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Undergraduate

BEng Mechatronics and Robotics

Robots and AI are the present and the future. Benefit from superb facilities on this hands-on course that combines mechatronics and robotics, computer science and engineering.

Key information

Study mode

Full-time

Course length

3 years

Typical offer

112 points

A Level grades: BBC

UCAS code

H360

Choose an option

Standard course option With a foundation year With a placement year Integrated Masters IM with a placement year

Start date

Sept 2021 Sept 2022

Course overview

Robots and Artificial Intelligence are changing the world around us, transforming how we live and work.

Amazon’s automated warehouses are revolutionising the way businesses operate. Drones deliver medicines to remote regions of the world. Robots are being used instead of humans in hazardous or inaccessible areas.

Mechatronics and robotics brings together three disciplines and applies them to the design and manufacture of intelligent systems. The course is an exciting combination of approximately one third computer science, one third engineering and one third mechatronics and robotics modules.

These courses place great emphasis on the design, implementation and evaluation of automated and robotic systems. Topics you’ll cover include programming and algorithmic thinking, Artificial Intelligence and computer vision. You’ll do lots of problem-based learning and, of course, build your own robots.

Our teaching is linked to our research in simulation, visualisation, dependable systems, robotics, 3D printing and mobile and distributed computing, meaning you’ll be at the forefront of developments in this rapidly growing field.

We provide a range of specialist facilities including a specialist robotics lab. Here you’ll get hands-on with humanoid Baxter and Nao robots and our 3D printed robot MARC (Multi-actuated Robotic Companion) created by our Head of Department Professor John Murray. And you’ll be able to digitally fabricate 3D models, prototypes and parts for your robotic systems in our FabLab. In addition to our robotics hardware, we also have motion capture environments for drones and VR/AR and MR facilities in the Hull Immersive Visualisation Environment (HIVE).

There is also a host of extracurricular opportunities from hackathons to networking events with employers to help you enjoy your time at university.

More to explore

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Six reasons to study Mechatronics and Robotics at Hull

Robotics lab with humanoid Baxter and Nao robots
Digitally fabricate your own prototypes in our FabLab
AR / VR technology in the HIVE*
Research inspired teaching and ‘learning by doing’
Enjoy networking events, hackathons and games jams
Design and build your own robots

What you'll study

The course consists of 120 credits per year. Most modules are 20 credits, meaning you’ll study six modules each year. Some longer modules, such as a dissertation, are worth more (e.g. 40 credits). In these cases, you’ll study fewer modules - but the number of credits will always add up to 120.

First year Second year Final year

First year modules

Compulsory

Fundamentals of Mechatronics and Robotics 1

Discover the principles of robotic systems. You’ll learn to program robots to understand sensor inputs and navigate environments, and modify robots to meet new challenges.

Introduction to Programming and Algorithmic Thinking

Develop a practical skill that requires both logic and creativity, from understanding language syntax to constructing bigger, more complex systems.

Mathematical Tools and Concepts

This module delivers essential core mathematics knowledge, including polynomial functions, trigonometric functions, series, vectors, matrices and complex numbers.

Object-Oriented Programming and Principles

Build on your knowledge of programming to reinforce fundamental concepts and to develop awareness of the issues involved in the implementation of larger-scale software.

Mathematics, Programming and Digital Logic Design

Gain essential core mathematics knowledge, as well as techniques for the design and simulation of sequential logic circuits together with programming in C. Skills.

Second year modules

Compulsory

Mechatronic Systems

Learn about mechanical systems including actuators, drive systems and stress analysis of mechanical systems, through hands-on practical sessions in the lab.

Mathematics and Control for Engineers

You'll focus on advanced mathematical used to model and control dynamical systems. You'll also be introduced to Laplace and Fourier transform techniques.

Artificial Intelligence

Gain an understanding of the basic theoretical issues of artificial intelligence and the making of intelligent agents both for games and more generally.

Microprocessor Design

Explore the internal architectures of microprocessors and microcontrollers, together with the mechanisms for program execution, communication and interfacing.

Networking and User Interface Design

An introduction to computer networks and the role technologies play in creating the user interface for enterprise business web applications.

Mechatronics, Robotics, Sensors and Simulation

Learn about sensor systems – understanding how to interpret sensor data and integrate sensor fusion systems. This module also introduces you to simulation tools and systems.

Placement year modules

Your placement is your opportunity to get some real-world work experience under your belt.

Just like in the real world, you’ll be responsible for finding and applying for opportunities, with the added benefit of help and support from university services such as the Careers and Employability service based in Student Central.

The industrial placement is fully assessed and counts towards your final degree result; it therefore requires the successful completion of academic assignments, a portfolio and a final report.

Final year modules

Core

Honours Stage Project

Tackle a substantial piece of computer-related investigation or software design in an area of your interest. This includes practical development and evaluation of your designs and implementation.
Compulsory

Robotics and Automation

Develop knowledge of the applications, modelling and analysis of industrial robots and their assembly. You'll explore key features of design and methods of controlling robotic devices.

Stress Analysis and Dynamics of Mechanical Systems

Develop your understanding of fundamental theories and techniques relevant to the mechanical engineering problems in stress analysis and dynamics.

Machine Vision and Sensor Fusion

Key methods in image processing and sensory data fusion will be explored through theoretical analysis and computer simulations.

