BEng Mechatronics and Computer Systems Engineering
About this course
BEng (Hons) in Mechatronics and Computer Systems Engineering is an undergraduate engineering degree focused on the integration of mechanical systems, electronics, and computing technologies. Core topics include Programming, Circuit Design, Microelectronics, Control Systems, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Project Management, Engineering Design, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students can optionally undertake an industrial placement year, a study abroad period, or a foundation year. Year 0 covers foundational concepts through Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness, Creative and Technology Industries Study Skills, Creative and Technology Industries Data Skills, Maths for Engineering and Science, Media and Communication Skills, and Engineering and Construction in Practice. Year 1 builds core knowledge with Mental Wealth: Engineering Profession 1, Engineering Materials, Engineering Principles, Applied Mathematics & Computing, AC Circuits and Electronic Principles, and Engineering Mechanics. Year 2 advances technical capabilities via Mental Wealth: Engineering Profession 2, Advanced Mathematics and Modelling, Dynamics and Control, Applied Electronics, Digital Communications & Telecommunication Networks, and Applied Programming. Year 3 concludes with advanced study including Capstone Project, Mental Wealth: Engineering Profession 3, Design of Mechatronics Systems, Artificial Intelligence, and Systems Integration.
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff points You will need one of the following: 112 UCAS points (standard offer), or 96 UCAS points (contextual offer) Read more about contextual offer eligibility. Points must come from a Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator. Accepted qualifications We accept: A Levels in at least two subjects including Mathematics and Physics BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM (standard) / MMM (contextual) in a relevant subject. Must include distinctions in both Mathematics and Further Mathematics. BTEC Diploma – D*D* (standard) / DD (contextual) in a relevant subject. Must include Distinctions in Mathematics and Further Mathematics. Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject International Baccalaureate – 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level and must include Mathematics and Physics at Higher Level We also welcome applications from students who are taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not on the UCAS tariff calculator. These are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Additional requirements You will also need: GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics International qualifications We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications. Please visit our International page for full details.
What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 86%
- Learning opportunities: 84%
- Assessment and feedback: 85%
- Academic support: 86%
- Organisation and management: 82%
- Learning resources: 82%
- Student voice: 82%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 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 18 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 25%
- Skilled trades occupations: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 35%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 100 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 9%
- London: 72%
- South East: 4%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 85%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness
- Creative and Technology Industries Study Skills
- Creative and Technology Industries Data Skills
- Maths for Engineering and Science
- Media and Communication Skills
- Engineering and Construction in Practice
- Mental Wealth: Engineering Profession 1
- Engineering Materials
- Engineering Principles
- Applied Mathematics & Computing
- AC Circuits and Electronic Principles
- Engineering Mechanics
- Mental Wealth: Engineering Profession 2
- Advanced Mathematics and Modelling
- Dynamics and Control
- Applied Electronics
- Digital Communications & Telecommunication Networks
- Applied Programming
- Capstone Project
- Mental Wealth: Engineering Profession 3
- Design of Mechatronics Systems
- Artificial Intelligence
- Systems Integration
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BEng Mechatronics and Computer Systems Engineering at University of East London earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £34,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £44,000. The £34,000 median after five years is £2,000 less than the UK median for Production and manufacturing engineering.
What do graduates of BEng Mechatronics and Computer Systems Engineering at University of East London 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 and Computer Systems Engineering at University of East London?
86% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BEng Mechatronics and Computer Systems Engineering at University of East London?
The typical offer is 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 92 UCAS points.
Does BEng Mechatronics and Computer Systems Engineering at University of East London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BEng Mechatronics and Computer Systems Engineering at University of East London?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.