BEng/MEng (Hons) at De Montfort University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.