Robotics with a Foundation Year

Learn about the fundamental concepts in mechatronic and robotic areas, including mathematics, computing, control, electronics and embedded systems.

Become an expert in robotics on this MEng course in mechatronic and robotic engineering, starting with a foundation year.

If you don't have the usual scientific or mathematical background for an engineering degree, a foundation year is for you. After successfully completing the foundation year, you’ll be able to progress to your main degree courses.

In your foundation year, you'll develop your skills in maths, physics and laboratory work, preparing you to excel in your degree studies. You'll learn with academics specialising in the subject areas, using the same delivery and assessment styles as our degree courses. Project work, both individual and in groups, will also be led by academics.

At the end of your foundation year, you can choose whether to progress to a full degree course in mechatronics, robotics and computer systems engineering. You'll also have the opportunity to put what you have learned into practice during an industrial placement year.

In your final year, you’ll collaborate with a world-leading academic and complete an advanced project.

A foundation year is an excellent way to prepare for your chosen engineering course and gain access to a top university education.

This course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology and the Institute of Measurement and Control. Our MEng degrees meet all the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.

Why study this course?

• Take your ideas from paper to reality: Work collaboratively with other student engineers to create the most effective robotics with autonomous technology.

• Go on to great things: 92% of students from our school go onto work or further study for companies including Rolls-Royce, Siemens and Airbus.

• Study with the experts: Our academic staff have direct research experience in the robotics industry and specialise in programming, intelligent systems and cybersecurity.

• Learn to use industry-standard tech: Thanks to our industry-standard facilities including 3D CAD tools, 3D printers and advanced manufacturing technologies.

• Get noticed by future employers: Study modules designed with our industry partners – spanning topics such as robotics and artificial intelligence, industrial control and advanced manufacturing.