BEng (Hons) Robotics & Autonomous Systems Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Course Overview - BEng (Hons) Robotics & Autonomous Systems Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Shape the future of defence and security. You'll develop skills in computing, AI, and perception systems, gaining the expertise that powers autonomous platforms and uncrewed technologies.
Why Study BEng (Hons) Robotics & Autonomous Systems at BU?
* This course, selected and funded by the Office for Students (OfS), will put you at the heart of the UK's growing expertise in autonomous systems and uncrewed technologies
* Here you'll go further than traditional mechanical engineering, focusing on the 'brains' of modern machines: algorithm desi...
Shape the future of defence and security. You'll develop skills in computing, AI, and perception systems, gaining the expertise that powers autonomous platforms and uncrewed technologies.
Why Study BEng (Hons) Robotics & Autonomous Systems at BU?
* This course, selected and funded by the Office for Students (OfS), will put you at the heart of the UK's growing expertise in autonomous systems and uncrewed technologies
* Here you'll go further than traditional mechanical engineering, focusing on the 'brains' of modern machines: algorithm design, AI systems, and computer design
* Our Autonomous Discovery Hub, developed with government and industry support, gives you the space to work with simulation tools, sensors, and autonomous hardware used in real engineering systems
* An optional placement year will open doors to leading defence contractors, robotics companies, and aerospace organisations
* You'll graduate ready for roles in advanced engineering, whether that's defence, autonomous systems, smart-manufacturing or innovative research.
Course Information
2 option s available
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-01
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B70-C29
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Unknown
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
112.0
128.0
112–128 UCAS tariff points (grades BBC–ABB) from a minimum of 2 A-levels.
A level
112–128 UCAS tariff points (grades BBC–ABB) from a minimum of 2 A-levels.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points).
Scottish Higher
112–128 UCAS tariff points (grades AABC–AAAB).
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
28.0
31.0
28 to 31 points. If you don’t achieve the full International Baccalaureate Diploma and would like to be considered on your Higher and Standard Level Certificates, please contact us for more information.
Access to HE Diploma
102–118 UCAS tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
Extended Project
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.
Not accepted
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points).
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points).
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points).
Scottish Advanced Higher
112–128 UCAS tariff points (grades CCD–BCC).
T Level
Merit (120 UCAS tariff points).
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, International, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, EU | £0 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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