Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering MSc(Eng)

Course overview

Build the technical skills and creative confidence to engineer the next innovations in robotics and intelligent systems at one of the UK’s leading universities in this field.

Why study at Leeds

• Build invaluable industry experience: Team and individual projects focus on real-world topics of your choice, giving you the chance to solve an industrially relevant design problem and develop professional skills in research and critical thinking.
• Two Schools means more facilities for you: Access specialist facilities from both Schools, including industry-standard software like RobotStudio and SolidWorks3D design in the CAD suite, alongside fully equipped labs like our Robotics Laboratory with a drone flying zone.
• Learn from the experts innovating the field: You’ll be taught by researchers and academics who are active members of Robotics at Leeds, an interdisciplinary network that drives innovation in robotics science and research.
• Your course, your choice: Optional modules give you the chance to really hone your skill set to suit your career goals. These include bio-inspired computing, power electronics, aerial robotics, biomechatronics and medical robots – plus many more.
• Bring your skills to life outside the classroom: ShockSoc is your chance to attend high-quality technical visits, get involved in social events and even build your own robot in our Robot Fighting League (RFL). Watch our RFL video to see what our students get up to.

Guaranteed Work Experience

While studying at Leeds, you’ll have the opportunity to complete an eight-week virtual work experience programme, working on a project aligned with your academic discipline and partnered with a relevant company.

This practical experience is highly valued by employers and helps you develop the skills needed to be career ready. What sets us apart is that your work experience is formally integrated into your degree – enabling you to graduate with an MSc with Work Experience and stand out in today’s competitive job market.

Accreditation

Accreditation is the assurance that a university course meets the quality standards established by the profession for which it prepares its students.

Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology and Institution of Mechanical Engineers on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer.

Candidates must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree to comply with full CEng registration requirements.

The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)

Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)

Course details and modules

In the first half of the year, you'll cover a core range of modules that will provide you with a thorough foundation in the many applications of mechatronics and robotics engineering and develop your understanding of the wide range of industry sectors that use robotics and mechatronic systems.

You can then select from a range of optional modules that will allow you to focus on specialist topics that suit your personal interests or career plans. These modules cover the electronic engineering, mechanical engineering and computing aspects of Mechatronics and Robotics.

For more information and a full list of typical modules available on this course, please read Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering MSc(Eng) in the course catalogue

Course structure

The list shown below represents typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our terms and conditions.

Compulsory modules

Modern Industry Practice – 15 credits

This module will engage you in developing a detailed understanding of the global engineering industry and support you with your career plans

Aerial Robotics – 15 credits

This module will introduce the topic of aerial robotics and provide the foundations to be skilled in the design, control, and operation, ethical and legal aspects.

Biomechatronics and Medical Robotics – 15 credits

Biomechatronics is the application of mechatronic engineering to human biology. The aim of this module is to provide you with an understanding of biomechatronic and Medical Robotic engineering systems challenges, solutions and analysis.

Programming – 15 credits

You will develop a competence in computer programming, using both Matlab and the C programming language.

Control Systems Design – 15 credits

Gain the knowledge and understanding of linear systems are developed to enable them to analytically investigate control systems and simulate them using computer tools. You will have the opportunity to design and evaluate PID and compensator-based controllers using several analytical techniques.

Team Design Project – 15 credits

Alongside your professional project, you’ll also participate in a group activity. You'll take a multidisciplinary approach to achieve a solution to a programme-specific, industrially-relevant design problem.

Professional Project – 60 credits

The focal point of the degree course is your individual project. Your supervisor will help you to select a project that is right for you, in an area that interests and motivates you.

This may give you the chance to work on a project allied to one of our research groups, spanning an exceptionally wide range of areas ranging from computer vision and artificial intelligence through robotic communications, sensing and embedded systems to mechanical design, industrial inspection, biomedical engineering and medical robotics. The project will equip you with the independent research and critical thinking skills that you'll draw on throughout your future career.

Recent projects have included:

• ABB robot arm with Kinect control
• Swarm robotics for mapping and inspection
• Smart bioleg
• Design and characterisation of vehicular ad-hoc networks in a motorway scenario
• Robot Jungle
• Modelling and control of a DC motor simulating a wind turbine

Optional modules

Please note: The modules listed below are indicative of typical options.

FPGA Design for System-on-chip – 15 credits

This module will provide you with an understanding of the design principles of modern FPGA systems using Hardware Description Languages and contemporary, industry-standard design tools.

Embedded Microprocessor System Design – 15 credits

Explore the options for advanced embedded system implementation and study the operation of System-on-Chip development systems. The module provides you with an opportunity to develop skills in the use of contemporary design tools which support the optimization of embedded processor architectures.

Medical Electronics and E-Health – 15 credits

In this module, you will gain a knowledge and understanding of how electronics technology is used in medical applications and healthcare, and to consider a range of possible future developments in this field.

Enhance Your Academic and Subject-Specific Language

As part of your course, you will have access to the Professional and Academic Communication module that provides valuable insights into studying a postgraduate degree in the UK while helping you develop your academic and subject-specific vocabulary.

Through a combination of in-person workshops and independent online study, you will explore the use of technology—such as translation tools and generative AI—to support effective communication. You will also build the language and literacy skills necessary to become a more confident and capable communicator throughout your studies.

Learning and teaching

Our groundbreaking research feeds directly into teaching, and you’ll have regular contact with staff who are at the forefront of their disciplines, through lectures, laboratory sessions, seminars, examples classes, tutorials and project meetings.

Independent study is also important to the programme. You'll develop your problem-solving and research skills as well as your subject knowledge while studying the modules taught modules and undertaking your project work.

