Starting in September 2025, the Robotics with a Foundation Year BEng program at the University of Sheffield in the United Kingdom is accepting applicants. Students who complete this four-year program in robotic and mechatronic engineering will graduate with highly employable engineering skills.
Tution fees:
The 2025 entry’s tuition costs are still pending confirmation. Candidates can refer to the £29,110 annual charge for overseas (2024–25).
Eligibility criteria:
Indian Test Boards Requirements:
Standard XII results are percentage-based.
Must include Mathematics with a minimum of 70%.
Must include at least one of the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, or Biology.
GPA Requirement (for Indian CBSE board):
Minimum GPA of 7.0 on the 10-point scale.
Must include Mathematics and at least one of Physics, Chemistry, or Biology.
Scholarship:
75 International Undergraduate Taught Merit Scholarships are available from the University of Sheffield for applicants in 2025. The competitive scholarships are worth £10,000, which can be applied to the tuition for an undergraduate program beginning in the fall of 2025. This scholarship is awarded to students who achieved a minimum of 120 credits in the preceding academic year and scored 60% or above in each of the subsequent academic years. New international students who fulfil the requirements can apply for the scholarship.
Details about the program
This degree with a foundation year is for students who lack the scientific or mathematical background required for the engineering courses. They can move on to the first year of the three-year BEng Mechatronic and Robotic Engineering program after finishing their foundation year successfully.
First Year:
Focus on learning how to control robotic systems.
Introduction to foundational concepts in robotics.
Second Year:
Study topics such as intelligent systems, mechanical design, and programming (C++).
Gain in-depth technical knowledge in key areas of robotics.
Third Year and Beyond:
Apply knowledge through a real-world project.
Design and create systems using 3D CAD software.
Build robots in the university’s advanced iForge Makerspace or labs, gaining hands-on experience.
During their time at Sheffield, students will work with industry-standard tools and gain knowledge of practical applications in advanced manufacturing, robotics, and systems control.
During their last year, students will enrol in speciality courses covering topics such as machine learning and robotics. Through individual or group work, they can customise their degree with elective study areas and acquire expertise in the engineering project lifecycle.
