Program Overview
Skip navigation You are viewing our beta course page. Course summary Modules How to apply Entry requirements Fees and funding Contact information Course summary Mechatronics unites the principles of mechanics, electronics, and computing to develop simpler, more economical and reliable systems. This MEng Hons course has been designed with employers to prepare students for a wide range of industrial electronic and mechanical roles. Expanding upon the knowledge gained in the first four years (3 in study, 1 in industry), this course will allow you to choose specialist subjects in the fifth year. This will allow you to extend your knowledge in an area of interest to you, or an area which will provide further career opportunities.
Key Program Features
- Immersive On-Campus Experience: In-person seminars, laboratory sessions, and professional networking at Ulster University.
- Expert Faculty: Taught by research-active academics and practitioners with deep expertise in Engineering.
- Diverse International Cohort: Study alongside students from around the world, broadening your global professional network.
- Research-Informed Curriculum: Content grounded in the latest academic research and real-world industry practice.
- Dissertation / Capstone Project: Culminating independent project applying your expertise to an original research question or industry challenge.
- Dedicated Career Support: Access to career coaching, employer networking events, and job placement assistance.
- 60 months Duration: Part-time and accelerated options may be available — enquire with the admissions office.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Mechatronics Engineering programme at Ulster University develop the advanced knowledge, analytical skills, and professional networks that leading employers in engineering value. Common career destinations include:
- Project Engineer: Manage technical projects from conception to delivery.
- Design Engineer: Develop and prototype innovative engineering solutions.
- R&D Engineer: Conduct applied research to advance engineering technology.
- Process Engineer: Optimise manufacturing and production processes.
- Consultant Engineer: Provide specialist engineering advice to industry clients.
Graduates have secured roles at multinational corporations, government agencies, research institutions, NGOs, and high-growth startups. Many also progress to doctoral (PhD) programmes.
Program Curriculum
Modules
This course has been designed with the aid of industrialists to address the needs of industry and research. The course provides a broadly based qualification in mechatronics engineering, integrating the principal aspects of electronic, mechanical and computing. Modern technology involves an increasingly complex and challenging range of research, development and design skills applied in a variety of industries as diverse as automotive, aerospace automation, medical instrumentation, domestic and leisure products. Graduates aspiring to a professional career in such industries find it more useful to have a multi-disciplinary knowledge base, rather than the traditional single discipline one. This MEng course is designed for those wanting to become chartered engineers.
Admission Requirements
How to apply
Apply by 14 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes Course code: H733 Institution code: U20 Campus name: Belfast Campus Code: B Points of entry The following entry points are available for this course: Year 1
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 13,240/year (international)
Fees and funding
Tuition fees Location Fee Year EU £17490 Year 1 International £17490 Year 1 Northern Ireland £4855* Year 1 Republic of Ireland £4855* Year 1 England £9535* Year 1 Scotland £9535* Year 1 Wales £9535* Year 1 Channel Islands £9535* Year 1 * This is a provisional fee and subject to change. Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information Please note that fees for Home and GB for 2026/27 have not yet been set by Department for the Employment in NI and will be subject to an inflationary increase from 2025/26.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Fees and funding
Tuition fees Location Fee Year EU £17490 Year 1 International £17490 Year 1 Northern Ireland £4855* Year 1 Republic of Ireland £4855* Year 1 England £9535* Year 1 Scotland £9535* Year 1 Wales £9535* Year 1 Channel Islands £9535* Year 1 * This is a provisional fee and subject to change. Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information Please note that fees for Home and GB for 2026/27 have not yet been set by Department for the Employment in NI and will be subject to an inflationary increase from 2025/26.
About Ulster University
Ulster University
Botswana, Botswana
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-01-15
- Start Date 2018-09-10
- Language English
- Duration 60 months
- Credits 60–120 ECTS (confirm with the university)