Specialist facilities

Our Schools are an exciting and stimulating environment where you'll learn from leading researchers in specialist facilities. You'll have the chance to gain experience of a wide range of industry-standard software and hardware, including RobotStudio, LabVIEW in the National Instruments Academy, SolidWorks3D design in the CAD suite, and electronic design and testing in the Keysight Technologies Electronics Laboratory, the Arm Embedded Systems Laboratory and our Robotics Laboratory with a Drone flying zone and ABB industrial robot arms.

For your professional project, you could also have access to research facilities such as the EPSRC National Facility for Innovative Robotic Systems, a national resource for the fabrication of complex systems. The facility specialises in assistive robotics, surgical technologies, exploration robotics and smart cities.

Programme team

Many of the team are part of the Assistive and Rehabilitation research group, and the Surgical Robotics and Technologies research group. The team are also active members of Robotics at Leeds, which hosts the £5.5 million EPSRC national facility for innovative robotic systems.

On this course, you’ll be taught by our expert academics, from lecturers through to professors. You may also be taught by industry professionals with years of experience, as well as trained postgraduate researchers, connecting you to some of the brightest minds on campus.

Assessment

You'll be assessed using a range of techniques including examinations, mini-projects, case studies, technical reports, presentations, in-class tests and coursework assignments. 

Applying

Entry requirements

A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) in engineering, science or technology covering one of:

• Electronic and/or electrical
• Automation
• Control
• Communication
• Robotics
• Artificial intelligence, information
• Computing, computer science
• Mechanical
• Mechanics, mechatronics.

Alternative subjects may be considered. Successful applicants will have strong marks across a breadth of relevant modules, including mechatronics, robotics, automation, and control systems.

Applicants with any of the following will be considered on a case-by-case basis:

• A bachelor degree with a 2:2 (hons) in a listed subject, with at least three years of relevant experience.
• Relevant professional qualifications and experience.

International

We accept a range of international equivalent qualifications. For more information, please contact the Admissions Team.

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component. For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications.

Improve your English

International students who do not meet the English language requirements for this programme may be able to study our postgraduate pre-sessional English course, to help improve your English language level.

This pre-sessional course is designed with a progression route to your degree programme and you’ll learn academic English in the context of your subject area. To find out more, read Language for Engineering (6 weeks) and Language for Science: Engineering (10 weeks). 

We also offer online pre-sessionals alongside our on-campus pre-sessionals. Find out more about our six week online pre-sessional and our 10 week online pre-sessional. 

You can also study pre-sessionals for longer periods – read about our postgraduate pre-sessional English courses.

How to apply

Application deadlines

Please read our How to Apply page for full details, including application deadlines and what to include with your application.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

31 July 2026 – International applicants

11 September 2026 – UK applicants

Click below to access the University’s online application system and find out more about the application process.

If you're still unsure about the application process, contact the admissions team for help.

Read about visas, immigration and other information in International students. We recommend that international students apply as early as possible to ensure that they have time to apply for their visa.

Admissions policy

University of Leeds Admissions Policy 2026

This course is taught by

School of Mechanical Engineering

Contact us

Postgraduate Admissions Team

Email: pgtelec@leeds.ac.uk

Fees

UK: £14,250 (Total)

International: £33,500 (Total)

Read more about paying fees and charges.

For fees information for international taught postgraduate students, read Masters fees.

Additional cost information

There may be additional costs related to your course or programme of study, or related to being a student at the University of Leeds. Read more on our living costs and budgeting page.

Scholarships and financial support

If you have the talent and drive, we want you to be able to study with us, whatever your financial circumstances. There may be help for students in the form of loans and non-repayable grants from the University and from the government.  Find out more at Masters funding overview.

Scholarships are also available to help fund your Masters. Find out more and check your eligibility below: 

• Scholarships for International students 
• Scholarships and funding for UK students
• Your subject area may also offer scholarships

Career opportunities

Mechatronics and robotics engineering is a multidisciplinary field with a strong future, exciting career opportunities and a huge range of applications in robotics, manufacturing, automation, automotive engineering, aerospace, healthcare and medicine, leisure and entertainment, and many more.

After graduating from this Masters degree course, you'll be in a good position to seek employment as a development, project or graduate engineer with leading organisations.

Careers support

At Leeds, we help you to prepare for your future from day one.

Our Careers Service has the global expertise and sector-spanning industry partnerships that, combined, go way beyond simply helping you get a job. They provide you with the resources you need to upskill and achieve the future you aspire towards – even in the face of lightning-paced change.

• Dedicated Employability Team – meet with our qualified careers consultants and specialist employability and placements officers, on hand to help you choose the right path and develop the skills to get there. They can support with CV and cover letter writing, LinkedIn profile building, mock interviews and navigating AI: get confident with tailored advice and techniques.
• Employability and networking events – get involved in a full range of events, including careers fairs and specialist industry talks with employers who are actively recruiting. You’ll also benefit from mentoring and a supportive careers community, helping you make connections, build your network, and shape your journey as a future professional.
• Skills training – we embed transferable skills training in all our programmes to support your transition to the workplace. Gain expertise employers value, such as communication, problem-solving and research and data analysis.
• MyCareer system —– access a dedicated portal where you can book careers appointments, view helpful resources and browse vacancies and events. Access digital tools, including LinkedIn support, video‑interview preparation, plus global job market and visa guidance. We also offer pre‑arrival support to help you prepare for career planning in the UK and make the most of your time with us.
• Exclusive opportunities – bring your enterprise to market with our award-winning business advice service, Spark. Apply for vacancies only available to our students. And hone your skills further with Leeds University Union, home to volunteering opportunities and over 300 clubs and societies.

Explore more about your employability opportunities at the University of Leeds.