Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering with Integrated Foundation Year BEng

<strong>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.</strong> <br/><br/>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. <br/><br/>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. <br/><br/>Brighton graduates go on to work with organisations such as Rolls-Royce, Network Rail and Eurotherm. <br/><br/><strong>Top reasons to choose this course</strong> <br/>• Foundation year that opens up opportunities in engineering if you don’t have the required qualifications, are changing career or returning to study. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Our electrical and electronic engineering courses are joint 1st in the UK for graduate prospects – Complete University Guide 2026 <br/><br/><br/><br/>• 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. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Make a difference and solve energy challenges in our student-led Sustainable Technology and Engineering Projects (STEP) lab. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• 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. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Boost your CV with an optional paid placement year after year two or paid internship opportunities. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Engage with research-led teaching and an industry-informed curriculum shaped by the university’s research and strong employer links. <br/><br/><br/><br/>- 100% of our engineering research impact is rated as ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’ for reach and significance – Research Excellence Framework 2021. <br/><br/><br/><strong>Why Brighton is a great place to study robotics and mechatronics</strong> <br/>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. <br/><br/>Named one of the best cities on the planet by Time Out, Brighton is a creative, welcoming place to live and study.