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- Study mode:
- Full-time
- Qualification:
- Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
- Duration:
- 3 Years
- Start date:
- 15/09/2025
- Campus:
- ARU Peterborough
This course takes place at
ARU PeterboroughCourse summary
Build your knowledge and practical skills in mechatronics and become a hands-on engineer with strong career prospects, with our Mechatronics degree in Peterborough.
On our BEng (Hons) Mechatronics course, you’ll learn how mechatronics systems work from design to build. You’ll hone your skills in systems design, development, and optimisation by working on a variety of projects and be given the tools to build something on your own from start to finish.
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to design and manufacture products efficiently. You’ll also acquire project management and commercial skills that will make you a well-rounded, engineer career-ready for the engineering industry and beyond.
Our mechatronics degree is designed to make you relevant in today’s fast-paced engineering and industrial world.
As a student at ARU Peterborough, you’ll gain the practical skills and ability to design and build mechatronics systems on your own as well as collaboratively.
The course is project-based and focuses on the use of engineering tool kits and product development from start to finish. You will analyse, develop, and optimise mechatronics systems and build multidisciplinary skills in electronics and mechanical engineering that, ultimately, will prepare you to work in a broad range of sectors.
This is a great opportunity to get hands-on and develop proficiency in design and manufacture, as well as valuable transferable skills that will distinguish you in the workplace.
Modules
Year 1: Introduction to Mechatronics. Engineering Skills. Design and Manufacture Project. Materials Composites and Mechanical Structures.
Year 2: Advanced Engineering Skills. Ruskin Module. Product Development and Quality Project. Electrical Circuits. Mechatronics System Design.
Year 3: Vibration and Control Systems. Major Project for Engineers. Engineering Simulation and Optimisation Project. Robotics
Assessment method
Assessment is conducted on an ongoing basis and includes a combination of coursework, presentations, reports and some exams or in-class tests. You will receive structured, insightful feedback throughout your degree course.
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- H730
- Institution code:
- A60
- Campus name:
- ARU Peterborough
- Campus Code:
- P
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Anglia Ruskin University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- H730
- Institution code:
- A60
- Campus name:
- ARU Peterborough
- Campus Code:
- P
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 points
from a minimum of 2 A Levels (or equivalent).
GCSE/National 4/National 5
4 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including English and grade B/5 in maths.
2025 entry requirements have been published using the current cycle information however, due to a current review these are subject to change. Please check back here for updates.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades students were previously accepted with - learn more. It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
- Data from:
- This course and 16 other engineering courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- BBB
- Highest grades
- DEE
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
https://www.aru.ac.uk/student-life/preparing-for-university/help-with-finances
This course takes place at
ARU PeterboroughARU Peterborough
University House
Bishops Road
Peterborough
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Course contact details
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Email:answers@aru.ac.uk
Phone:01245 686868
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