Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering with Integrated Foundation Year

A Robotics and Mechatronics degree from Brighton prepares you for a career designing, building and integrating intelligent automated systems across industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, transport, energy and advanced engineering.

At Brighton you’ll be part of a supportive community that helps you grow, no matter your background. This course includes a year of foundation level study to give you the preparation and confidence you need to start your degree.

You’ll develop skills to design, develop and test intelligent machines and automated systems. This course is packed with opportunities to build real-world experience through hands-on team projects, professional standard facilities and labs and industry placements. Our inclusive learning environment ensures you can play to your strengths while developing practical, technical and professional skills.

Brighton graduates go on to work with organisations such as Rolls-Royce, Network Rail and Eurotherm.

Top reasons to choose this course
• Foundation year that opens up opportunities in engineering if you don’t have the required qualifications, are changing career or returning to study.



• Our electrical and electronic engineering courses are joint 1st in the UK for graduate prospects – Complete University Guide 2026



• Start hands-on learning from day one through design-build-test projects including fighting robots, water rockets and rocket cars, the Engineering Without Borders international design challenge, CAD modelling and laboratory work.



• Make a difference and solve energy challenges in our student-led Sustainable Technology and Engineering Projects (STEP) lab.



• Learn in industry-standard facilities including robotics and VR labs, flight and car simulators, wind tunnel, prototyping labs and workshops, CNC machines and CISCO-approved cybersecurity and communications lab.



• Boost your CV with an optional paid placement year after year two or paid internship opportunities.



• Engage with research-led teaching and an industry-informed curriculum shaped by the university’s research and strong employer links.



- 100% of our engineering research impact is rated as ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’ for reach and significance – Research Excellence Framework 2021.


Why Brighton is a great place to study robotics and mechatronics
Brighton & Hove is only an hour from London and is home to a dynamic tech and engineering scene, making it a hub for innovation – especially in green technology, smart systems and emerging industries. Studying here connects you directly to a community where industry, research and creativity meet.

Named one of the best cities on the planet by Time Out, Brighton is a creative, welcoming place to live and study.

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate with confidence to kick-start your career. Work experience is guaranteed through placements on every course, and other opportunities like study abroad and working on real-world projects will make your CV stand out. Almost 9 out of 10 of Brighton’s UK graduates are working or studying just 15 months after finishing their course (Graduate Outcomes, 2025). And you'll be supported throughout, with Brighton's lifelong career support.

Brighton is a place where everyone belongs, and has been rated one of the most inclusive cities in the world (TimeOut 2025). The music and arts scene is up-and-coming, and the city hosts a full schedule of entertainment and events year-round. In fact, it's the number one creative city in the UK, making it a great place to live and study.

The University of Brighton doesn't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you smoothly transition to university. You’ll be invited to Belong at Brighton events to ensure you have the best start to university. You might also be eligible for elements of their award-winning Brighton Boost support package, including up to £1,000 to help with the cost of halls, travel, equipment and more. In addition to this, five lucky students who enrol with Brighton in the autumn will be in with the chance to win £1,000 – head to their website to find out more.

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