BEng (Hons) Robotics Engineering

at Cardiff Metropolitan University

• The BEng/MEng (Hons) Robotics Engineering programme at Cardiff Metropolitan University covers key topics for understanding robotics, including mechanics, electronics, and programming.
•  Students delve into subjects such as control systems, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to develop advanced skills in designing and operating robotic systems. 
• Practical modules provide hands-on experience in building and programming robots, while theoretical courses explore robotics's underlying principles and algorithms. 
• Students also engage in project work, applying their knowledge to solve real-world challenges and develop innovative robotic solutions. 
• Throughout the course, emphasis is placed on preparing graduates for careers in industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and automation.

Course Modules

• Architectures and Operating Systems
• Principles of Programming
• Analog and Digital Electronics 1
• Engineering Mathematics 1
• Introduction to Mechatronics

Important Dates

Cardiff Metropolitan University will begin accepting applications before the intake period. Prospective students must have all required documents prepared ahead of time. Monitoring the university's website regularly for updates on future application openings is advised. Moreover, students can utilise UniScholars to kickstart their application process.

• Students applying to Cardiff Metropolitan University must meet specific entry criteria. These include obtaining between 104 and 112 tariff points, which can be earned through various qualifications. 
• Additionally, applicants should have at least five GCSEs graded C/4 or higher, including English Language or Welsh First Language and Mathematics or Mathematics – Numeracy. Three subjects are necessary for A levels, with at least one achieving a grade B, though there are no particular subject requirements. 
• The Welsh Baccalaureate’s Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate can count as a third subject. Alternatively, applicants can fulfil the requirements through the Access to Higher Education Diploma, which requires specific credit but does not require particular subjects. 
• The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma requires a higher level grade of 6, with no subject specifications.
• In IELTS Academic, prospective students must aim for a 6.0 overall score, ensuring all of their sections stay below 5.5. For more advanced courses, the expectation rises to a 6.5 overall score, with at least 6.5 in reading and writing and a minimum of 6.0 in other areas.
• PTE Academic requires candidates to achieve a minimum overall score of 59, with no subsection scoring lower. Advanced programmes demand a higher score of 62 overall, with at least 62 in reading and writing and a minimum of 59 in speaking and listening.
• TOEFL IBT scores 72 overall, with specific minimums in each skill: Reading 18, Listening 17, Writing 17, and Speaking 20. Advanced courses require a score of at least 83 overall, with minimums in each skill: Reading 19, Listening 20, Writing 24, and Speaking 20.

Cardiff Metropolitan University charges tuition fees between ​£16,000/Yr and £17,600/Yr for the BEng / MEng (Hons) Robotics Engineering programme. Students are encouraged to visit the university's website regularly to stay informed about any potential modifications or updates to the programme fees.

Cardiff Metropolitan University's BEng/MEng (Hons) Robotics Engineering programme graduates are well-positioned for diverse career opportunities in manufacturing, automation, healthcare, and defence industries. With expertise in designing, building, and programming robotic systems, graduates can pursue roles as robotics engineers, automation specialists, mechatronics engineers, research scientists, or project managers.