BEng Robotics with Foundation Year
About this course
BEng (Hons) in Robotics with Foundation Year, a robotics degree focusing on computing, mathematics, and engineering principles. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. This four-year course includes a compulsory foundation year. The initial foundation year establishes fundamental capabilities through Principles of Computing and AI, Foundational Mathematics in STEM, Physics, Mechanics and Applied Mathematics, and Global Scientific Challenges: Projects and Labs.
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Entry requirements
GCSE: M athematics and English at grade C/4 or above. A level: 32 points from a minimum of 2 A levels. BTEC: 18 Unit BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma: PPP. 12 Unit BTEC National Certificate/QCF Diploma: MP. If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Without this information, we may be unable to process your application quickly and you could experience significant delays in the progress of your application to study with us. Please explicitly state the full list of modules within your qualification at the time of application. All Access courses: Pass Access course (preferably from a science/technology subject) (including GCSE English and mathematics grade C/4 or above or equivalent). For candidates that do not have a science, electrical or technology background please contact: admissions@plymouth.ac.uk for further advice. T-level: Pass – Science/Technology pathways only. International Baccalaureate: 24 overall – English and mathematics must be included. Other qualifications: Mature students with appropriate work experience are encouraged to apply. For those who do not meet the requirements, please enquire for further details.
What students say
Based on about 6 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 86%
- Organisation and management: 77%
- Learning resources: 86%
- Student voice: 82%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Further study: 15%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 55%
- Information Technology Professionals: 35%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 70%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 55 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 2%
- South East: 24%
- South West: 59%
- Scotland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (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 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): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Principles of Computing and AI
- Foundational Mathematics in STEM
- Physics, Mechanics and Applied Mathematics
- Global Scientific Challenges: Projects and Labs
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BEng Robotics with Foundation Year at University of Plymouth earn?
The median salary is £33,000 after 15 months, £30,500 after 3 years, £36,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £31,500 and £43,000. The £36,500 median after five years is £500 more than the UK median for Production and manufacturing engineering.
What do graduates of BEng Robotics with Foundation Year at University of Plymouth do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BEng Robotics with Foundation Year at University of Plymouth?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BEng Robotics with Foundation Year at University of Plymouth?
The typical offer is 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 75 UCAS points.
Is BEng Robotics with Foundation Year at University of Plymouth 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.
How many students continue on BEng Robotics with Foundation Year at University of Plymouth?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.