Mechatronics and Robotics BEng (Hons)
University of Leeds
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Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

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Robotics is at the forefront of progression across a whole host of large industries globally including transport, healthcare, entertainment, and energy. The demand for unique and innovative advances in technologies to deliver sustainable solutions for the future is ever-growing — meaning mechatronics and robotics couldn’t be more relevant than they are today.This multidisciplinary course offers you the opportunity to study the most exciting aspects of electronics, mechanical design and ...Read more

Robotics is at the forefront of progression across a whole host of large industries globally including transport, healthcare, entertainment, and energy. The demand for unique and innovative advances in technologies to deliver sustainable solutions for the future is ever-growing — meaning mechatronics and robotics couldn’t be more relevant than they are today.This multidisciplinary course offers you the opportunity to study the most exciting aspects of electronics, mechanical design and artificial intelligence and apply them to the design and manufacture of sophisticated intelligent systems.You’ll also have access to cutting-edge research being carried out in the EPSRC National Facility for Innovative Robotic Systems, alongside industry-standard software and lab facilities, right here on campus. Additionally, we offer exciting opportunities like studying abroad and industrial work placements to ensure you have the best grounding to head out into the professional world.


Why study at Leeds:

- This course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).- Our School’s 100-year globally-renowned research activity has been responsible for engineering new technologies and creating pioneering industry-driven developments and feeds directly into your course, shaping your learning with the latest thinking.- Experience expert teaching delivered by a programme team made up of academics and researchers who specialise in robotics and a variety of other product engineering disciplines.- Enjoy a more practical approach to learning, with access to our specialist facilities during your project work, including lecture theatres and labs featuring industry-standard equipment and the latest technology.- Enhance your career prospects and give your CV that competitive edge before you graduate with our industrial work placement opportunities. Our close industry links have given previous students the chance to work at — and build professional relationships with — major organisations such as Amazon, Rolls-Royce and Sony.- Gain invaluable life experience and advance your personal development with our exciting study abroad programmes, spanning across universities worldwide.- At the end of your second year, there’s the possibility of transferring to the four-year integrated Masters (MEng, BEng).- Make the most of your time at Leeds by joining our student society ShockSoc where you can meet more of your peers, attend high-quality technical visits, enjoy social events and get the chance to put theory into practice by participating in our own Robot Fighting League.

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6/81
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10th
CUG Ranking
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22nd
Production and Manufacturing Engineering
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 85 = 15% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
15%
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85%
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Production and Manufacturing Engineering graduate salary at this uni
£25,000
UK Production and Manufacturing Engineering graduate salary
£24,000
What students say
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29 Feb 24

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03 Mar 23

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

AAA Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

AABBB Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:45 Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

D3,D3,D3 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

35 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H1,H2,H2,H2,H2,H2 Grades / Points required

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

D*DD Grades / Points required

AAA, including Mathematics.Where an A-Level Science subject is taken, we require a pass in the practical science element, alongside the achievement of the A-Level at the stated grade. Excludes A-Level General Studies or Critical Thinking.Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), International Project Qualification (IPQ) and Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (ASCC): We recognise the value of these qualifications and the effort and enthusiasm that applicants put into them, and where an applicant offers an A in the EPQ, IPQ or ASCC we may make an offer of AAB at A-Level (any required subjects such as Mathematics must still be at grade A).

AA at Advanced Higher level, including Mathematics and AABBB at Higher Level.

Pass 60 credits with 45 credits at Level 3, 30 credits with Distinction (including an appropriate number Mathematics modules) and the remaining 15 credits with Merit or above.

D3, D3, D3 including Mathematics.

18 points at Higher Level to include 5 in HL Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or 6 in HL Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation

H1 H2 H2 H2 H2 H2, including Mathematics.

D*DD (RQF) with Distinctions in all Mathematics units including Maths and Further Maths (and/ or other appropriate maths units) plus a diagnostic Maths test. Some units may be optional on your BTEC but are required by the Faculty. Please contact us for further information.

Popular A-level subjects

Production and Manufacturing Engineering

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Mathematics
80%
Physics
67%
Chemistry
22%
Further Mathematics
20%
Product Design
15%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

The Standard tuition fees is £9,250 (per year). Fees will be substantially reduced for a study abroad or work placement year: for home students paying the £9,250 tuition fee, the reduced fee will be £1,385.

£30,250 per year

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Students from EU

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

The Standard tuition fees is £30,250. For international students starting their studies, the reduced fee for a work or study abroad placement year will be £3,713.

£30,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

The Standard tuition fees is £30,250. For international students starting their studies, the reduced fee for a work or study abroad placement year will be £3,713.

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