BEng Mechatronics & Intelligent Machines
About this course
BEng (Hons) in Mechatronics & Intelligent Machines, an engineering degree focused on the integration of mechanics, electronics, and computing to build smart automated systems. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Mathematical Modelling, Research Methods, Project Management, Engineering Design, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students can choose an optional placement year before graduation, and the programme is designed to meet the requirements of the Engineering Council AHEP4 for professional registration. The first year covers core scientific principles and practical skills through compulsory modules such as Design and Sustainability, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Practice, and Mechanical Engineering Science. The second year advances technical knowledge in areas like experimentation and simulation via Digital Systems, Applied Instrumentation and Control, Design and Manufacture, and Computer Aided Design and Simulation, alongside optional modules including Robotic Systems. The final year centres on advanced applications and independent work through compulsory modules like Mechatronics, Electromechanical Systems, Maintenance Management, and Project. Optional modules in the final year include Robotics and Applied Artificial Intelligence, Programmable Logic Controllers, Advanced Engineering Portfolio, and Engineering Simulation.
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Entry requirements
104 points at A2 including grade C in A-Level Maths and Physics or STEM BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM in Engineering including Merit in Maths units. Please see UCAS for specific unit requirements BTEC Diploma: D*D - D*D* in Engineering including Maths units. Please see UCAS for specific unit requirements Pass Access Course: 104 points including 15 level 3 credits in Maths and Physics or STEM at Merit International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass with 104 points from Higher Level subjects including Higher Level 5 Maths and Physics or STEM T Level: M including Maths and Physics. Please see UCAS for a list of the T Levels we can accept IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5 GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent
What students say
Based on about 16 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 81%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 73%
- Academic support: 80%
- Organisation and management: 61%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 59%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 15%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 45%
- Working and studying: 25%
- Further study: 20%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 40%
- Sales occupations: 15%
- Quality and Regulatory Professionals: 15%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 110 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 68%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 6%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 5%
- South East: 6%
- South West: 3%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started
- A levels: 80%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 20%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Digital and Programmable Systems
- Design and Sustainability
- Engineering Analysis
- Engineering Practice
- Fundamentals of Engineering Science (S1)
- Mechanical Engineering Science
- Digital Systems
- Applied Instrumentation and Control
- Design and Manufacture
- Thermo-fluids
- Computer Aided Design and Simulation
- Robotic Systems
- Operations Management A
- Mechatronics
- Electromechanical Systems
- Maintenance Management
- Project
- Robotics and Applied Artificial Intelligence
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Advanced Engineering Portfolio
- Engineering Simulation
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BEng Mechatronics & Intelligent Machines at University of Lancashire earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 15 months, £29,500 after 3 years, £35,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,500 and £43,000. The £35,500 median after five years is £500 less than the UK median for Production and manufacturing engineering.
What do graduates of BEng Mechatronics & Intelligent Machines at University of Lancashire 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 Mechatronics & Intelligent Machines at University of Lancashire?
81% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BEng Mechatronics & Intelligent Machines at University of Lancashire?
The typical offer is E at A level. The average entrant had 117 UCAS points.
Does BEng Mechatronics & Intelligent Machines at University of Lancashire include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BEng Mechatronics & Intelligent Machines at University of Lancashire?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.