Robotics, Autonomous and Interactive Systems Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Course Overview - Robotics, Autonomous and Interactive Systems Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Robotic and autonomous systems used in space and subsea exploration, are now used in areas such as autonomous vehicle guidance, health care, remote surgery, industrial manufacturing, and domestic assistance. This is a multi-disciplinary programme in electronics, computer software, and mechanics with the opportunity to build integrated systems. Students can continue a broad based curriculum throughout the degree, or specialise in particular aspects of contemporary robotics in the latter years.
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Robotic and autonomous systems used in space and subsea exploration, are now used in areas such as autonomous vehicle guidance, health care, remote surgery, industrial manufacturing, and domestic assistance. This is a multi-disciplinary programme in electronics, computer software, and mechanics with the opportunity to build integrated systems. Students can continue a broad based curriculum throughout the degree, or specialise in particular aspects of contemporary robotics in the latter years.
Please visit our website for further information on our 3 year honours degrees’
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-13
Campus
Edinburgh Campus
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A06-A83
Institution Code
H24
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
A level
B,B,C
including Maths and Physics/Electronics at BB for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: BBB including Maths and Physics.
T Level
We will consider T Levels as suitable for entry to our degree programmes, however, certain subject requirements may be required for entry to specific programmes. Where this is not evident as part of the T Level studies, we may ask for additional qualifications.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish HNC
Pass
HNC in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics & Physics) with A in graded unit including SQA Engineering Maths 1 and one of Engineering Maths 2 or 3, for entry to Year 1.
Scottish HND
Pass
HND in relevant subject (including sufficient Maths and Physics) with BB in graded units including SQA Engineering Maths 1 and one of Engineering Maths 2 or 3
Scottish Higher
A,A,B,B
to include Mathematics plus Physics, Technological Studies or Engineering Science, with one at A.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
It is also a requirement of every applicant to have English and Mathematics at a minimum of National 5 Grade C or GCSE Grade C or 4 (or equivalent)
Not accepted
Scottish Advanced Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
29.0
with Mathematics and Physics at Higher Level 5 for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: 34 points with with Mathematics and Physics at Higher Level 6.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics and Physics) for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: DDD in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics and Physics).
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
P
We accept Foundation Apprenticeships in combination with other qualifications such as SQA Highers and Advanced Highers.
A level
B,B,C
Standard Entry Requirements: including Maths and Physics/Electronics at BB Minimum entry requirements: including Maths and Physics, with one at B
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Scottish Higher
A,A,B,B
Standard Entry Requirements: to include Mathematics plus Physics, Technological Studies or Engineering Science, with one at A. Minimum entry requirements: must include B in Maths and B in one of Physics / Technological Studies / Engineering Science. Physics is preferred.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Scottish HNC
Pass
Standard Entry Requirements: HNC in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics & Physics) with A in graded unit including SQA Engineering Maths 1 and one of Engineering Maths 2 or 3 Minimum entry requirements: HNC in relevant subject with B in the graded unit for entry to Year 1 (Engineering Maths 1&2 required).
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics and Physics).
Scottish Advanced Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Scottish HND
Pass
HND in a relevant subject (including sufficient Maths and Physics) with AA in graded units.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £26,840 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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