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Students
Tuition Fee
GBP 16,740
Per year
Start Date
2025-09-01
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
1 years
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Masters
Major
Electrical Engineering | Mechanical Engineering | Computer Engineering
Area of study
Engineering
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
GBP 16,740
Intakes
Program start dateApplication deadline
2025-09-01-
About Program

Program Overview


Mechatronics and Computer Systems Engineering MSc

Overview

This MSc programme combines principles from mechanics, electronics, control, computers, automation, and robotics to design, manufacture and test smart and cognitive systems and devices, that use a combination of these disciplines.


This will enable you to gain a depth of advanced knowledge and critical awareness of the most up-to-date practices and theories in mechatronics and computer systems engineering. The postgraduate programme will arm you with all you need to be able to create your own mechatronic systems that are smart and cognitive, developing them from imagination through to reality.


This course has many options for tailoring to a specialisation and bespoke experience; it is designed to be a broad yet challenging taught course, focusing on ensuring that you leave with a skill set that is required in the industry. If you are looking for a postgraduate qualification that will enhance your knowledge and employability, then apply today.


Course Options

  • MSc: Full-time, 1-2 years
  • MSc with Placement Year: Full-time, 1-2 years

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree BEng with minimum Second Class (2:2) or BSc with minimum Upper Second Class (2:1) in Engineering.
  • International Qualifications: We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications.

English Language Requirements

  • Overall IELTS 6.0 with minimum 6.0 in writing and speaking, and 5.5 in listening and reading (or recognised equivalent)

Mature Applicants and Those Without Formal Qualifications

  • As an inclusive university, we recognise those who have been out of education for some time may not have the formal qualifications usually required. We welcome applications from those who can demonstrate their enthusiasm and commitment to study and have the relevant life/work experience that equips them to succeed on the course.

Fees, Funding, and Additional Costs

Fees

  • Home Applicant: £11,340 per year (Year 2 Industrial Placement Fee - £3,500)
  • International Applicant: £16,740 per year (Year 2 Industrial Placement Fee - £3,500)

Funding

  • Postgraduate Loans Scheme: £10,280 to fund your Masters Programme under the Postgraduate Loans (PGL) scheme
  • Postgraduate Scholarship: Apply for a 50 per cent discount on your tuition fees
  • Alumni Discount: Up to 15% fee waiver (exclusions apply)
  • Early Payment Discount: 5% fee waiver
  • Asylum Seekers scholarship: 100% fee waiver
  • Civic Engagement: £1,000
  • Hardship Bursary: Up to £2,000
  • Sport Scholarships: Up to £6,000

Additional Costs

  • Textbooks
  • Computer equipment
  • Printing
  • Travel

Course Modules

  • Mental Wealth: Professional Life Core Module
  • AI and Machine Vision Core Module
  • Applied Research and Engineering Practice 1 Core Module
  • Smart Industries and Digital Manufacturing Core Module
  • Intelligent Transport Systems Optional Module
  • Wireless Signal Propagation Optional Module
  • Automation and Robotics Optional Module
  • Industrial Sandwich Placement Core Module

What We're Researching

At the University of East London, we are working on some of the big issues that will define our future; from sustainable architecture and ethical AI, to health inequality and breaking down barriers in the creative industries.


Your Future Career

There is an acknowledged shortage of skilled mechatronics engineers with the right qualifications and experience. We have designed this course to fill this skills gap and give you a competitive edge when it comes to your career.


  • Job Roles: Aerospace, automotive, railways, defence, manufacturing, and marine engineering
  • Industry Links: Our Docklands location means that we are uniquely placed for links to industry employers, and we have strong contacts with organisations in the local area, including Crossrail, Thames Water, and the London Borough of Newham.

How We Support Your Career Ambitions

We offer dedicated careers support, and further opportunities to thrive, such as volunteering and industry networking. Our courses are created in collaboration with employers and industry to ensure they accurately reflect the real-life practices of your future career and provide you with the essential skills needed.


  • Career Zone: Our dedicated and award-winning team provide you with careers and employability resources, including online jobs board, mentoring programmes, 1-2-1 career coaching services, careers workshops, and employer events.
  • Mental Wealth programme: Our Professional Fitness and Mental Wealth programme which issues you with a Careers Passport to track the skills you’ve mastered.

How You'll Learn

The programme will provide learners with a stimulating learning environment where they can learn all about mechatronics and computer systems engineering.


  • Coursework: All modules include coursework, for which you will have opportunities to apply your knowledge to engineering projects related to real-life situations.
  • Facilities: To support the hands-on nature of this course, we have an impressive range of facilities. You will have access to superb computer facilities and the very latest design software.
  • Feedback and Support: Expert feedback and support are always on offer from our dedicated team of academics, all of whom are experts in their particular fields.

How You'll Be Assessed

You'll be assessed through a written exam, laboratory-based coursework, and a dissertation or a major project. The written exam will be to test your theoretical knowledge and understanding.


Campus and Facilities

  • Docklands Campus, London, E16 2RD: Our waterfront campus in the historic Royal Docks provides a modern, well-equipped learning environment.
  • Facilities: Contemporary lecture theatres and seminar rooms, art studios and exhibition spaces, audio and visual labs, and a multimedia production centre.

Who Teaches This Course

This course is delivered by the School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering.


  • Course Leader: Dr Subramaniam Arunachalam
  • Course Leader: Paola Falugi
  • Course Leader: Jaswinder Lota

Related Courses

  • MSc Computing
  • Architecture, Computing and Engineering MPhil PhD
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