MEng Robotics
About this course
MEng (Hons) in Robotics, an undergraduate engineering degree centred on the design, building, and control of robotic systems and autonomous devices. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Circuit Design, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Signal Processing, Control Systems, Research Methods, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The course features an optional placement year, an optional year abroad, and an optional foundation year, alongside professional recognition from the IET. The first year covers core fundamentals through modules such as Analogue Electronics, Digital Electronics, Electrical Principles and Machines, Embedded System Design and Build, and Engineering Mathematics. The second year progresses to Introduction to Robotics, Real Time Systems Project, Sensors and Actuators for Robotic Systems, and Engineering Mathematics and Control, with optional choices including Power Electronics and Generation and Engineering Quality Management. The final year includes compulsory study in Computer Vision, Autonomous Mobile and Humanoid Robots, Advanced Robot Design and Prototyping, Natural Language Processing and Large Language Models, Distributed and Interactive Communications Systems, Individual Project, and MEng Group Project, alongside optional modules such as High Speed Communications and Introduction to Machine Learning.
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Entry requirements
GCSE: Mathematics and English at grade C / 4 or above is required. A level: 120 points to include grade C in A level Mathematics and a grade E in a second relevant subject. Relevant subjects include Applied ICT, Applied Science, Applied Science (DA), Biology, Chemistry, Computing/Computer Science, DT (Product Design Resistant Materials), DT (Systems and Control Tech) DT Product Design (Textiles Tech), Electronics, Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Further Maths/Use of, Statistics, Music Technology, Physics, Technology and Design. International Baccalaureate: 30 overall to include 5 at Higher Level Mathematics and 3 at Higher Level in a second relevant subject. BTEC RQF National Extended Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma: BTEC qualifications considered in combination with additional qualifications. 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. Irish Leaving Certificate: 120 UCAS tariff points, including H3 in Maths and H3 in a second relevant science subject. GCSE equivalent English and Maths accepted within. SQA Advanced Higher: 120 points, including grade C in Advanced Higher Maths and grade E in a second relevant Advanced Higher subject. GCSE equivalent English and Maths accepted within.
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 25 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 11 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 65%
- Information Technology Professionals: 20%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- 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, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Access course: 5%
- Foundation course: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully 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
- Electrical Industrial Placement
- Stage 1 Electrical/Robotics Placement Preparation
- Analogue Electronics
- Digital Electronics
- Electrical Principles and Machines
- Embedded System Design and Build
- Engineering Mathematics
- Stage 2 Electrical/Robotics Placement Preparation
- Introduction to Robotics
- Real Time Systems Project
- Sensors and Actuators for Robotic Systems
- Engineering Mathematics and Control
- Power Electronics and Generation
- Engineering Quality Management
- Individual Project
- Computer Vision
- Real-Time Embedded Programming for Autonomous and AI Systems
- Autonomous Mobile and Humanoid Robots
- High Speed Communications
- Introduction to Machine Learning
- Distributed and Interactive Communications Systems
- Advanced Robot Design and Prototyping
- Natural Language Processing and Large Language Models
- MEng Group Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MEng Robotics 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 MEng Robotics at University of Plymouth do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MEng Robotics 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 MEng Robotics at University of Plymouth?
The average entrant had 111 UCAS points.
Is MEng Robotics at University of Plymouth accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Does MEng Robotics at University of Plymouth include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MEng Robotics at University of Plymouth?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.