Embedded Systems Development

Explore the fundamental mechanisms of program execution on a processor and a down-to-assembler level understanding of embedded solutions.

All modules are subject to availability and this list may change at any time.

How you'll study

Throughout your degree, you’re expected to study for 1,200 hours per year. That’s based on 200 hours per 20 credit module. And it includes scheduled hours, time spent on placement and independent study. How this time’s divided among each of these varies each year and depends on the course and modules you study.

First year Second year Final year

Overall workload

360 hours

Scheduled study

840 hours

Independent study

Indicative assessment proportions

37%

63%

Examination

Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests.
Coursework

Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.

Overall workload

300 hours

Scheduled study

900 hours

Independent study

Indicative assessment proportions

50%

Examination

Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests.
Coursework

Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.

Overall workload

1,200 hours

Placement

Indicative assessment proportions

100%

Coursework

Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.

Overall workload

240 hours

Scheduled study

960 hours

Independent study

Indicative assessment proportions

23%

10%

67%

Examination

Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests.
Practical

Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work.
Coursework

Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.

Martin Davies Mechatronics and Robotics

"Robotics is the future, so it felt like the perfect course for me."

Placement year

Gain real world skills by opting to spend a year on placement in industry - with support from our award-winning careers team.

Facilities

Get access to the latest industry-standard facilities, from high performance cloud computing systems and 3D projection to VR and humanoid robots.

Computer Science Facilities

Entry requirements

UK Residents International students

Typical offer

A level grades BBC
BTEC grades DMM
Points required 112

Work out your estimated points

We offer a Foundation Year to boost your skills and knowledge – it’s a great way to make your way into higher education.

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Points can be from any qualifications on the UCAS tariff, but must include at least 80 points from

A levels
BTEC Subsidiary Diploma, Diploma or Extended Diploma
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma, Diploma or Extended Diploma
CACHE Diploma or Extended Diploma
Irish Leaving Certificate
Scottish Highers
Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma
or a combination of appropriate Level 3 qualifications
Applicants should have an A level in Maths at Grade C or above.

UCAS has changed the way that qualifications earn points under the Tariff system. Please click here to work out your estimated points and to find out more about how the University of Hull considers qualifications.

Alternative qualifications

IB Diploma: 28 points including 5 in HL Maths
Access to HE Diploma: Pass Science or Engineering based Diploma with minimum of 45 credits at merit or higher, including 18 credits at merit in Maths.
BTEC L3 Extended Diploma: Engineering including merit in Maths for Engineers and Further Maths for Engineers.
BTEC L3 National Extended Diploma: Engineering including Merit in Calculus and Further Engineering Mathematics units
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: Engineering including Merit in Maths for Engineers and Applied Mathematics for Engineering units.

Worried you don’t quite meet our entry requirements?

We consider experience and qualifications from the UK and worldwide which may not exactly match the combinations above.

But it’s not just about the grades – we’ll look at your whole application. We want to know what makes you tick, and about your previous experience, so make sure that you complete your personal statement.

If you have any questions, our admissions team will be happy to help.

We offer a Foundation Year to boost your skills and knowledge – it’s a great way to make your way into higher education.

Switch to the foundation course

Switch to the foundation year

If you require a Tier 4 student visa to study or if your first language is not English you will be required to provide acceptable evidence of your English language proficiency level.

This course requires academic IELTS 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each skill. See other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by this University.

If your English currently does not reach the University's required standard for this programme, you may be interested in one of our English language courses.

Visit your country page to find out more about our entry requirements.

Our teaching staff

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Fees and funding

Student Fees Additional costs

£9,250 per year*

EU/International

£17,550 per year

International applicants may need to pay a tuition fee deposit before the start of the course. Visit our tuition fee deposit page for more information.

*The amount you pay may increase each year, in line with inflation - but capped to the Retail Price Index (RPI).

The fees shown are for 2021 entry. The fees for 2022 have not yet been confirmed and may increase.

UK students can take out a tuition fee loan to cover the cost of their course and a maintenance loan of up to £9,488 to cover living costs.

Substantial discounts are available for International students.

More information on fees can be found in the Money section of our website.

Your tuition fees will cover most costs associated with your programme (including registration, tuition, supervision, assessment and examination).

There are some extra costs that you might have to pay, or choose to pay, depending on your programme of study and the decisions you make. The list below has some examples, and any extra costs will vary.

Books (you’ll have access to books from your module reading lists in the library, but you may want to buy your own copies)
Optional field trips
Study abroad (including travel costs, accommodation, visas, immunisation)
Placement costs (including travel costs and accommodation)
Student visas (international students)
Laptop (you’ll have access to laptops and PC’s on campus, but you may want to buy your own)
Printing and photocopying
Professional-body membership
Graduation (gown hire and photography)

Remember, you’ll still need to take into account your living costs. This could include accommodation, travel and food – to name just a few.

Your future prospects

Design engineer
Research and development specialist
Systems engineer
Programmer

You’ll find mechatronics and robotics in almost every aspect of modern life, creating a wealth of career opportunities for graduates.

You could help to develop the latest technology – from driverless cars to drones, space vehicles to automated production lines and technology-assisted clothing.

Ready to apply?

You can apply for this course through UCAS. As well as providing your academic qualifications, you’ll be able to showcase your skills, qualities and passion for the subject.

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