BEng Mechatronic Engineering
About this course
BEng (Hons) Mechatronic Engineering is an undergraduate engineering degree that combines mechanical, electronic, and computing principles to create integrated systems. Core topics include Programming, Circuit Design, Embedded Systems, Signal Processing, Microelectronics, Control Systems, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Research Methods, Project Management, and Ethics & Professional Practice. Delivered over five years on a part-time basis, the curriculum concludes with an individual final-year project. The first year covers foundational mathematics and electronic principles through Engineering Mathematics, Analogue and Digital Electronics 1, and Fundamentals of Engineering and Technology. The second year introduces software development, mechanical systems, and collaborative teamwork via Introductory Software Development, Mechanical Systems & Analysis 1, and The Global Engineer. The third year advances into system design and control with Analogue and Digital Electronics 2, Embedded Systems and Microcontrollers, and Mechanical Systems and Analysis 2, alongside an optional module in Control Theory & Applications. The fourth year focuses on applied automation and software through Mechatronics 1, Engineering Programming, Mechatronics 2, and Signal Processing and Data Analysis. The final year integrates advanced technical knowledge and professional practice via Embedded Systems, Environmental Engineering, Research Methods and Management, and the BEng Final Year Project, while offering optional modules such as Nanotechnology, Communications circuit design, and ASICs and digital design.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBC To include Grade B in one from Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Technology & Design, Design & Technology, Engineering, Electronics or Double Award Science/Applied Science. The Desirable Subject can be achieved at grade C or B. You will normally be in full-time employment in an engineering capacity regarded as satisfying the industrial training requirements of the equivalent full-time programme. You will be required to satisfy the Course Committee that you have the support of your employer for release to attend the courses. Although consideration can be given to previous experiential learning, the entry criteria for the part-time programme is in line with the equivalent full-time Mechatronic Engineering course.
What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 77%
- Learning opportunities: 73%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 75%
- Organisation and management: 67%
- Learning resources: 86%
- Student voice: 61%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 90%
- Working and studying: 10%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 75%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- Other HE qualification: 20%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- The accredited BEng (Hons) will meet, in part, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer and Students will need to complete an approved format of further learning pursuant to the requirements of UKSPEC. The accredited BEng (Hons) will also automatically meet in full, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng).
Modules
- Engineering Mathematics
- Analogue and Digital Electronics 1
- Fundamentals of Engineering and Technology
- Introductory Software Development
- Mechanical Systems & Analysis 1
- The Global Engineer
- Analogue and Digital Electronics 2
- Embedded Systems and Microcontrollers
- Mechanical Systems and Analysis 2
- Control Theory & Applications
- Mechatronics 1
- Engineering Programming
- Mechatronics 2
- Signal Processing and Data Analysis
- Embedded Systems
- Environmental Engineering
- Research Methods and Management
- BEng Final Year Project
- Nanotechnology
- Communications circuit design
- ASICs and digital design
Questions about this course
What do graduates of BEng Mechatronic Engineering at Ulster University do next?
100% 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 Ulster University?
77% 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 Ulster University?
The typical offer is BBC at A level.
Is BEng Mechatronic Engineering at Ulster University accredited?
Yes. The accredited BEng (Hons) will meet, in part, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer and Students will need to complete an approved format of further learning pursuant to the requirements of UKSPEC. The accredited BEng (Hons) will also automatically meet in full, the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng).
How many students continue on BEng Mechatronic Engineering at Ulster University?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.