BEng Robotics Engineering
Queen Mary University of London
About this course
BEng (Hons) in Robotics Engineering, a robotics engineering degree focusing on the design and application of intelligent systems and automated technology. Core topics include Programming, Signal Processing, Control Systems, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modelling, Research Methods, Project Management, Environmental Analysis, Engineering Design, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. This programme is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers to partially meet the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer registration. The course begins with a foundation year including Communication in Science and Technology, Further Mathematics, and Foundations of Engineering. The first year introduces fundamental principles through Engineering Design, Procedural Programming, and Computational and Mathematical Modelling 1. The second year progresses to Introduction to Robotics, Instrumentation and Measurements, Introduction to Artificial Intelligence, and Control System Analysis and Design. The third year involves Integrated Design Project, Modelling and Control of Robotic Systems, and Advanced Robotic Systems alongside optional studies in Functional Materials or Biomedical Device Development. The final year includes Cognitive Robotics, Mechatronics, and an Industry / Research Project, with further optional modules such as Introduction to Computer Vision and Engineering Project Management.
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Entry requirements
Robotics Engineering - BEng (Hons): A-Level: Grades AAB at A-Level. This must include A-Level Maths and a second science subject at A-Level, from one of Physics, Electronics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Digital Technology, Information Technology, Further Mathematics or Statistics. IB: International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 34 points overall, including 6,6,5 from three Higher Level subjects. This must include Mathematics at Higher Level, and either Physics or Chemistry, also at Higher Level. BTEC: See our detailed subject and grade requirements. Access HE: We consider applications from students with the Access to Higher Education Diploma in a Physics and Mathematics based discipline. Entry will normally be to the BEng or BSc. The minimum academic requirement is to achieve 60 credits overall, with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. Applications are considered on a case by case basis. GCSE: Both GCSE English and Maths at grade C or 4 or an acceptable equivalent will be required. EPQ: Alternative offers may be made to applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification. For further information please visit: qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry/epq. Contextualised admissions: Our standard contextual offer: BBB including Maths and Physics or Chemistry or Electronics or Computer Science at A-Level. Our enhanced contextual offer: BBC including BB in Maths and Physics or Chemistry or Electronics or Computer Science at A-Level. More information on our contextual offer criteria can be found on our contextualised admissions page . Please note that General Studies and Critical Thinking are excluded from any A-Level offer and cannot be considered.
What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 69%
- Learning opportunities: 74%
- Assessment and feedback: 66%
- Academic support: 75%
- Organisation and management: 34%
- Learning resources: 78%
- Student voice: 65%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 113 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 12%
- Further study: 9%
- Unemployed: 12%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 24%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 14%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Sales occupations: 7%
- Skilled trades occupations: 6%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 63%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 300 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 72%
- South East: 9%
- South West: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Other qualifications: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- The accredited BEng (Hons) will meet, in part, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer and Students will need to complete an approved format of further learning pursuant to the requirements of UKSPEC. The accredited BEng (Hons) will also automatically meet in full, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Communication in Science and Technology
- Further Mathematics
- Science and Engineering Success
- Foundations of Chemical Science
- Foundations of Physical Science
- Foundations of Engineering
- Mathematics B
- Engineering Design
- Experimental Design and Practice 1
- Computational and Mathematical Modelling 1
- Procedural Programming
- Exploring Robotics Engineering
- Experimental Design and Practice 2
- Computational and Mathematical Modelling 2
- Object-Oriented Programming
- Introduction to Robotics
- Instrumentation and Measurements
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
- Introduction to Spacecraft Dynamics
- Neuromechanics and Bioelectricity of Movement
- Control System Analysis and Design
- Robot Design and Mechatronics
- Numerical Methods and Data Science in Engineering
- Integrated Design Project
- Modelling and Control of Robotic Systems
- Design for Human Interaction
- Advanced Robotic Systems
- Neural Networks and Deep Learning
- Functional Materials
- Biomedical Device Development
- Processing and Analysis in Medical Imaging
- Sustainability Assessment for Design
- Vehicles for the Future
- Cognitive Robotics
- Industry / Research Project
- Mechatronics
- Engineering Design Optimisation and Decision Making
- Introduction to Computer Vision
- Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence for Engineering
- Digital Signal Acquisition and Processing
- Medical Robotics and Surgical Techniques
- Engineering Project Management
- Systems Engineering
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BEng Robotics Engineering at Queen Mary University of London earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £33,000 after 3 years, £41,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £31,000 and £54,000. The £41,000 median after five years is £5,000 more than the UK median for Production and manufacturing engineering.
What do graduates of BEng Robotics Engineering at Queen Mary University of London do next?
82% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BEng Robotics Engineering at Queen Mary University of London?
69% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BEng Robotics Engineering at Queen Mary University of London?
The typical offer is AAB at A level, or 34 points in the IB. The average entrant had 155 UCAS points.
Is BEng Robotics Engineering at Queen Mary University of London accredited?
Yes. The accredited BEng (Hons) will meet, in part, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer and Students will need to complete an approved format of further learning pursuant to the requirements of UKSPEC. The accredited BEng (Hons) will also automatically meet in full, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng).
Does BEng Robotics Engineering at Queen Mary University of London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BEng Robotics Engineering at Queen Mary University of London?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.