BEng Mechatronic Engineering
About this course
BEng Mechatronic Engineering, an engineering degree exploring the integration of mechanical, electrical, and computing technologies. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Circuit Design, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Signal Processing, and Control Systems. An optional foundation year is available before starting the main curriculum. The first year covers core fundamentals through modules such as Principles of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Digital Electronics, and Mathematics for EEE 1E1. The second year introduces applied topics including Microcontroller Engineering, Electronic Circuit Design, Applied Mechanics & Industrial Robotics, and an Embedded Systems Project. The final year focuses on advanced concepts via compulsory study in Mobile Robots and Autonomous Systems, Control Systems II, Sensors & Instrumentation, and an Individual Project. Students can also tailor their studies using optional modules covering areas such as Numerical Analysis, Data Networking, and Digital Signal Processing.
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Entry requirements
A level: A*AA including A* in Mathematics and A in either Physics, Electronics, Further Mathematics, Chemistry or Computer Science
What students say
Based on about 10 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 87%
- Learning opportunities: 77%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 77%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 76%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 55%
- Information Technology Professionals: 20%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 475 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 43%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 6%
- East Midlands: 4%
- West Midlands: 6%
- East of England: 6%
- London: 17%
- South East: 6%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 60%
- Baccalaureate: 15%
- Foundation course: 25%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
- Accredited by the Institute of Measurement and Control (InstMC) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Principles of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Digital Electronics
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering in Practice
- Programming and Software Engineering
- Electronic Materials and Devices
- Mathematics for EEE 1E1
- Mathematics for EEE 1E2
- Microcontroller Engineering
- Engineering Management
- Electromagnetic Fields
- Signals and Systems
- Machines, Drives & Power Electronics
- Electronic Circuit Design
- Control Systems I
- Applied Mechanics & Industrial Robotics
- Embedded Systems Project
- Mobile Robots and Autonomous Systems
- Power Electronics
- Mechatronic Analysis & Design
- Control Systems II
- Sensors & Instrumentation
- Individual Project
- Commercial Technology Development
- Numerical Analysis
- Data Networking
- Concurrent Systems
- High Speed Digital and Mixed Signal Design
- Digital Signal Processing
- Transmission Lines & Optical Fibres
- Computer Systems Architecture
- Electrical Drive Systems
- Independent Study and Technical Explanations
- Leadership in Action Online Unit
- Understanding Mental Health
- AI: robot overlord, replacement, or colleague?
- Trust and Security in a Digital World: From Fake News to Cyber Criminals
- Creating a Sustainable World: 21st Century Challenges and the Sustainable Development Goals
- Digital Society: Your Place in a Networked World
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BEng Mechatronic Engineering at University of Manchester earn?
The median salary is £33,000 after 15 months, £33,000 after 3 years, £41,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £34,000 and £53,500. 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 Mechatronic Engineering at University of Manchester do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BEng Mechatronic Engineering at University of Manchester?
87% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BEng Mechatronic Engineering at University of Manchester?
The typical offer is A*AA at A level. The average entrant had 161 UCAS points.
Is BEng Mechatronic Engineering at University of Manchester accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Accredited by the Institute of Measurement and Control (InstMC) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
How many students continue on BEng Mechatronic Engineering at University of Manchester?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.