BEng Mechatronics Engineering
About this course
BEng(Hons) in Mechatronics Engineering, an engineering degree combining the principles of mechanics, electronics, robotics and computer engineering to build sustainable systems. Core topics include Programming, Embedded Systems, Signal Processing, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modelling, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students can choose to undertake an optional placement year as part of the programme. The first year covers foundational principles through Engineering Practice 1, Mathematical Modelling for Electronics and Robotics, Practical Electronics, and Programming for Engineers. The second year introduces Engineering Practice 2, Engineering Research, Microcontroller Applications Group Lab, and Industrial Data Analytics. The final year involves the Engineering Project, Group Design and Integration Project, Professionalism for Engineers, and Applied Artificial Intelligence, alongside optional modules such as Smart Factory Modelling and Simulation, Industrial Systems Validation, and Digital Signal Processing.
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Entry requirements
GCSE: Grade C/4 in English and Mathematics, or equivalent. Tariff points: 112 Contextual tariff: See our contextual offers page. English Language Requirement: International and EU applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*). *The university accepts a large number of UK and International Qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades you'll need on our English Language Requirements page. A-level subjects: Grade C in Mathematics plus a pass in one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Computing/Computer Science, Design and Technology, Electronics, Engineering, ICT, Further Maths, Music Technology, Physics, Statistics. Relevant subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Computing/Computer Science, Design and Technology, Electronics, Engineering, ICT, Further Maths, Mathematics, Music Technology, Physics, Statistics. BTEC: You must be studying one of the following: Aeronautical Engineering, Construction and the Built Environment, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Land-based Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Operations and Maintenance Engineering. To include Merit in one of the following units: Further Engineering Mathematics or Further Mathematics for Construction. Please list the units you are taking in your application. For further advice on acceptable units please email us. For information on required Guided Learning Hours please see our minimum entry requirements page. Access: 15 Level 3 credits at Merit in Mathematics and 15 credits at Pass in another Science or Technology subject. Baccalaureate IB: To include a minimum grade of 5 in Higher Level Mathematics and a pass at Higher Level in one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Design Technology, Physics, Environmental Systems and Societies. We accept the IB Career-related Programme in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications. Irish Highers: H2 in Mathematics plus a pass in one of the following subjects: Biology; Chemistry; Engineering; Physics; Technology. Welsh Baccalaureate: We accept tariff points achieved from the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications. This qualification cannot be used to satisfy any subject specific entry requirements. Cambridge Technical: You must be studying one of the following: Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic Systems Design and Engineering; Engineering Automation Control and Manufacturing Processes; Electrical and Electronic Engineering; Mechanical Engineering and Design; Automation, Systems and Control; Manufacturing To include Merit in the following (optional) unit: Applied Mathematics for Engineering. T Levels: Grade C in A-Level Mathematics, in addition to your T Level qualification. If you have or are looking to partially complete your T-Level, you are still required to have the equivalent to 2 full A-Levels as part of our minimum entry requirements. As a result, if you are applying with only the core or occupational specialism, this may be insufficient as a stand-alone qualification.
What students say
Based on about 49 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 76%
- Learning opportunities: 69%
- Assessment and feedback: 71%
- Academic support: 85%
- Organisation and management: 56%
- Learning resources: 78%
- Student voice: 72%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 90 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 86%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 4%
What graduates do next
Based on about 19 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 20%
- Skilled trades occupations: 15%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 50%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 40%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 280 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 6%
- East of England: 2%
- London: 8%
- South East: 11%
- South West: 60%
- Wales: 6%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 70%
- Foundation course: 20%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Engineering Practice 1
- Mathematical Modelling for Electronics and Robotics
- Practical Electronics
- Programming for Engineers
- Fundamental Mechatronics Principles
- Engineering Practice 2
- Engineering Research
- Microcontroller Applications Group Lab
- Industrial Data Analytics
- Digital Manufacturing and Industry
- Industrial Internet of Things
- Engineering Project
- Group Design and Integration Project
- Professionalism for Engineers
- Applied Artificial Intelligence
- Biomechatronics
- Smart Factory Modelling and Simulation
- Industrial Systems Validation
- Digital Signal Processing
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BEng Mechatronics Engineering at UWE Bristol earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 15 months, £31,000 after 3 years, £37,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £30,500 and £44,500. The £37,500 median after five years is £1,500 more than the UK median for Production and manufacturing engineering.
What do graduates of BEng Mechatronics Engineering at UWE Bristol do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BEng Mechatronics Engineering at UWE Bristol?
76% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BEng Mechatronics Engineering at UWE Bristol?
The average entrant had 135 UCAS points.
Does BEng Mechatronics Engineering at UWE Bristol include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BEng Mechatronics Engineering at UWE Bristol?
86% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.