Mechatronics
About this course
BEng/MEng in Mechatronics, a robotics engineering degree focused on the integration of mechanical, electrical, and control principles. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Microelectronics, and Entrepreneurship. Students participate in a multidisciplinary integrated system design project in the fourth year, collaborating in teams with peers from various engineering disciplines. The first year covers foundational principles through Engineering Mathematics 1, Analogue Electronics 1, Design and Manufacture 1, and Statics 1. The second year progresses with modules such as Electronic Design Project 2, Embedded Processors 2, Introductory Programming 2, and Power Electronics 2. The third year involves advanced study with Control 3, Real Time Computer Systems 3, Mechatronic Team Project 3, and Advanced Programming and Software Engineering 3. The fourth year features modules including Control 4, Individual Project 4, and Business Planning and Management for Engineers. The final fifth year concludes with Design Special Topic 5 and Individual Project 5.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB or BBB or AAA (Additional requirements: A-level Mathematics and Physics. (Design & Technology may be accepted in place of Physics, 3D or Product Design options only).) IB: 34 (6,5,5) or 38 (6,6,6) (Additional requirements: HL Mathematics (Analysis & Approaches) and Physics. (SL6 can be accepted for either Mathematics or Physics).) Scottish Higher: BEng : AABB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5 Typically offers will be made at AAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and Physics or Engineering Science at AA. (AB or BA may be considered). MEng : AAAB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5 Typically offers will be made at AAAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and Physics or Engineering Science at AA. Scottish Higher (widening access): BEng: MD20 : BBBB (also other target groups*) BEng: MD40 : AABB* Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and Physics or Engineering Science. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.
What students say
Based on about 11 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 70%
- Learning opportunities: 56%
- Assessment and feedback: 55%
- Academic support: 70%
- Organisation and management: 53%
- Learning resources: 64%
- Student voice: 62%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 25%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 65%
- Elementary occupations: 4%
- Sales occupations: 3%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 3%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 2%
- Find their work meaningful: 87%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 86%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 70%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 260 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 4%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 6%
- South East: 4%
- South West: 5%
- Scotland: 68%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 70%
- Access course: 15%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
- Other qualifications: 5%
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).
Modules
- Analogue Electronics 1
- Design and Manufacture 1
- Engineering Skills 1
- Materials 1
- Dynamics 1
- Engineering Mathematics 1
- Microelectronic Systems 1
- Statics 1
- Thermodynamics 1
- Analogue Electronics 2
- Design and Manufacture 2
- Engineering Electromagnetics 2
- Electronic Design Project 2
- Embedded Processors 2
- Power Electronics 2
- Mechanics of Structures 2A
- Introductory Programming 2
- Dynamics 2
- Fluid Mechanics 2
- Engineering Mathematics 2
- Communication Systems 3
- Control 3
- Electromagnetic Compatiblity 3
- Electronic System Design 3
- Design and Manufacture 3
- Simulation of Engineering Systems 3
- Mechanics of Solids 3
- Dynamics 3
- Power Engineering 3
- Real Time Computer Systems 3
- Mechatronic Team Project 3
- Advanced Programming and Software Engineering 3
- Control 4
- Individual Project 4
- Business Planning and Management for Engineers
- Mechatronic Team Project 4
- Design Special Topic 5
- Individual Project 5
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Mechatronics at University of Glasgow earn?
The median salary is £32,500 after 15 months, £30,500 after 3 years, £38,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £32,000 and £45,000. The £38,000 median after five years is £2,000 more than the UK median for Production and manufacturing engineering.
What do graduates of Mechatronics at University of Glasgow do next?
70% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on Mechatronics at University of Glasgow?
70% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Mechatronics at University of Glasgow?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 192 UCAS points.
Is Mechatronics at University of Glasgow 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 Mechatronics at University of Glasgow include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on Mechatronics at University of Glasgow?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.