BEng (Hons) Robotics and Automation Engineering

PLYMOUTH UNIVERSITY - UNITED KINGDOM

Duration - 3 Years + 6 Months Internship

The BEng (Hons) Robotics and Automation Engineering degree programme pioneers the future of technology and explores cutting-edge concepts in robotics, artificial intelligence, and automation, guided by expert faculty. The programme guides the development of hands-on skills through practical projects and industry engagement, preparing for a dynamic career that shapes industries worldwide. This programme will unlock diverse career opportunities, from robotics design to industrial automation and beyond.

KEY FEATURES

Immerse yourself in a dynamic curriculum designed to explore the latest robotics and automation technology advancements.
Engage in practical, hands-on projects within state-of-the-art labs, applying theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios.
Benefit from strong industry partnerships, gaining insights into current trends and networking with potential employers.
Develop a comprehensive skillset in robotics, automation, AI, and mechatronics, preparing you for high-demand roles.
Opportunity to undertake a six-month industrial placement
Contribute to cutting-edge research in robotics, automation, and AI, driving innovation and technological breakthroughs.

AIMS OF THE PROGRAMME

Be inspirational and support the students to unlock their potential with an innovative, experience-based, and self-motivated approach to robotics and to support their personal and professional development for a fulfilling post-graduate career in engineering;
Provide a sustained programme of study at honours level that satisfies the requirements of accreditation by the Institution of Engineering and Technology and enables employment as a professional engineer;
Be highly informative and capable of stretching the intellectual skills of students to form an exceptional knowledge base suitable for a future career in Engineering based industry and research;
Encourage and support students during their professional development in applying technical and generic skills and foster flexible and creative intellectual skills that will facilitate life-long learning and continuing professional development;
Establish an extensive and in-depth foundation knowledge on which to develop further skills as technology advances and to enable students to apply engineering principles, mathematical modelling and advanced design methods to robotics and electronics problems;
Provide the opportunity to ‘learn through design’ via practical and project based work, particularly within the context of circuits and robot systems design.

PROGRAMME CONTENTS

Year 1

Basic Mathematics
Basic Science
Embedded System Design and Build 
Electrical Principles & Machines
Engineering Mathematics
Digital Electronics
Analogue Electronics

Year 2

Engineering Mathematics and Statistics
Real Time Systems Project
Sensors and Actuators for Robotic Systems
Introduction to Robotics
Control Engineering

Year 3

Advanced Embedded Programming
Machine Learning for Robotics
High Speed Communication
Machine vision and Behavioural Computing
Individual Project

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

Three Passes in Physical Science, Biological Science or Technology streams in a single sitting, at one of the following examinations or equivalent foreign qualifications is the minimum entry requirement.

G.C.E. Advanced Level examination conducted by the Department of Examinations, Sri Lanka.
G.C.E Advanced Level examination conducted by Pearson Edexcel, UK (London A/L).
International Advanced Level examination conducted by Pearson Edexcel, UK.
G.S.E Advanced Level examination conducted by Cambridge International Examination, UK